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Listen as Jonathan talks to Courtney about her new book Teach Me To Feel: Worshiping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life. You will be blessed by this conversation about the pursuit of emotional health from a gospel-centered worldview!

Listen as Jonathan and Rachel discuss her book Born Again This Way. Rachel’s powerful testimony speaks to anyone who wrestles with same sex attraction. Listen as we discuss how the church should relate to this topic.

Listen as Jonathan and Thomas talk about Dean Inserra’s The Unsaved Christian. This book confronts Cultural Christianity. It is helpful for anyone who desires to see church people become Christ’s people.

Listen as Jonathan and Robby discuss Lloyd-Jones’ classic Spiritual Depression. More than 50 years ago Lloyd-Jones contended that Christianity would be more appealing if Christians weren’t so bothered by the trivialities of life. This book makes a strong argument for the Christian being able to fight depression with their faith and the Word.

Listen as Jonathan and Rachel discuss one of America’s greatest authors. During her time at the University of Iowa Flannery O’Connor kept a prayer journal that details the mind and spiritual life of one of the most influential writers of our time. Listen as we discuss her life and her faith.

Listen as Jonathan and Barnabas discuss what it means to have faith, including how Christians should respond in moments of unbelief.

Listen as Jonathan recounts a phenomenal book by Dr. Donald Whitney. So often ‘discipline’ is seen in a negative light. However, in this book Donald Whitney shows us how valuable it is for the Christian life. Whitney’s gospel-centered perspective on Christian disciplines has helped many, and we are confident it will help you as well.

Listen as Jonathan sits down with Adam Mabry about his book The Art of Rest. This book is helpful to anyone who struggles to slow down. We heartily recommend it!

Listen as Jonathan and Dylan talk about Tozer's classic The Knowledge of the Holy. This book comforts the reader by applying God's attributes to the believer's life.

Listen as Jonathan and Dave discuss Jerry Bridges’ classic The Pursuit of Holiness. This conversation revolves around the importance of holiness in the Christian life.

Listen as Jonathan and Troy discuss Spurgeon’s Sorrows: Realistic Hope for those who suffer from Depression. They discuss Spurgeon’s life as well as how the church can rally around those who suffer from mental illness.

Listen as Jonathan talks to author Jonathan Holmes about his new book Counsel for Couples. In this conversation Jonathan makes a case for pastors as counselors. Enjoy!

Listen as Jonathan talks to Dr. Carl Trueman about his book Grace Alone. Dr. Trueman helps the listener examine the misunderstood topic of grace both doctrinally and in practical church matters. Enjoy!

Listen to Jonathan and John discuss the classic prequel to the Lord of the Rings trilogy. In this conversation we explore Tolkien’s relationship with C.S. Lewis as well as seeing The Hobbit in a Christian light. Enjoy!

Listen as Jonathan and Kyle discuss a great read for anyone who needs a better grasp on how God’s grace leads us to repentance. Bryan Chapell’s Holiness by Grace is a great reminder of the scandalous nature of the gospel and its motivating power for us to be more like Him.

Listen as Jonathan and Camille talk about a book that is helpful to any Christian who desires to share their faith. Rico Tice’s Honest Evangelism gives an honest take on the very real challenges that face us when we evangelize.

Listen as Jonathan and Jack discuss a book that helps everyday people accomplish the Lord Jesus’ command to make disciples of all nations. Many books have been written on this topic, but none are so readable and so helpful as this one.

Listen as Jonathan and Ron talk about the seven myths in leadership. In his book The Mythical Leader Ron debunks myths that are helpful for even the most seasoned leaders. Click the link below to see his book on Amazon!

Listen as Jonathan and Sam discuss Sam’s book Obstacles in the Established Church. This book is helpful for pastors and leaders alike, anyone who leads, but especially in the church. In this episode you’ll hear Sam’s heart for the local church as well as some insight on his ministry journey.

Listen as Jonathan and Renee discuss Milton Vincent’s short and helpful book A Gospel Primer. This book helps believers rediscover the truths of the gospel each day. Click below to check it out on Amazon!

Listen as Jonathan and Kyle discuss Matt Smethurst's Before you open your Bible. Matt Smethurst is managing editor of The Gospel Coalition. You'll be helped to hear a conversation on how we should approach the Word on a daily basis!

Listen as Jonathan interviews Dr. Jonathan Pennington, Professor at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, about his book The Sermon on the Mount and Human Flourishing. You’ll be helped to hear how Jesus fits squarely in the contexts of Second Temple Judaism and the Greco-Roman Virtue Tradition. For more of Dr. Pennington, follow the link below to his Youtube show, Cars, Coffee, Theology.

Listen as Jonathan and Jeff discuss Holy Sexuality and the Gospel by Christopher Yuan. This book is the single most valuable resource on how believers should think about same sex attraction. Listen as we talk about Dr. Yuan’s story as well as key themes like Holy Sexuality, Singleness, and Identity.

Listen as Jonathan and Mac discuss Jeremy Treat's book The Crucified King. Treat debunks the false dichotomy of the kingdom vs the cross in a way that is helpful, readable, and scholarly. Join us as we gladly discuss a book that has helped us love Jesus more.

Listen as Kendall, Danny, and Jonathan discuss The Good Book Company’s newest book, Is This It? by Rachel Jones. Jones, is a 20-something trying to figure out what life looks like as a Christian millennial. Join us as we discuss discontentment from a gospel-centered worldview.

Listen as Jonathan highlights Pontius Pilate, a historical fiction novel that gives the gospel story through the eyes of the Romans. This book will remind you how attractive a person Jesus is, even to the most hardened skeptic.

Listen as Jonathan and Anna discuss New York Times Best Seller Love Does by Bob Goff. You'll be enriched by hearing the amusing anecdotes of a man who loves to live life.

Listen as Jonathan and Robby talk about C.S. Lewis’ Perelandra, the second book in his Space Trilogy. Listen and explore the mind of one of the greatest Christian thinkers.

Listen as Jonathan and Cal talk about Tim Keller’s The Meaning of Marriage. You’ll be enriched to hear a discussion about healthy reasons to pursue marriage.

Listen as Jonathan and Cullen discuss politics from a Christian worldview in Russell Moore’s book Onward.

Listen as Jonathan and Robby talk about the first book in C.S. Lewis’ Space Trilogy, Out of the Silent Planet. Lewis masterfully throws open the imagination of his readers and plunges into a world unknown.

Listen as Jonathan and Julie talk about Donald Miller’s Blue Like Jazz., a series of memoirs written about Christianity from a non-religious perspective.

Listen as Jonathan and Christian discuss Gospel by J.D. Greear, a helpful book that rescues us from thinking about the gospel legalistically.

Listen as Jonathan and Josiah discuss The Prodigal God, a book that gets back to the heart of the Christian message, the gospel.

Listen as Jonathan and Mitch discuss The Divine Conspiracy, a book about what it means for the kingdom of heaven to take root in the heart of every Christian.

Listen as Jonathan and Brandon discuss Just Do Something, a book for Christians who desire to know God's will for their lives.

Listen to Jonathan and Justin discuss Do More Better, a book on productivity from a Christian worldview.

No book review this week! Instead, listen to a sermon on the life of Joseph recorded in Genesis 37.

Listen as Jonathan and Mike discuss Knowing God, a classic 20th century book on the doctrine of God.

Listen as Jonathan and Nick discuss Persistently Preaching Christ, a biography of an English church over the past 50 years.

Listen as Jonathan and Haley discuss Jane Austen's classic novel Pride and Prejudice, post-graduate life, and the inner-workings of being an English teacher.

Listen as Jonathan, Jake, and Arie discuss Gary Thomas's book The Sacred Search as well as other topics related to dating, engagement, and marriage.

Listen as Jonathan and Kendall discuss Eric Mason's book Woke Church. This episode offers a helpful discussion on race in the church today.

Listen as Jonathan and Rachel discuss Ray Bradbury's classic dystopian novel Fahrenheit 451, driving in the snow, and what it's like to be a "Bookchick."

Listen as Jonathan and Mac discuss Christ Alone by Stephen Wellum. Written in part of a five part series on the reformation, Christ Alone argues for the centrality and exclusivity of Christ as a vital part of Christian doctrine.

Have a desire to read good books but don't know where to start? Jonathan's been there, and he's got your back. Listen to the Book It podcast, a meaningful discussion of Christian literature.