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October 16, 2025 11 mins

What books should every Christian couple have on their shelf? In this episode, we share our top recommendations for men, women, and couples, covering discipleship, marriage, parenting, and spiritual growth. From classics like Pilgrim’s Progress and Knowing God to practical guides like Disciplines of a Godly Man and The Excellent Wife, discover resources that will strengthen your faith, your marriage, and your family legacy.

Books mentioned:
For Men:
Disciplines of a Godly Man — R. Kent Hughes
Knowing God — J. I. Packer
The Pilgrim’s Progress — John Bunyan

For Women:
The Excellent Wife — Martha Peace
From Pride to Humility — Stuart Scott
Stepping Heavenward — Elizabeth Prentiss

For Couples:
The Complete Husband — Lou Priolo
I Still Do — Dave Harvey
When Sinners Say I Do — Dave Harvey
Shepherding a Child’s Heart — Tedd Tripp
By Life or by Death: The Life and Legacy of John and Betty Stam — Vance Christie

Additional Mentions:
This Momentary Marriage — John Piper
The Tapestry — Edith Schaeffer
Mere Christianity — C. S. Lewis
Total Truth — Nancy Pearcey
Susie: The Life and Legacy of Susannah Spurgeon — Ray Rhodes
The Art of Divine Contentment — Thomas Watson
When People Are Big and God Is Small — Edward Welch
People Pleasing: Overcoming the Fear of Man — Lou Priolo
Fighting Fear with Fear — Edward Welch
Writings by Elisabeth Elliot

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