Church Leaders' Books List for 2025

'If you are planning to read one book on AI, this should be it. If you intend to read many books on AI, this should be the first. James Tour, Professor of Chemistry, NanoEngineering and Computer Science, Rice University

'John Lennox is such a sage--experienced, knowledgeable, wise, and with a proven ability to guide us forward.' -- Os Guinness

Will technology change what it means to be human? As a scientist, philosopher, and apologist, Lennox brings his expertise to the artificial intelligence arena. In this updated and revised edition, he introduces a kaleidoscope of new ideas, including pivotal recent developments in bioengineering, the way AI is changing communication, the urgent need for regulation, biblical insights, and more. 384 pages, hardcover from Zondervan.

"I love John Mark Comer’s vision for life—to be with Jesus, become more like him, and aspire to do what Jesus would do. This book can help us all in our own walk with Jesus."—Nicky Gumbel, pioneer of Alpha

"An important work for any disciple of Jesus to read. The church needs this book! The world needs this book! Its clear, concise, and easy to understand while being very challenging. I think this book will stand the test of time." -JamesMichael 5 Star Customer Review

Feel like there's more to life? You're right! Best-selling author Comer unpacks God's vision for the journey of our souls; reveals obstacles holding us back from authentically following Christ; and suggests countercultural spiritual practices---like hospitality, simplicity, and community---that can connect us with a vibrant, lifelong faith. Rethink your assumptions about discipleship and embrace apprenticeship under Jesus!

Learn why Jesus used storytelling to communicate life's deepest truths! In this profound collection of previously unpublished writings, the beloved author of The Divine Conspiracy and The Spirit of the Disciplines unpacks Christ's "scandalous" kingdom-focused parables, reflects on the surprising meanings hidden in these passages, and reveals their continuing relevance for kingdom citizens today.

“Twenty-seven years ago, I wrote a small book entitled The Leadership Style of Jesus as I was traveling the world teaching on leadership... Today, I am re-releasing this book—rewritten and much expanded. It is the perfect time to bring this resource back to the attention of readers everywhere, when the world is suffering the consequences of a sad lack of godly leadership in our homes, churches, businesses and government. I hope it will be a tool to train godly leaders worldwide." —Michael Youssef, author of The Leadership Style of Jesus

The first volume of Habermas's magnum opus, this book results from 50 years of research on the probability of Jesus' resurrection. The distinguished chair of Liberty University's philosophy department demonstrates why we should trust the biblical and historical testimony of Scripture using his "minimal facts argument." A must-read for those interested in the historical evidence for Christ's resurrection.

Gary R. Habermas (PhD, Michigan State University) is distinguished research professor of apologetics and philosophy and chair of the department of philosophy at Liberty University.