Pastor Ross’
BOOKSHELF
Child of the Wild Coast: Story of Shannon Ainslie
You are going to love this book! As you read the story of Shannon’s life and his many encounters with sharks, the author will enrich you with a thorough look at life in South Africa and what it is like to be a surfer on the Wild Coast. This book ultimately is about how God’s hand works in our lives to shape us and reveal His purpose for us. Let it speak to you and enjoy the ride.
The Cause Within You
The Cause Within You is a great read. When we find our purpose. When we discover our “cause”, it revolutionizes our life! To wake up every day knowing why you are here on this earth gives you that impetus to push ahead and make a difference in the world for Christ. Matthew tells his story and how he started the Dream Center in Los Angeles and along the way gives us great hints in order to find our cause. You will love this book!
Evidence Not Seen
Darlene’s story set during WWII Indonesia will rivet you. It will build your faith. It will give you hope. This book is a relevant read in the uncertain days we live in. You will find yourself crying and then cheering with Darlene as she relies on the most certain Jesus Christ and His Word. I believe this book will equip you for anything that comes our way.
The Cross and the Switchblade
This story about a country preacher who is drawn to New York to lead gang members to Christ inspired me to reach out to inner-city gangsters in Los Angeles in the ’80s when gang killings were at a peak. David Wilkerson’s boldness and compassion for men who threatened his life encouraged me to trust Jesus and follow him. I found that His perfect love truly casts out all fear. You will be encouraged as well to go out to the lost, regardless of their background, and show the Father’s heart.
Secret Power
This book is a must for those who want to make an impact in their world for Jesus! Moody gives us a complete look at the role and necessity of the power of the Holy Spirit in ministry. It’s anything but spooky. It is a practical, straight look at why so much of the church is powerless and in need of the divine help that Jesus promised us.
Shaken
You will love this book! Tim’s first book, Through My Eyes, was an excellent telling of his life and how he became one of the best college football players ever. His relationship with God was such a big part of his success. This second book, Shaken, is a frank look at how it felt to become a NFL quarterback and then be traded from team to team until he was left looking for work. His walk with the Lord has not been shaken by the ordeal, but he did go through some rough patches! You will find so much of this book readily applicable as he relates how God brought him through.
God’s Smuggler
You will love this book! Brother Andrew’s love for Jesus leads him to take the Bible into the former Soviet Union in a blue VW! He understands how important it is to have God’s Word. So he goes by faith, risking arrest, to help fellow believers. When you finish reading this book, it will give you a new appreciation for your Bible and a desire to help others in hard-to-reach places too!