Book List
This is the required book list for Fall 2026. It will be updated as we recieve information from the professors!
Classes are in alphabetical order, click on the class to see the books.
All Books are required for class unless otherwise noted.
Semester Classes
Christian Doctrine I - Mr. Schulz
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Thirteen Lessons in Christian Doctrine | Denver Sizemore | College Press | 9780899007656 |
| Twelve More Lessons in Christian Doctrine | Denver Sizemore | College Press | 9780899007175 |
| The Faith Once For All | Dr. Jack Cottrell | College Press | 9780899009100 |
Christian Education of Children - Dr. Sweeney
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| The Teaching Ministry of the Church – Second Edition | William Yount | B&H Publishing Group | 9780805447378 |
Doctrine of Grace - Mr. Schulz
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Healing Grace | David Seamands | Light & Life Communications | 978893672386 |
| What’s So Amazing About Grace? | Philip Yancey | Zondervan | 9780310245650 |
| Saved by Grace: The Essence of Christianity | Dr. Jack Cottrell | Christian Restoration Association | 9781976552274 |
English Grammar - Dr. Collings
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| The Best Grammar Workbook Ever! | Arlene Miller | Bigwords101 | 9780991167401 |
Hermeneutics - Dr. Peer
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Grasping God’s Word, Fourth Edition: A Hands-on Approach to Readng, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible | J. Scott Duvall and J. Daniel Hays | Zondervan Academic | 9780310109174 |
| How to Understand Your Bible | T. Norton Sterrett and Richard L. Schultz | InterVarsity Press | 9780830810932 |
Historical Overview of the Bible - Mr. Robinson
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| A Newcomer’s Guide to the Bible: Themes and Timelines | Michael Armour | College Press Publishing | 9780899008592 |
| A Newcomer’s Guide to the Bible – Personal Workbook | Michael Armour | College Press Publishing | 9780899009018 |
Homiletics I - Dr. Collings
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Biblical Preaching: The Development and Delivery of Expository Messages (4th edition) | Haddon W. Robinson | Baker Publishing Group | 9781540967916 |
Intro to Bible Languages - Mr. Cole
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Greek for Life: Strategies for Learning, Retaining, and Reviving New Testament Greek | Benjamin L. Merkle & Robert L. Plummer | Baker Publishing Group | 9780801093203 |
Introduction to Worship Types - Mr. Robinson
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| The Worship Maze: Finding a Style to Fit Your Church | Paul Basden | InterVarsity Press | 9780830822041 |
| Generations of Praise: The History of Worship | Bruce Shields and David Butzu | College Press Publishing | 9780899009414 |
Major Prophets: Isaiah - Mr. Bowyer
These three books are required, but they are quite expensive. The professor has given links to download them for free.
| Title | Author | ISBN | Download link |
| Isaiah Vol. 1 | Paul T. Butler | 9780899000206 | https://www.abarc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Isaiah-Vol-1.pdf |
| Isaiah Vol 2 | Paul T. Butler | 9780899000206 | https://www.abarc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Isaiah-Vol-2.pdf |
| Isaiah Vol 3 | Paul T. Butler | 9780899000220 | https://www.abarc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Isaiah-Vol-3.pdf |
Marriage and Family Counseling - Mrs. Badami
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| The Quick-Reference Guide to Marriage and Family Counseling | Dr. Tim Clinton & Dr. John Trent | Baker Publishing Group | 9780801072246 |
New Testament Prophecy: Revelation - Mr. Sullivan
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Behold the Throne: A Journey Through the Book of Revelation | Jason Cole | Independent | 9798273132078 |
| Revelation and the End of All Things | Craig R. Koester | William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company | 9780802875785 |
Paul's Letter to Rome - Mr. Sullivan
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Romans: A Verse by Verse Study and Commentary | Jason Cole | Independent | 9781700337184 |
| Romans: A Critical and Exigetical Commentary | Gareth Reese | Scripture Exposition Books LLC | 9780971765207 |
Personal Evangelism - Mr. Wade Allen
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions | Gregory Koukl | Zondervan | 9780310101468 |
| Gospel Conversations: Effectively Communicating the Good News of Jesus | Jason Cole | Independent | 9798567280089 |
Sermon on the Mount - Dr. Anderson
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Path to Productive Christian Living: as Taught by Jesus at the Sermon on the Mount | Jerry M. Paul | BookBaby | 9781631926563 |
Short Term Missions - Mr. Bowyer
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| The Essential Guide to the Short-Term Mission Trip | David C. Forward | Moody Press | 9780802425263 |
| Successful Missions Teams: A Guide for Volunteers | Martha Van Cise | New Hope Publishers | 9781563098369 |
Modules
Bible Basis of Marriage - Mr. Bjorklund
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN | Note |
| Marriage By the Book: Biblical Models for Marriage Today | Bob Russell | Standard publishing | 9780874039061 | |
| The Ink is Dry: God’s Distinctive Word on Marriage, Family, and Sexual Responsibility | Ruben Shelly | College Press Publishing | 9780899001043 | |
| The Meaning of Marriage: Facing the Complexities of Commitment withthe Wisdom of God | Timothy and Kathy Keller | Penguin | 9781594631870 | |
| What the Bible Says About Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage | Olan Hicks | College Press Publishing | 9780899002569 | This book will be provided to each student free of charge. |
Messages from the Psalms - Mr. Faull
Students will choose two of the following three books:
| Title | Author | Publisher | ISBN |
| Encountering the Book of Psalms: A Literary and Theological Introduction | Hassell C. Bullock | Baker Academic | 9780801098307 |
| Interpreting the Psalms: An Exegetical Handbook. | Mark D. Futato | Kregel Publications | 9780825427657 |
| How to Read the Psalms | Tremper Longman III | InterVarsity Press | 9781514002810 |