On this page you can find a series of Christian book recommendations from members of Church on the Corner. Whether you’re curious about Christianity, have just taken the amazing decision to become a disciple of Jesus, or have been following Him for years, reading is a brilliant way of understanding more about what it means to be a Christian!
The Irresistible Revolution by Shane Claiborne
A mix of memoir and manifesto, The Irresistible Revolution is Shane Claiborne’s inspiring call to place the radical hospitality, generosity, and compassion of Jesus at the centre of our Christian lives. The book charts Claiborne’s life as a Christian activist and community organiser who longs to see Spirit-filled believers working for the common good. His call for Christians to join in Jesus’ revolution of love – transforming their communities into places that reflect the peace, joy, and justice of God’s Kingdom – is irresistible!
Defying unhelpful stereotypes, Claiborne places his Evangelical Christianity at the centre of his work for community transformation – it becomes clear throughout the book that he believes deeply in the centrality of Scripture, the power of prayer, and the active work of the Holy Spirit in our world.
The Prodigal God by Timothy Keller
An extended sermon on the parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11-32), The Prodigal God unveils the radical and redemptive love of God. In the light of this famous story, Tim Keller, a renowned public theologian and prolific author, invites us to investigate our judgmental and moralising attitudes toward other believers.
Jesus and The Powers by Tom Wright & Michael F Bird
At a time when the politics of supremacy, strength, and exploitation are on the rise, Jesus and the Powers is a vital read for Christians. Rooted in close Scriptural analysis and deep political wisdom, Tom Wright and Michael F Bird explore the subversive nature of Jesus’ political theology. Jesus and the Powers reads as a call to resist the allure of worldy power, while building communities of radical love that prophetically inspire the powerful to pursue peace for all, compassion for the oppressed, and justice for the exploited.
Cafe Theology by Michael Lloyd
In this influential book, theologian and Anglican priest Michael Lloyd explores the big questions of Christian theology in a way that’s both rigorous and accessible. As the title suggests, it feels like sitting down with a wise and well-informed fellow believer for a relaxed conversation about the knotty questions of faith. His exploration of theodicy – the question of how evil and suffering can co-exist with an all good and all powerful God – is particularly interesting.
Simply Christian by Tom Wright
A great introduction to Christianity through the wise and gentle eyes of Tom Wright. His reframing of individual salvation – from a ‘ticket to heaven’ model to an invitation to join God in bringing the Kingdom of Heaven to earth – reflects our theology at Church on the Corner.
Building a People of Power by Robert Linthicum
A Scripturally-grounded ‘how to’ guide for Christian communities working to transform their local areas into oases of peace, joy, and justice. Linthicum – theologian, pastor, and Christian community organiser – emphasises the importance of churches engaging in bottom-up community transformation that empowers and bonds local people. The work of our Community Ministry Team reflects his wisdom.
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