Technology and the Church

These books bring together a diversity of viewpoints from some of the most thoughtful Christian voices engaging technology today, offering biblical grounding, practical guidance, and honest wrestling with hard questions. Keep reading to find resources that will equip you to engage technology faithfully as a Christian.

How IVP Fiction Can Grow You Spiritually

There’s no shortage of resources to choose from when it comes to spiritual growth. Books, podcasts, Bible studies—the list goes on. Maybe when you think of spiritual growth you think of a sermon, a meeting with a spiritual director, quiet time with Jesus, or your small group. Maybe you think of it with delight, or maybe it’s something that you secretly dread.

What if the fiction book you read for enjoyment also deepened your walk with Christ?

Books for Every Season: Resources to Read Through the Church Year

Explore IVP's books organized by the seasons of the church year—Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, Easter, Pentecost, and Ordinary Time. Find resources for every season of faith, whether you're new to liturgical practice or deepening a lifelong rhythm.

The Gift of Playing Together as a Family

Brianna Lambert is the author of Created to Play, a book about embracing rest and joy through hobbies. Brianna reveals the ways God blesses our hobbies and uses them to form us and pull us into worship. Keep reading to find out how to apply these ideas together as a family.

Soul-Nourishing Reads for Christian Moms

Featuring devotionals, insightful Bible studies, poetry, and engaging novels, this collection of Christian books provides a compassionate space for mothers to breathe. Each selection is uplifting, deeply encouraging, and thoughtfully designed to help the women you love rest, reflect, and draw closer to God on any occasion.

Presence and Play

In this article, author and illustrator Betony Coons explores how her children's book, The Unwinding Path, draws on the ancient practice of the labyrinth to help children move from the energy of the day into a peaceful awareness of God's presence, especially at bedtime. Keep reading for a reflection on the gift of helping little ones unwind into rest knowing they are deeply loved and held.

Books on Disability and the Church

These books invite individuals, ministry leaders, and entire congregations to move beyond awareness toward meaningful inclusion. They offer theological grounding, practical wisdom, and powerful stories that challenge us to reshape how we serve, empower, and learn from people of all abilities.

Dive Deep into the Theology of Lent and Easter

As we prepare for the sacred seasons of Lent and Easter, there's no better time to reflect deeply on the theology of Christ's passion, death, resurrection, and ascension.

Trusting God When You’re Afraid of the Dark

If you’ve ever faced a tearful bedtime battle, you’re not alone. Nighttime can stir up big emotions in little ones. But Rachel Joy Welcher, author of Charlie Can’t Sleep!, invites parents and caregivers to see bedtime struggles in a new light. When little ones resist the dark or fear being alone, these moments can become gentle opportunities to teach our children about God’s constant presence.

5 Ways Pastors Can Avoid Losing Their Way

In a time when so many leaders are faltering, the question of how to remain faithful for the long haul has never been more pressing. Peter Greer and Jill Heisey, authors of How Leaders Lose Their Way, sought to understand what causes leaders to lose their way and what sets apart those who remain steadfast. Their research points to five essential practices that enable leaders to stay grounded, mission true, and faithful for a lifetime.

Top Reference Books Every New Pastor Needs

In this guide, we’ll highlight some of the best reference books for new pastors like trusted commentaries, Bible dictionaries, and other essential study tools. These resources will help you build a strong foundation for preaching, teaching, and shepherding God’s people.

10 Must-Have Books for Pastors

If you are seeking fresh insight, deeper spiritual formation, or practical wisdom for ministry, there's something here for you. Whether you're a pastor yourself or you want to support the church leaders in your life, these books are the perfect place to start!

Bible Studies for Every Kind of Small Group

Choosing the right study can make all the difference for your small group. Whether you're seeking in-depth discipleship, practical ministry tools, or studies designed for a specific demographic, we’ve got something for every group.  Check out these trusted resources to help your group grow in faith. 

15 Essential Books for New Seminary Students

Unlock deeper understanding and spiritual growth with this must-have collection of books tailored to guide you through your seminary journey. These books will help you build a solid theological foundation, inspire spiritual reflection, and equip you for faithful service as you start your seminary journey.

Books to Help You Slow Down this Summer 

When the pace of life speeds up, summer can offer an opportunity to slow down. Whether you're craving rest, seeking deeper spiritual rhythms, or simply longing to breathe a little more deeply, these books offer guidance to help you tap the brakes and reset your rhythms.

Essential Reads for Understanding and Supporting Mental Health from a Christian Perspective

Mental health is a deeply personal and multifaceted part of our lives—and it's something God cares deeply about. Whether you're seeking to better understand yourself, support someone you love, or grow in your professional or ministry capacity, books can be powerful tools for insight and healing.

Four Ideas for Family Prayer

Prayer can be daunting as a parent and as a family because what can be more intimate and vulnerable than opening ourselves with humility, hope, and honesty to the all-knowing, all-seeing God of the universe? Inspired by Kaylee Prays for the Children of the World, here are four ideas for how you can lean into the lessons of the book and create a culture of prayer in your own family. 

“God Gives Good Gifts to Everyone”

What good gifts has God given your children? Amy and Rob Dixon, authors of the IVP Kids book "Penny Preaches," help parents and caregivers discern, embrace, and cultivate the vocational giftings of the children in their lives.

What Is Juneteenth? How Christians Can Engage with Black History

How can Christians engage with Juneteenth? Take this opportunity to educate yourself, your family, and your church on Black history in America and get practical ideas to become a part of the continuing story of justice and reconciliation in your community.

6 Formas en que los Académicos Pueden Apoyarse entre Sí

Dominick S. Hernández es un académico latino dentro de la academia evangélica. Lee sobre su carrera académica en la educación superior cristiana, incluyendo sus sugerencias de como académicos pueden ayudarse bien entre sí y levantarse los unos a los otros.

6 Ways Academics Can Care for Each Other Well

Dominick S. Hernández is a Latino scholar within evangelical academia. Read about his career journey in Christian higher education, including his tips for how fellow academics can care for each other well and lift each other up.  

Navigating Evangelical Academia as an Ethnic Minority Scholar

Sherelle Ducksworth is a Black female scholar within evangelical academia. Read about her experience as a woman of color navigating a career in Christian higher education, including her advice and encouragement for other BIPOC scholars as they chart their academic path.

Christian Publishing Trends: 5 Books Readers Want to See in 2024

Are publishers releasing books that readers are actually looking for? We wanted to find out what Christian readers had to say, so we asked: "What book do you wish existed?" What we discovered is that there are subject areas that readers want more of or haven't been able to find. Discover the five book topics readers want from Christian publishing in 2024.

Helping Children Understand Lent through the Lens of Love

How can we discuss love in a way that makes sense to children? Ned Bustard, author of "Saint Valentine the Kindhearted," believes that the timing of Valentine's Day near the beginning of Lent offers the perfect opportunity to engage with your kids about the magnificent and unconditional love of God.

Fall Conferences Roundup: Noteworthy Titles from IVP Academic

Which authors and works brought new insights into wider discussion during 2023's academic fall conferences? See curated book lists from editors Jon Boyd, Rachel Hastings, Rebecca Carhart, Zachary Gordon, and Colton Bernasol as they look forward to ETS, AAR, and SBL.