Book Recommendations
- Maturing in faith and learning on your own is important, especially if it is difficult to join a Bible study or another small group. It is as important as it is easy: Just pick up a Christian book that sparks your interest. Here are some suggestions of titles that might help you. You might also want to spend some time on the internet or in a Christian book store (see below) to find good Christian reading material.
- Talk to the Pastor Matthias Tepper about any questions that might occur during your reading. He is happy to visit with you. Consider this an invitation to a cup of coffee! :) Mail to Pastor
- Christian book stores and and websites:
Message Media book store, YWAM (Jeunesse en Mission ASBL): 19, Av des Celtes, 1040 Brussels, (close to Merode), Tel: +32 2 736 33 63, Email: office@ywambrussels.be
· The Bible: God's Word is the best you can get. Read it! Absorb it! Treasure it! The more and the more often the better. There are lots of versions out there: NIV, ESV, Amplified and many others in many other languages. Interesting are the Study Bibles that give more explanations, background information and life application. Lutherans have always been people of the Word! If you don't own a Bible, let me give one to you for free! Click here for the Bible online. A very great alternative to reading the Bible is listening to it, for example on your mp3 player. Download your Bible mp3s and start listening!
· Cultivating a Life for God: Multiplying Disciples Through Life Transformation Groups. Life is full of so many distractions it is hard to stay focused on what is really important. Often we need someone or something to call our attentions back to the prime directive we received from Jesus in Matthew 28:19, "Go and make disciples of all nations..." In this book you will be introduced to the concept of Life Transformation Groups. These groups form the most basic unit of the church - tow or three believers held together by the presence of Jesus Christ. Used from £1.58 click here. Ask Pastor about it. He has a few extra copies waiting for you!
· Jesus and Muhammed: Profound Differences and Surprising Similarities (by Mark A. Gabriel). The two founders of Christianity and Islam -- at a first glance they seem so similar: Of middle eastern origin, a beard, and a passion for one God. And indeed they have a lot in common. However, when you compare their lives and their teaching, you will see some grave differences as well. This book will give you a better understanding of Islam, but also draw you closer to Jesus Christ, as you discover his character, how he deals lovingly with women, encourages to pray for one's enemies, and what he has to say about the love that God, his Father has for all of creation, including all the people.
· The Five Love Languages For...: couples, children, teenager and singles! Everyone has his or her own antennas to receive love. One appreciates gifts more, another is more grateful for some quality time spent together. Because physical touch might make you feel loved, you tend to communicate love in this way as well. Somebody can speak their love languages to the perfection; but if it's not the love language of the recipient, the effort doesn't make him or her feel loved much. These books are about learning a new language, the love language of your spouse, children... Read more about it and Find just the book for you!
· The Jesus-Story-Book-Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name. This beautifully written and illustrated children's Bible will fascinate your kids and you as well. Told in a wonderfully inviting style, this Bible storybook shares many beloved Bible stories and reveals how the news and message of Jesus unfolds throughout Scripture, from the Old Testament all the way through the New Testament. Jesus in the Story helps readers love and appreciate Jesus and begin their own journey of faith. Available in many languages and even video clips. Check it out yourself.

