SUGGESTED READING

Foundations of Faith

• Mere Christianity – C. S. Lewis
  A classic exploration of the core beliefs of Christianity, Lewis presents a compelling, logical case for the faith that continues to resonate with seekers and believers alike.
• Called to be Holy: A Biblical Perspective – John Oswalt
  A powerful and accessible study of holiness in Scripture, showing that God’s call to holy living is central to the biblical story and essential for Christian life.
• The Apostles’ Creed: A Guide to the Ancient Catechism – Ben Myers
  This short, insightful book unpacks the theological richness of the Apostles’ Creed, grounding readers in the foundational truths of the Christian faith.

Spiritual Practices

• Celebration of Discipline – Richard Foster
  A modern spiritual classic that guides readers into twelve essential Christian disciplines—from prayer and fasting to service and worship–for deep, lasting transformation.
• The Spirit of the Disciplines – Dallas Willard
  Willard presents a compelling vision of how spiritual disciplines connect with daily life, showing that following Jesus means intentionally training to be like Him.

Discipleship & Evangelism

• The Master Plan of Evangelism – Robert Coleman
  A timeless guide to Jesus’ method of disciple-making, this book outlines a reproducible and relational model for evangelism that transforms lives.
• The Mission of God’s People: A Biblical Theology of the Church’s Mission — Christopher Wright
  A rich, Scripture-saturated exploration of how God’s mission shapes the identity and calling of His people. Wright shows that the whole Bible reveals not only a missionary God but also a people called to live on mission in every area of life.

Life in the Spirit

• The Holy Spirit: An Introduction – Matt Ayars
  A biblically grounded and accessible overview of who the Holy Spirit is, what He does, and how believers can live in step with His transforming power.
• Empowered: Experiencing the Holy Spirit – Jack Deere
  With personal stories and biblical teaching, this book invites readers into a vibrant, Spirit-filled life marked by intimacy with God, healing, and spiritual gifts.

Character Formation

• Renovation of the Heart – Dallas Willard
  A transformative guide to spiritual formation that examines how the heart, mind, body, and soul are shaped by Christ through intentional discipleship.
• Emotionally Healthy Spirituality – Pete Scazzero
  This widely used resource helps believers confront emotional wounds and immaturities that hinder spiritual growth, leading to deeper wholeness in Christ.

Biblical & Theological Literacy

• How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth — Gordon Fee & Douglas Stuart
  A practical handbook that equips readers to interpret Scripture faithfully by understanding genre, context, and literary form.
• The Mission of God — Christopher J. H. Wright
  An influential work that reorients biblical interpretation around the missional nature of God, showing that the whole Bible tells the story of God’s redeeming work in the world.
• The Story of Christian Theology — Roger OlsonOffers a sweeping, accessible narrative of how Christian doctrine developed from the early church to the modern era. With clarity and theological insight, Olson traces key debates, thinkers, and movements that have shaped the faith, making complex history engaging for students, pastors, and lay readers alike. 

Vocation and Calling

• The Call – Os Guinness
  A profound reflection on the meaning of calling, helping readers discern their unique purpose in life and live fully for the glory of God.
• Every Good Endeavor – Tim Keller
  A compelling theology of work that connects the gospel with daily labor, showing how vocation can serve God’s kingdom in every sphere of life.

Trusted Wesleyan Resources

• The Sermons of John Wesley: A Collection for the Christian Journey — Edited by Kenneth Collins and Jason E. Vickers
  • Recommended Sermons:
    • The Scripture Way of Salvation
    • Salvation by Faith
    • The New Birth
    • Justification by Faith
    • The Almost Christian
    • The image of God
    • Scriptural Christianity
• Perfect Love: Recovering Entire Sanctification:The Lost Power of the Methodist Movement — By Kevin WatsonA fresh and accessible exploration of the Wesleyan doctrine of entire sanctification. Drawing from Scripture, John Wesley’s writings, and contemporary application, Watson invites readers to rediscover the transforming power of God’s perfect love and its central place in the Christian life.
• Holiness: A Biblical, Historical, and Systematic Theology — By Matt Ayars, Chris Bounds, and Caleb Friedeman
  A theologically rich and practical exploration of the doctrine of holiness from a Wesleyan perspective. Grounded in Scripture and rooted in the life of the Church, this book calls believers to a life of entire sanctification empowered by the Holy Spirit.
• The Next Methodism: Theological, Social, and Missional Foundations for Global Methodism — Edited by Kenneth Collins and Ryan Danker

  gathers leading Wesleyan voices to articulate a bold vision for the future of Methodism. This volume offers theological clarity, social engagement, and missional focus rooted in the historic Christian faith and the Wesleyan tradition.

• The Theology of John Wesley: Holy Love and the Shape of Grace — By Kenneth J. Collins
  

  A comprehensive and insightful exploration of John Wesley’s theological vision. Delving into topics such as sanctification, prevenient grace, and the centrality of holy love, Collins illuminates Wesley’s enduring legacy and relevance for the modern church.

• The Scripture Way of Salvation: The Heart of John Wesley’s Theology — By Kenneth J. Collins
  

  Explores Wesley’s understanding of salvation through Scripture, gracia preveniente, justification, and sanctification. This richly insightful work reveals how Wesley’s biblical approach laid the foundation for transformational theology and practice in the Wesleyan tradition.

• Wesley and the People Called Methodist —By Richard Heitzenrater
  

  An insightful historical account of John Wesley’s life and the early Methodist movement. Rich with primary sources and narrative detail, this book brings to life the vibrant communities, theological convictions, and social impact that shaped—and continue to shape—Methodism today.

• Whatever Became of Holiness? — By Steve Deneff
  

  A compelling exploration of the place of holiness in today’s church. Drawing on Scripture, ecclesial history, and contemporary challenges, Deneff examines what holiness has meant through the ages and calls believers back to a robust life of spiritual integrity and transformation.