Recommended Resources
From “Longing for Eden” 2026-04-12
What does it really mean to be a great man? Pastor Steve recently recommended this book, and it's easy to see why. Eric Metaxas profiles seven remarkable men — George Washington, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, Jackie Robinson, and others — and uncovers the one thing they all shared: faith, humility, and the courage to lay down their own desires for something far greater.
These men didn't stumble into greatness. They chose it. And their stories carry a challenge for every man in the pew, the workplace, and around the family table.
Even in a perfect world, it would not be good without women. That was the heartbeat of Pastor Josiah's recent message from Genesis 2, and Seven Women is the book he pointed us to as living proof. Eric Metaxas profiles Joan of Arc, Susanna Wesley, Corrie ten Boom, Rosa Parks, Mother Teresa, and others, women who were respected because of their femininity, not in spite of it, and whose courage, nurture, and faith changed the course of history.
Being a woman is not a cookie-cutter affair. This book shows you exactly what that looks like across seven very different lives. Morgan-approved.
In a culture that often views marriage through the lens of personal fulfillment or temporary emotion, Keller takes us back to the "Genesis foundations." He explores how marriage is a divine ordinance designed to help us become our true selves in Christ.
Just like our “Longing for Eden” series, this book explores:
The Blueprint for Gender & Relationship: Keller examines how the distinct roles of men and women are not about power, but about a beautiful, sacrificial harmony that reflects the Gospel.
Back to Basics: This book strips away modern misconceptions and returns to the biblical vision of companionship and "ordered" love.
Practical & Foundational: Whether you are single, engaged, or have been married for decades, this resource provides a roadmap for living out God’s design for intimacy and commitment in a fallen world.
For a more focused resource, we are recommending Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts by Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott.
While many couples spend more time planning their wedding than their marriage, the Parrotts point us back to the foundational skills required to live out God’s design for "one flesh." This book tackles the practical realities of the "Eden calling"—resolving conflict, bridging gender gaps, and building a shared spiritual bond—to help couples move past the myths of marriage and into the lifelong, resilient intimacy God intended from the beginning.
Family life can often feel like a dizzying blur of flying bathwater, uncooperative bedtimes, and chaotic mealtimes. But what if the wildest parts of your daily routine are actually the exact places God wants to meet you? Justin Whitmel Earley shows us that our ordinary, everyday habits are more than just routines: they are liturgies that quietly shape what we and our children love. Whether you’re dealing with toddlers or teenagers, this book gives you practical, hands-on tools to trade a culture of anger and frustration for rhythms of peace, forgiveness, and grace. It’s a powerful reminder that while our habits won’t change God's love for us, His love can absolutely change our habits.
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There is no additional cost to you, and we only recommend resources that we believe will genuinely encourage and strengthen your walk with Christ. Thank you for your support and for being part of what God is doing both here and around the world.