Crossway Library Expansion Bundle 2 (101 vols.)

This collection will assist Christians to apply the gospel in the midst of normal circumstances in everyday life. Navigate through difficult issues like loneliness and trouble. Delve deep into the ultimate reasons for prayer and praying Scripture. Train your conscience and delight in God through earthly blessings. Leave behind behavior modification and meditate daily on the gospel. Grow in gospel vocabulary and incorporate gospel truths in regular conversations. Glean from gospel-centered authors such as Paul David Tripp, Phil Ryken, Jeff Vanderstelt, Don Whitney, Greg Gilbert and others.

Titles Included:

• Christ or Chaos by Dan DeWitt
• Conscience: What It Is, How to Train It, and Loving Those Who Differ by Andrew David Naselli and J.D. Crowley
• Feelings and Faith: Cultivating Godly Emotions in the Christian Life by Brian S. Borgman
• Finding God in My Loneliness by Lydia Brownback
• Glory Hunger: God, the Gospel, and Our Quest for Something More by JR Vassar
• Gospel Fluency: Speaking the Truths of Jesus into the Everyday Stuff of Life by Jeff Vanderstelt
• New Morning Mercies: A Daily Gospel Devotional by Paul David Tripp
• Praying the Bible by Donald S. Whitney
• Saturate: Being Disciples of Jesus in the Everyday Stuff of Life by Jeff Vanderstelt
• The Things of Earth: Treasuring God by Enjoying His Gifts by Joe Rigney
• Things Not Seen: A Fresh Look at Old Stories of Trusting God’s Promises by Jon Bloom
• When Trouble Comes by Philip Graham Ryken
• Why Trust the Bible? by Greg Gilbert
• Why We Pray by William Philip

Preaching, pastoring, evangelizing, counseling, and discipling. These tasks make up much of the ministry of the church. Add to this a Christian view of work, adoption, helping widows, and remaining faithful in sickness. To help pastors and lay leaders who wish to do these tasks better, this collection of helpful and practical books make Christian ministry accessible and understandable. Authors like John Piper, Jeremy Pierre, Mark Dever, and Russell D. Moore are leaders in their respective disciplines and areas of expertise. This collection allows readers to read their advice and counsel on how the Christian life can be lived out in impactful ways.

Titles Included:

• Adoption: What Joseph of Nazareth Can Teach Us about This Countercultural Choice by Russell D. Moore
• Bonhoeffer’s Seminary Vision: A Case for Costly Discipleship and Life Together by Paul R. House
• Caring for Widows: Ministering God’s Grace by Brian Croft and Austin Walker
• Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenges of Pastoral Ministry by Paul David Tripp
• Discipling: How to Help Others Follow Jesus by Mark Dever
• Expositional Preaching: How We Speak God’s Word Today by David R. Helm
• Expository Apologetics: Answering Objections with the Power of the Word by Voddie Baucham Jr.
• God’s Love Compels Us: Taking the Gospel to the World edited by D.A. Carson and Kathleen Nielson
• How to Be an Atheist: Why Many Skeptics Aren’t Skeptical Enough by Mitch Stokes
• Lessons from a Hospital Bed by John Piper
• Side by Side: Walking with Others in Wisdom and Love by Edward T. Welch
• The Pastor and Counseling: The Basics of Shepherding Members in Need by Jeremy Pierre and Deepak Reju
• The Pastor’s Book: A Comprehensive and Practical Guide to Pastoral Ministry by R. Kent Hughes
• Work and Our Labor in the Lord by James M. Hamilton Jr.

Theology is the study of God, his actions, and their implications for the created world. With insight and faithfulness, the authors of this collection lay out clear descriptions of the Bible’s inerrancy, the importance of the incarnation, how Evangelical theology shapes practice, and how the Reformation still impacts modern Christian faith and practice. Gain a clearer understanding of how God’s kingdom is related to covenant. Draw near to the Trinitarian, biblical God through a devotional book that leads the head and the heart to worship. With this collection, leaders with a deeper knowledge of God will find ways to express these truths widely and serve their flocks well.

Titles Included:

• Free Grace Theology: 5 Ways It Diminishes the Gospel by Wayne Grudem
• A Peculiar Glory: How the Christian Scriptures Reveal Their Complete Truthfulness by John Piper
• Building on the Foundations of Evangelical Theology: Essays in Honor of John S. Feinberg edited by Gregg R. Allison and Stephen J. Wellum
• Coming Home: Essays on the New Heaven and New Earth by D.A. Carson and Jeff Robinson Sr.
• God the Son Incarnate: The Doctrine of Christ by Stephen J. Wellum
• God's Kingdom through God's Covenants: A Concise Biblical Theology by Peter J. Gentry and Stephen J. Wellum
• One God in Three Persons: Unity of Essence, Distinction of Persons, Implications for Life by John Starke
• The Scripture Cannot Be Broken: Twentieth Century Writings on the Doctrine of Inerrancy edited by John MacArthur
• Heaven edited by Christopher W. Morgan and Robert A. Peterson
• Experiencing the Trinity: The Grace of God for the People of God by Joe Thorn
• His Love Endures Forever: Reflections on the Immeasurable Love of God by Garry J. Williams
• Reformation Anglicanism: A Vision for Today's Global Communion edited by Ashley Null and John W. Yates III
• The Love of God edited by Christopher W. Morgan
• Why the Reformation Still Matters by Michael Reeves and Tim Chester

Important aspects of Christianity are in danger of being muddied or lost as relativism takes root in our churches today. What was historically agreed upon is now readily questioned and the very essentials of the Christian faith are in jeopardy. It’s time to reclaim the core of our beliefs.

To that end, D.A. Carson and Tim Keller, together with a team of pastors and leaders, have created a set of booklets designed for defend core principles of the gospel and strengthen the church. The Gospel Coalition Booklet Collection will help you join in the movement—the movement dedicated to a Scripture-based reformation of ministry practices and the centrality of the gospel—and stand united under the conviction that what holds us together is worth fighting for.

Titles Included:

• Baptism and the Lord's Supper by Thabiti Anyabwile and J. Ligon Duncan III
• Can We Know the Truth? by Richard D. Phillips
• Christ's Redemption by Sanders L. Willson
• The Church: God's New People by Tim Savage
• Creation by Andrew David and Peter J. Akinola
• The Gospel and Scripture: How to Read the Bible by Mike Bullmore
• Gospel-Centered Ministry by D. A. Carson, Timothy J. Keller
• The Holy Spirit by Kevin DeYoung
• Justification by Philip Graham Ryken
• The Plan by Colin S. Smith
• The Restoration of All Things by Sam Storms
• Sin and the Fall by Reddit Andrews

This collection connects the biblical story to our immediate context from a variety of perspectives. The faithfulness of God in the life and ministry of Nehemiah is highlighted by essays from Tim Keller, John Piper, and D.A. Carson. Experience the impactful preaching of Martyn Lloyd-Jones on the epistles of John. Other titles highlight the enduring importance of maintaining biblical inerrancy and of understanding the overarching narrative of the scriptures. These resources will help teachers and pastors see new textual avenues for faithful gospel proclamation and discipleship. Interpreters of the Bible will gain a new appreciation for the presence of God in their studies.

Titles Included:

• Experiencing the New Birth: Studies in John 3 by Martyn Lloyd-Jones
• God’s Word, Our Story: Learning from the Book of Nehemiah edited by D.A. Carson and Kathleen Nielson
• His Mission: Jesus in the Gospel of Luke edited by D.A. Carson and Kathleen Nielson
• Literary Introductions to the Books of the Bible by Leland Ryken
• Reading the Word of God in the Presence of God: A Handbook for Biblical Interpretation by Vern S. Poythress
• The Inerrant Word: Biblical, Historical, Theological, and Pastoral Perspectives edited by John MacArthur
• The Whole Message of the Bible in 16 Words by Chris Bruno
• The Whole Story of the Bible in 16 Verses by Chris Bruno

Worshiping Christ is central to the Christian life. This collection of theological works and pastoral treatises highlight the work of Christ on the behalf of Christians. Better understand the response that Christians ought to have in light of their new standing before God as the redeemed. Authors examine the birth of Jesus, his incarnation, his miracles, and examine a proper response to his Lordship.

Titles Included:

• The First Days of Jesus: The Story of the Incarnation by Andreas J. Köstenberger and Alexander E. Stewart
• The Great Christ Comet: Revealing the True Star of Bethlehem by Colin R. Nicholl
• The Incarnation of God: The Mystery of the Gospel as the Foundation of Evangelical Theology by John C. Clark and Marcus Peter Johnson
• The Lordship of Christ: Serving Our Savior All of the Time, in All of Life, with All of Our Heart by Vern S. Poythress
• The Miracles of Jesus: How the Savior’s Mighty Acts Serve as Signs of Redemption by Vern S. Poythress
• The Son of God and the New Creation by Graeme Goldsworthy
• Unlimited Grace: The Heart Chemistry That Frees from Sin and Fuels the Christian Life by Bryan Chapell
• The Whole Christ: Legalism, Antinomianism, and Gospel Assurance-Why the Marrow Controversy Still Matters by Sinclair B. Ferguson

Viewing the world through a Christian worldview is essential to understand the purpose and meaning that God has placed within natural creation and human culture. These helpful guides give readers access to experts on the disciplines of mathematics, philosophy, the natural sciences, history and literature. Evidences for the Christian God’s existence and implications of His working are deftly discussed.

Titles Included:

• A Christian Guide to the Classics by Leland Ryken
• History: A Student’s Guide by Nathan A. Finn
• Psychology: A Student’s Guide by Stanton L. Jones
• Redeeming Mathematics: A God-Centered Approach by Vern S. Poythress
• Redeeming Philosophy: A God-Centered Approach to the Big Questions by Vern S. Poythress
• The Natural Sciences: A Student’s Guide by John A. Bloom

In the course of church history, God has used particular men and women to advance his Kingdom in specific ways. This collection highlights the faithfulness and insight of many familiar Christians from the last two millennia. From Augustine, to Martyn Lloyd-Jones and J.I. Packer, authors highlight the lives and work of these imitable believers. Gain an appreciation for the life of God lived out through these influential examples of the Christian faith.

Titles Included:

• A Camaraderie of Confidence: The Fruit of Unfailing Faith in the Lives of Charles Spurgeon, George Müller, and Hudson Taylor by John Piper
• Andrew Fuller: Holy Faith, Worthy Gospel, World Mission by John Piper
• Augustine's Confessions by Leland Ryken
• Essential Evangelicalism: The Enduring Influence of Carl F.H. Henry by Matthew J. Hall and Owen Strachen
• Martyn Lloyd-Jones: His Life and Relevance for the 21st Century by Christopher Catherwood
• J.I. Packer: An Evangelical Life by Leland Ryken

God has made men and women in his image. Children are a gift from the Lord. Living out our purpose as image bearers in the 21st century means that we sometimes collide with cultural expectations for the family and individual. When we experience tension between biblical ideals and cultural pressures, the Bible helps us to navigate our lives faithfully. Celebrated authors like John Piper and Paul David Tripp provide expert instruction on a proper understanding of gender and family roles. This collection draws on lessons in Christian scripture to show how the family is a clear expression of Christian community, how marriages display Christ and his church, and how Scripture affirms each gender distinctly, and with equal value.

Titles Included:

• 50 Crucial Questions: An Overview of Central Concerns about Manhood and Womanhood by John Piper and Wayne Grudem
• Women in the Church: An Analysis and Application of 1 Timothy 2:9-15 edited by Andreas J. Köstenberger and Thomas R. Schreiner
• Designed for Joy: How the Gospel Impacts Men and Women, Identity and Practice edited by Owen Strachan and Jonathan Parnell
• Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel by Raymond C. Ortlund Jr.
• Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family by Paul David Tripp

The Knowing the Bible Series was created to help readers of Scripture know and understand the meaning, the message, and the God of the Bible better. Each volume in the series consists of 12 units that progressively take the reader through a clear, concise study of one or more books of the Bible. In this way, any given volume can fruitfully be used in a 12-week format either in group study, such as in a church-based context, or in individual study. It is possible for users of the studies to complete the material over the course of a larger time or more quickly as the context of the particular study demands.

Each study unit gives an overview of the text at hand before digging into it with a series of questions for reflection or discussion. The unit then concludes by highlighting the gospel of grace in each passage (“Gospel Glimpses”), identifying whole-Bible themes that occur in the passage (“Whole-Bible Connections”), and pinpointing Christian doctrines that are affirmed in the passage (“Theological Soundings”).

The final component to each unit is a section for reflecting on personal and practical implications from the passage at hand. The layout provides space for recording responses to the questions proposed, and we think readers need to do this to get the full benefit of the exercise. The series also includes definitions of key words. These definitions are indicated by a note number in the text and are found at the end of each chapter.

Titles Included:

• Judges: A 12-Week Study by Miles V. Van Pelt
• 1-2 Samuel: A 12-Week Study by Ryan Kelly
• Lamentations, Habakkuk, and Zephaniah: A 12-Week Study by Camden Bucey
• Ezekiel: A 12-Week Study by Michael Lawrence

How does understanding conversion shape ministry? Who is responsible for global missions? How does the church guard against false gospels? These questions frame the ideas presented in this collection. The Building Health Churches Collection from the 9Marks series presents thoughtful and theologically deep analysis of the biblical roles that conversion and mission play within the Christian Church. Bringing together Bible-based teaching with the practical experiences of the authors in mission and evangelism, this collection makes an excellent starting place for conversations about mission in your local church community.

Titles Included:

• Conversion: How God Creates a People by Michael Lawrence
• Missions: How the Local Church Goes Global by Andy Johnson
• Biblical Theology: How the Church Faithfully Teaches the Gospel by Nick Roark and Robert Cline

Faith, hope, and love—we hear a lot about each on their own, but how are they related? Why is this triad mentioned so often in the New Testament?

Written in the form of fifty-eight questions and answers, this book reveals how these three theological virtues—also referred to as “three divine sisters”—together serve as the foundation for our whole Christian life. Deeply scriptural, steeped in key theological texts, and modeled after the classic catechisms of church history, this book will instruct our minds, stir our hearts, and motivate us to faith-filled obedience.

All Christians are called. CAlled to love God with all that we are. Called to serve Him. Called to reach out to the lost. However, when we are honest, the majority of us would admit that we find this last calling the most difficult. We gladly support the evangelistic ministries of other, but most of us feel discouraged by our own attempts at witnessing because of memorized approaches do not seem to be effective

This biblical study of evangelism gracefully reminds us all that the New TEstament model of witnessing is not one-size-fits-all. With compassion for the lost filling every page, Jerram Barrs shows us the variety of approaches used in the New Testament. This the same true, timeless, unchanging Gospel was presented as differently as the audience, calling us to follow its example.

Every preacher, at some point in their ministry, will experience a sense that despite all their efforts and preparations during the week, no one is listening on Sunday morning, only receiving blanks stares from the people of the congregation. It doesn’t have to be that way. You can learn to preach in a way that will be readily, even eagerly, received by your congregation.

It’s all here: what inductive preaching is, how it works, why it’s effective, who’s used it—including Jesus, Peter, Paul, Augustine, St. Francis, Wesley, Edwards, and Moody, to name only a few.

For more than forty years, pastor R. Kent Hughes has shared the gospel with thousands of people and raised the standard of expository preaching in North America and beyond.

To celebrate his legacy and pay tribute to his years of ministry, fifteen of Hughes’s friends and colleagues from across the globe, including J.I. Packer, Wayne Grudem, John MacArthur, Peter Jensen, and D.A. Carson, examine what it means to be an expository preacher. Among the contributors are professors, a university chaplain, a college president, and urban church planters—living testimonies to Hughes’s wide influence.

These contributors address an array of themes for the ministry-minded, such as interpretive principles and practices, biblical and historical paradigms, expository preaching’s contemporary aims and challenges, and the priority of training—all in the expectation that this one man’s passion to preach the Word faithfully will enhance the understanding and practice of expository preaching in churches and seminaries around the world.

Seasoned pastor Alistair Begg observes that much of what is said from today’s pulpits cannot be counted as Bible-based, God-glorifying, and life-changing. Rather than preparing a steady diet of spiritual meat, pastors are mistakenly serving up a self-focused snack—ultimately leaving congregations malnourished and ill prepared to stand firm when their faith is challenged.

Recognizing the need for a return to biblical preaching, Begg has written this practical book, outlining the nature of power-filled, expository preaching and demonstrating its importance in the life of the church.

Does it take a miracle to read the Bible?

God wrote a book, and its pages are full of his glory. But we cannot see his beauty on our own, with mere human eyes.

In Reading the Bible Supernaturally, John Piper aims to show us how God works through his written Word when we pursue the natural act of reading the Bible, so that we experience his sight-giving power—a power that extends beyond the words on the page.

Ultimately, Piper shows us that in the seemingly ordinary act of reading the Bible, something miraculous happens: we are given eyes to behold the glory of the living God.

Calvinist missionaries. If you think that sounds like an oxymoron, you’re not alone. Yet a close look at John Calvin’s life, writings, and successors reveals a passion for the spread of the gospel and the salvation of sinners.

From training pastors at his Genevan Academy to sending missionaries to the jungles of Brazil, Calvin consistently sought to encourage and equip Christians to take the good news of salvation to the very ends of the earth. In this carefully researched book, Michael Haykin and Jeffrey Robinson clear away longstanding stereotypes related to the Reformed tradition and Calvin’s theological heirs, highlighting the Reformer’s neglected missional vision and legacy.