We asked pastors around the world a simple question: what books did you read in 2022 that helped you be a better pastor? We’ve curated their responses below. (See our 2020 list here, 2019 here, 2018 here, and 2017 here.)
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Spurgeon the Pastor: Recovering a Biblical and Theological Vision for Ministry, by Geoff Chang
“Chang’s book does two things. First, it teaches biblical ecclesiology through Spurgeon’s own rich preaching, hilarious wit, and overall mastery of the English language. Second, it encourages pastors to follow Spurgeon’s own tireless example in guarding the church’s membership, faithfully practicing discipline, raising up elders, and equipping the saints for the work of the ministry. Having Chang lead you into the trenches of pastoral ministry with Spurgeon isn’t just instructive, it’s inspiring.” – Sam Emadi, senior pastor of Hunsinger Lane Baptist Church in Louisville, KY
“I was encouraged to read how Spurgeon sought to maintain biblical convictions even though his church grew astronomically. Spurgeon practiced the nine marks before there was 9Marks! – Alex Hong, pastor of Christian Fellowship Bible Church in West Covina, CA
Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution, by
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