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CHRISTIAN EBOOKS

An introduction to Christian ebooks

Ebooks have become increasingly popular. According to PRWeb, ebook sales in 2020 rocketed 22% higher than the previous year, and now they continue to account for more than one out of every six books sold.

Christian ebooks have enjoyed the same spike in popularity, and readers can select from the same vast variety as with non-Christian digital books. You can find Christian fiction and nonfiction ranging from a fun weekend read to deep dives into topics that can transform your daily life and spiritual walk.

To learn more about Christian ebooks, feel free to skip around to the sections that interest you most, or read along from the top.

Why Choose Digital Books

Variety
24/7 Accessibility
Savings
Safety
Usability

Variety

You can find ebooks of every type, length, tone, and reading level . . . ebooks just released and beloved favorites . . . books by well-respected Christian authors, secular authors, and everyone in between. Your local library or bookstore may boast the beloved smell of printed books, but it can’t beat the variety ebooks offer.

24/7 Accessibility

You can buy a new ebook anytime, day or night, and start reading it instantly. Even if you only have a minute or two to read, you can pull out your phone, tablet, or laptop and dig in.

Savings

Digital books typically cost less than printed books, bringing you cost savings. And they bring space savings too. Since they don’t take up any room in your home, even minimalists can still savor an ever-growing library of 100s or 1,000s of ebooks.

Safety

Your ebooks are stored safe in the cloud, so even if a pipe bursts and floods your home or a tornado hurtles through, you don’t lose your library. (You don’t risk losing books you’ve lent out, either, or misplacing them during a move.)

Usability

It’s easier to get more out of your books. Since you can highlight in ebooks, take notes in ebooks, and take ebooks anywhere, the next time you need to look up that fantastic story or mind-blowing quotation, you don’t have to put it on your to-do list and wait until you get home.
A number of years ago I decided to go all-in with ebooks. . . . I sold some of my books, gave the rest away, and have pretty much stayed the course. Today I have perhaps 50 printed books and several thousand electronic.
—Christian author Tim Challies

Who Can Benefit from Christian Ebooks?

Those new to the faith
Everyday Christians
Small group leaders
Pastors
Parents

New Christians

Often new believers are excited to jump into their newfound faith with both feet, but they don’t know where to start. Christian ebooks can help answer some of the basic questions of the faith and help readers understand elements of spiritual growth and a thriving walk with God.

Everyday Christians

No matter how long someone has been a Christian—whether weeks or decades—no one has everything figured out or knows all there is to know about living for the Lord. Christian books help them learn from other Christians, grow in leadership, and more.

Small group leaders

Sometimes people are hesitant to lead a small group because they think they don’t know enough about the Bible to lead others. Christian ebooks can help undergird the leader or potential leader in Bible basics—and they can also help equip experienced leaders to lead even better.

Pastors

Pastors spend a lot of time in God’s Word preparing sermons, but that’s far from their only responsibility. Books can encourage them in their pastoral ministry, help equip them to lead their church well, and more. Plus, they can recommend Christian books to their members to help in their spiritual formation.

Parents

Parenting comes with a unique set of challenges, and it can feel lonely at times. With ebooks written by other Christians who’ve sought to raise their families for the Lord, parents can find refreshment in common experiences and help to face familiar challenges.

Where to Find the Best Christian Ebooks

10 Award-Winning Christian Books

Christ and Calamity: Grace & Gratitude in the Deepest Valley
Amid suffering and uncertainty, we’re all prone to think that God has forgotten us, doesn’t care, or is powerless to do anything. In Christ and Calamity, Harold L. Senkbeil speaks pastorally to suffering and uncertainty and shows God’s constant and faithful grace to us.
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Surprised by the Parables
In Surprised by the Parables, Michelle Lee-Barnewall explores the ancient context Jesus’ parables drew from. These stories of grace reveal many of the mysteries central to God’s character, and understanding the ancient world behind them will help us see the parables from a new perspective.
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Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?
Sam Allberry sets out God’s good design for the expression of human sexuality. Readers will see how God himself is love and how his blueprint for sex is designed to help us to flourish and live out our full humanity.
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A Boundless God: The Spirit According to the Old Testament
Readers will encounter in these pages the Old Testament expressions of the Spirit—passages that challenge the conventional, confront the commonplace, and transport to a world of wisdom, work, and wonder.
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The Bedrock of Christianity
In The Bedrock of Christianity, Justin Bass shows how—regardless of one’s feelings about Christianity—there lies a bedrock of truths about Jesus’ life and ministry that are held by virtually all scholars of ancient history, classics, and biblical studies.
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Demons: What the Bible Really Says about the Powers of Darkness
In Demons, Michael Heiser debunks popular presuppositions about the very real powers of darkness. Rather than traditions, stories, speculations, or myths, Demons is grounded in what ancient people of both the Old and New Testament eras believed about evil spiritual forces and in what the Bible actually says.
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God’s Liar: A Novel
When one of the worst plagues in history descends upon London, John Milton and his wife are forced to flee to the countryside. There Milton is befriended by the local curate, Rev. Theodore Wesson, who knows nothing about Milton's controversial past or the dangers of associating with him. Soon their fates become intertwined.
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The Way Up Is Down: Becoming Yourself by Forgetting Yourself
Marlena Graves describes the process of emptying herself that allows her to move upward toward God and become the true self that God calls her to. Drawing on the rich traditions of Eastern and Western Christian saints, she shares stories and insights that enlivened her transformation.
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Chasing Vines: Finding Your Way to an Immensely Fruitful Life
Looking through the lens of Christ’s transforming teaching in John 15, Beth Moore gives a panoramic view of biblical teachings on the vine, vineyards, vine-dressing, and fruitfulness. Along the way, readers discover why fruitfulness is so important to God.
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Laughing through the Ugly Cry: And Finding Unstoppable Joy
Dawn Barton throws an arm around readers as she brings them along on her journey through the loss of a child, divorce, cancer, rape, the death of her only sibling, her husband's substance abuse, and finding her way back to Jesus in the middle of it all.
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Strategies for Reading Your Digital Books

Make a list

This method is so simple it gets overlooked. Look through all the titles in your digital library. (You’ll probably find books you forgot about!) To keep your books from being “out of sight, out of mind,” make a list of the top 10 or 20 you’d like to read and keep it somewhere prominent, either as a note in your phone, a section on your to-do list, or a physical note you see often. With some ebook readers (like Faithlife Ebooks), you can add books to a “read later” list right inside the app.

Plan ahead

Reading more is something many adults would love to accomplish, yet reading loses place to everything else beckoning to be done. For help with following through, make a simple plan. For example, determine to read just one page a day. Or decide to read for 10 minutes every day after you brush your teeth at night. Whatever you decide, don’t bite off too large of a time commitment, and make sure it’s easy to remember.

Map it out

Once you’ve decided which books you want to read, map out when you want to read them and add the books to your calendar. You can make this generic, with just the book name and the dates you’ll devote to finishing it. Or you can get specific by figuring out how many chapters or pages you need to read per day and marking that down. Alternatively, see if your reading app has the capability to automatically create a reading plan for you. (Faithlife Ebooks and Logos Bible Software do.)

Invite a friend

Invite a friend to read along with you. Accountability is helpful, and it’s fun to talk about what you’re reading. If your reading app allows you to create a reading plan, see if it will allow you to share it with someone else so you can stay on the same page. Also check to see if your app will allow you to share your notes and highlights—that way, you can show what stood out to you in real time as you read along. (With Faithlife Ebooks and Logos Bible Software, you can do all of the above.)

3 Free Christian Ebooks Right Now

Connect the Testaments: A 365-Day Devotional with Bible Reading Plan
Read from the Old Testament, the New Testament, and poetic literature each day. Then dig in with devotionals that offer insight into the text and explain difficult passages, revealing how the Scriptures are connected—as well as what those connections teach us about living for Jesus.
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Mom Enough: The Fearless Mother’s Heart and Hope
This short book by eight women explores the daily trials and worries of motherhood. In the trenches, they have learned (and continue to learn) how to treasure God and depend on his all-sufficient grace.
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The Joy Project: A True Story of Inescapable Happiness
By nature we are pleasure-seekers, and we are also chronically unsuccessful at finding the type of joy that will endure for more than a passing moment. But what if long-lasting joy isn't found at all? What if the deepest and most durable happiness breaks into our lives, overcomes our boredom, and ultimately finds us?
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7 Popular Devotional Books

Wondrous Pursuit: Daily Encounters with an Almighty God
Whether you’re a new Christian looking for direction in your spiritual walk or a longtime Christian in need of a fresh perspective on how to follow Jesus, Wondrous Pursuit is for you. Jarrid Wilson walks with readers through 30 days of intentionally chasing after God, helping them discover renewed strength in moments of fast growth and careful waiting alike.
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Jesus in the Present Tense: The I AM Statements of Christ
In Jesus in the Present Tense, Dr. Warren W. Wiersbe explores the “I AM” statements of God—from his burning bush conversation with Moses to his powerful reassurances to the Israelites to Jesus’ startling claim to be the Light of the World. The more readers understand and apply God’s I AM statements, the more they will realize God’s peace and joy.
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30 Words: A Devotional for the Rest of Us
If we look carefully at Scripture, we see God has called us to live intentionally—relationally—with him. In 30 Words, you'll find encouragement to open your heart, mind, and soul to God. Each day you'll focus on a single word about God and your relationship with him and cultivate a habit of spiritual development.
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52 Weeks with Jesus: Fall in Love with the One Who Changed Everything
In 52 Weeks with Jesus, pastor James Merritt leads readers on a transformational journey as he shares what he’s learned over a lifetime of studying Jesus’ life and ministry. Come to know Jesus in new and surprising ways and be inspired anew to embrace his invitation, “Come, follow Me.”
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52 Weeks through the Bible: Fall in Love with the Book That Changed Everything
As you explore the lives of Israel's wisest kings, God's powerful prophets, and your amazing Savior, you'll see how every subject and story in Scripture paints a picture of God's plan for humanity—including the story God wants to write with you.
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Knowing Jesus: 52 Devotions to Grow your Family’s Faith
These devotions feature simplified doctrine with easy-to-understand language so children will be engaged and able to follow along. The theological depth of these devotions will strengthen parents’ faith, too, providing a growing experience for children and parents together.
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Finding Soul Rest: 40 Days of Connecting with Christ
In Finding Soul Rest, Curtis Zackery provides a practical guide to finding the deep soul rest that Jesus promises, centered on renewing and restoring our relationship with Christ. This thoughtful devotional calls us to the intentional work of self-examination, helping us move toward a purposeful and sustainable life with Jesus.
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Faith That Matters: 365 Devotions from Classic Christian Leaders
Faith That Matters is a beautifully designed devotional that reminds us of the timeless truths of Scripture. Each reading offers powerful stories and inspiring insights from trusted Christian communicators such as Frederick Buechner, Brennan Manning, Henri Nouwen, and Eugene Peterson.
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7 Popular Christian Marriage & Parenting Books

The Mingling of Souls: God’s Design for Marriage, Sex, and Redemption
We are inundated with songs, movies, and advice that contradicts God's design for love and intimacy. Here Matt Chandler helps navigate these issues with strikingly candid—and timeless—insights on romance, dating, marriage, and sex from The Song of Solomon.
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The Language of Love & Respect: Cracking the Communication Code with Your Mate
Dr. Emerson Eggerich presents a practical, step-by-step approach for how husbands and wives can learn to speak each other’s distinctly different language—respect for him, love for her. The result is mutual understanding and a successful, happy marriage.
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Kingdom Marriage: Connecting God’s Purpose with Your Pleasure
Kingdom Marriage helps couples grow together to fulfill God’s design and purpose for their marriage. Through practical insights and powerful stories, Dr. Tony Evans offers inspiration and instruction so that couples can discover the hope, challenge, and guidance God’s Word provides for their journey together.
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Brave Dad: Raising Your Kids to Love and Follow God
In Brave Dad, John MacArthur shares guidance on how to raise children who desire to follow God, traps to avoid in the course of parenting, the power of a dad's example to shape children for life, and more.
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Treasuring Christ When Your Hands Are Full: Gospel Meditations for Busy Moms
In this encouraging book for frazzled moms, pastor's wife and mother of four Gloria Furman encourages readers to refocus and reorient their vision of motherhood around what the Bible teaches.
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No More Perfect Moms: Learn to Love Your Real Life
With refreshing honesty, Jill Savage exposes some of her own parental shortcomings and helps mothers everywhere shelve their desires for perfection and embrace God’s beautiful grace.
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