🎁 Blessing unsaved folk in your life
Being a blessing to unsaved folk in your life
These resources can be used to show folk you think of thrm, care, and it ministers Biblical & Gospel truths to them; planting seeds of truth.
Luke 6:28: “Bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you.”
Matthew 5:44: “But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.”
Romans 12:20-21 [quoting :Proverbs 25:21-22] says, “To the contrary, if your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink; for by so doing you will heap burning coals on his head. Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.”
Resources you can share & give as gifts to bless folk can be found here for specific ones and some generic gift ideas to bless.
✅️Include a Gospel tract or tract bookmark in these. So the Gospel is clearly presented too.
Faith Related
●Why I Am a Christian by John Stott
An accessible and concise book, John Stott presents the core reasons for embracing Christianity, making it an excellent resource for those exploring the faith.
* Could be a follow up to an above book, or include the Why Christianity booklet in it. Or gift seperately.
"The Ultimate Questions" by John Blanchard
●A booklet addressing fundamental questions about life, purpose, and faith. It's written in an accessible style, making it suitable for seekers exploring spiritual matters.
"Grace for You" by John MacArthur
● An accessible exposition of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, emphasizing God's grace and the call to repentance. Suitable for those exploring the depths of God's mercy, and those who wandered from the Faith.
●This powerful booklet serves as the perfect evangelism piece that invites people to encounter the deep grace of God.
○Good for those who "left the Faith" or "gave up religion" to get them thinking again. Especially if a bit open to it/God.
*Include a Gospel tract bookmark.
Skeptics/Athiests
● How to Know God exists, book
●The Faith of a Seeker: Integrating Science and Scholarship with Christian Experience, by Robert Morris
●Explores the intersection of faith and science, addressing challenging questions and offering a Christian perspective.
■ Books specifically targeted to reach people of certian religions, can be found here. 💥
Serious thinker/ Christian/Lukewarm:
Hard to Believe, by John MacArthur.
This is both a wake-up call for professing Christians who may have a shallow view of faith, and a confrontation of the unbeliever with the cost and reality of following Christ.
That mix makes it unusually effective for the unsaved who are serious thinkers or spiritually restless. It’s blunt, but it cuts through the cultural “easy-believism” and points straight to the real gospel.
Unsaved:
The Gospel According to Jesus, by John MacArthur
●Find the book at Cbd, gty, gracebooks etc and used places if needed.
○The companion to Hard to Believe; deeply evangelistic. (Could gift both & number them 1&2).
○Clarifies what true saving faith is and what Jesus actually taught about following Him.
○Many people who were “church-attenders but unsaved” have come to faith through this book.✅️
The Gospel According to the Apostles — John MacArthur
Explains the gospel message as preached by the apostles, emphasizing repentance and lordship.
Excellent for someone who has heard watered-down Christianity and needs the real message.
Saved Without a Doubt — John MacArthur
Written for assurance, but very useful for seekers who wonder, “Can I really be saved?”
Clearly explains the marks of genuine salvation — often convicting and clarifying for unbelievers.
Ashamed of the Gospel — John MacArthur
Exposes easy and cultural Christianity, pointing back to the true message of the cross.
Great for unsaved people turned off by shallow religion but open to truth.
Think Biblically! — by John MacArthur
●A worldview book — less direct gospel presentation, but helpful for someone thinking deeply about meaning, morality, and truth.
Note:
Ideal audiences for these above books:
●Hard-minded seekers who want truth more than comfort.
●Skeptics disillusioned with modern Christianity but willing to examine Jesus Himself.
●Nominal Christians who may not yet be converted.
More for Unsaved:
"What’s the Least I Can Believe and Still Be a Christian?" by Martin Thielen
●A candid discussion addressing misconceptions and essential beliefs of Christianity, aimed at seekers and those questioning their faith.
●A candid discussion addressing misconceptions and essential beliefs of Christianity, aimed at seekers and those questioning their faith.
*Sounds absurd, but unsaved folk dont think and understand spiritual topics and how we are made new, thus live in and live out our Faith totally transformed.
Gospel Remission: God’s Gracious Plan to Forgive Sin, by Jeremiah Burroughs
●On Ps 32:1. In this treatise gospel grace is stated rightly; the justice of God is cleared; the mercy of God is exalted; poor, trembling sinners are encouraged to come to the blood of Christ for pardon; and presumptuous sinners, facing an eternity in hell, are awakened out of their deadly deluding dreams of heaven. In Christ, sin is condemned and punished, and the believing sinner is justified, pardoned, and acquitted.
Discovering Christianity: A Seeker's Guide to Faith and Theology by Rowan Williams
●A brief and engaging introduction to the essentials of the Christian faith, offering insights into the nature of God, the role of Jesus, and the significance of Christian theology.
Emails to a Young Seeker, by David S. Hogsette
●A series of letters addressing common questions and doubts about Christianity, providing thoughtful and accessible explanations for seekers.
"In Search of Truth" by Dean Parrish
● Using humor and personal anecdotes, this book explores the concept of truth and how it applies to everyday life, encouraging readers to seek deeper understanding.
"Advice for Seekers" by Charles H. Spurgeon
●A collection of Spurgeon's writings offering practical advice and encouragement for those seeking to understand (and live out) the Christian faith.
"A Seeker's Guide to a Life Worth Living" by J. Hamilton
●A collection of short articles offering insights into living a meaningful life, drawing from the author's experiences and Christian principles.
"The Heart of Jesus: How He Really Feels about You" by Dane Ortlund
●An exploration of Jesus's compassion and love for humanity, offering comfort and encouragement for those seeking to understand God's heart.
●An exploration of Jesus's compassion and love for humanity, offering comfort and encouragement for those seeking to understand God's heart.
Ones for the unsaved on how Faith permeates every area of ones life.
There might be some situations, probably coming up in convos, where these would be good to gift, and continue the convo from there, as you minister. [Some are good for believers too].
A Tender Lion: J.C. Ryle, by Bennett Wade Rogers
●Focusing on his life and ministry, it provides insights into living out faith in everyday life.
●Focusing on his life and ministry, it provides insights into living out faith in everyday life.
*Include a solid Gospel tract.
John Bunyan and the Grace of Fearing God, by Joel R. Beeke & Paul Smalley
●An exploration of John Bunyan's life, emphasizing his deep reverence for God. The book provides a glimpse into how faith can permeate all aspects of life.
John Bunyan and the Grace of Fearing God, by Joel R. Beeke & Paul Smalley
●An exploration of John Bunyan's life, emphasizing his deep reverence for God. The book provides a glimpse into how faith can permeate all aspects of life.
*Include a solid Gospel tract.
Life Issues
*Collection of poems written for the broken-hearted. Guide through the multi-layered emotions that come with heartache, disappointment, loss, grief, and loneliness.
*If they complain, or reveal they're going through difficulties.
●Divine Dining, book
*If they like food, recipes, interesting topics.
*Maybe pair with a kitchen utensil, lil coco or tea set pkt, or something lil you can add to it.
●Ultimate Health Foods, book
*Discusses foods Jesus ate
*If they like food, recipes, interesting topics.
*Maybe pair with a kitchen utensil, lil coco or tea set pkt, or something lil you can add to it.
Faith, Family & The Feast: Recipes to Feed Your Crew from the Grill, Garden and Iron Skillet, by Kent Rollins
● A lifestyle/food book with a southern/grill/garden emphasis.
●Recipes with a generous insertions of images of cowboys out on the range accompanied by biblical verses and inspirational quotes.
●Can be adapted for indoor meals made on your stove. They have companion videos to walk you thru each recipe on YT. Not only is it a great cookbook, but it has beautiful outdoor photos from all across the Midwest with a few personal stories. It's a great book to have in the kitchen, in your bookshelf, or on your coffee table.
*Good for folk who like cooking & hosting.
* Faith is touched on, needs a solid Gospel tract included, like for a bookmark, or just a solid tract slipped in the first page. 💥
●Lifestyle/habit focus; check theological alignment.
●For those who share theyre overwhelmed and need to minimalize
*Include a Gospel tract bookmark
Romance/General
● Jake's Fortune, book
*Mystery romance novel
*Has Gospel in it clearly
One Chance, by Daniel Patterson
*Mystery romance novel
* Faith is touched on, needs a solid Gospel tract included, like for a bookmark. 💥
Race for Freedom: Freedom Seekers, by Lois Walfrid Johnson
●Set during the Underground Railroad era, this novel follows the journey of a young man seeking freedom, highlighting themes of courage and faith.
*Might be good for African Americans
* Faith is touched on, needs a solid Gospel tract included, like for a bookmark. 💥
"The Seekers" by Wanda E. Brunstetter
● A heartwarming story that follows a diverse group of individuals seeking purpose and belonging, subtly weaving in Christian themes.
"Christianity Considered: A Guide for Skeptics and Seekers" by D.A. Carson
●Addresses common questions and objections about Christianity, providing thoughtful responses that encourage seekers to consider the faith seriously.
Specifically for men:
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*Documentary like movies discussing topics.
*I would use these sparingly and wisely;
*Theyre best used in conjunction with folk open or unsure of a view yet on the topic, or already agree on the moral topic. It can plant to biblical truths to guide those open... further towards the Gospel.
Bonus:
♡ You might encounter new believers who need encouragement, correcting or help living the Christian life (whether not in Church yet or are). You can minister to them with these resources, & be a part of blessing and setting them more on the right direction in their journey.
Yes some above books work for them, but these are specific.
New Believers/New & Need Guidance:
Save Yourself Some Pain, by Ray Comfort
●8 Steps for Guiding New Believers to Growth
●Designed for those new to the faith, this book offers a clear and concise overview of the Bible's structure and key themes, helping readers understand the context and message of Scripture.
"The Pursuit" by Tim Challies
A reflection on the Christian journey, emphasizing the importance of intentional pursuit of God and spiritual growth.
"Finding Ourselves in God's Story" by Michele Hershberger & David C. Csinos
●An exploration of how personal stories intersect with God's larger narrative, encouraging readers to see their lives within the context of Christian faith.
*Maybe for those who struggle or dont see God moving in their life?
*Pair with reminders of how God worked in varied Bible times folk lives, seeing the fruit or outcomes at some point or later on. Encourage perseverance & trust.
"The Heart of Jesus: How He Really Feels about You" by Dane Ortlund
●An exploration of Jesus's compassion and love for humanity, offering comfort and encouragement for those seeking to understand God's heart.
●An exploration of Jesus's compassion and love for humanity, offering comfort and encouragement for those seeking to understand God's heart.
"Lest We Drift" by Tim Challies
●A call to remain steadfast in the gospel, urging readers to avoid drifting away from the core truths of Christianity.
"The Gospel Life" Series, by Jeremiah Burroughs
●A collection of writings that delve into the essence of the gospel and its implications for daily living. While not fiction, its practical application of the gospel makes it accessible for seekers.
"Grace for You" by John MacArthur
● An accessible exposition of the Parable of the Prodigal Son, emphasizing God's grace and the call to repentance. Suitable for those exploring the depths of God's mercy, and those who wandered from the Faith.
●Helps those wavering or who may have walked away a short time, or went into the world for a season- to return to God & truth.
●Taken from his best-selling book A Tale of Two Sons, explains the hidden dynamics of Jesus' most well known parable, The Parable of the Prodigal Son.
*Include a Gospel tract bookmark, in case they are not actually saved.
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Who to gift to?
Think about who you can give any of these gifts to today. Make a list.
They can be handed out in person, or sent to them with a letter. It really depends on what you know, if the timing is after they reveal it, if you anticipated it or them talking about it at next meet up, if you already know its an ongoing situation, or in connection with a current faith based/Gospel convo you had or tried to have, as these can help come alongside them and do the hard plowing for you.
God bless!
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