A shared set of resources for ongoing growth in Christ.
At One Family Church, discipleship happens primarily through our shared rhythms: gathering with the family on the Lord’s Day, growing in community, serving faithfully, and expanding his family by inviting people in. At the same time, we recognize that people walk through specific seasons that call for focused wisdom. The resources below are trusted, biblically grounded tools we recommend as a starting point, not a substitute for life in the church.
Parenting & Family Life
God shapes disciples most powerfully in the home. These resources help parents lead with grace, wisdom, and intentionality as they disciple their children in everyday life.
Books
Parenting: 14 Gospel Principles That Can Radically Change Your Family
Paul David Tripp
A gospel-centered approach to the task of parenting.
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Shepherding a Child’s Heart
Tedd Tripp
Biblically grounded guidance on reaching the heart of your child.
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Family Discipleship
Matt Chandler & Adam Griffin
A practical framework for leading your home through time, moments, and milestones.
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The Gospel Coalition – Parenting
Marriage & Relationships
Marriage is one of God’s primary tools for sanctification. These resources address covenant faithfulness, communication, and Christ-centered love through every season.
Books
The Meaning of Marriage
Tim Keller
A Christian vision for the purpose and beauty of marriage.
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When Sinners Say “I Do”
Dave Harvey
How the gospel transforms the realities of marriage between two sinners.
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What Did You Expect?
Paul David Tripp
Redeeming the realities of marriage through daily grace and reconciliation.
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The Gospel Coalition – Marriage
Singleness & Dating
Singleness is not a problem to solve but a season to steward faithfully. These resources help ground identity in Christ and offer wisdom for dating and relationships.
Books
7 Myths About Singleness
Sam Allberry
A Christ-centered reframing of singleness as a gift, not a waiting room.
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Not Yet Married
Marshall Segal
Practical wisdom for pursuing joy and holiness in your season of singleness.
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Single, Dating, Engaged, Married
Ben Stuart
Navigating each stage of relationships with biblical wisdom and purpose.
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The Gospel Coalition – Singleness
Anxiety, Stress & Emotional Health
Scripture speaks deeply to fear, suffering, and the inner life. These resources offer biblical wisdom while encouraging wise care and community.
Books
Seeing with New Eyes
David Powlison
A counseling framework rooted in Scripture for understanding the human condition.
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Running Scared
Edward T. Welch
How to move from fear and worry toward rest and trust in God.
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Gentle and Lowly
Dane Ortlund
An exploration of the tender heart of Christ for sinners and sufferers.
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CCEF (Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation)
The Gospel Coalition – Mental & Emotional Health
Money, Work & Stewardship
How we handle money reveals what we trust. These resources help cultivate biblical stewardship, generosity, and wisdom in work and finances.
Books
Money, Possessions, and Eternity
Randy Alcorn
A comprehensive biblical theology of money, possessions, and eternal reward.
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Redeeming Money
Paul David Tripp
How money reveals and reorients our hearts toward God’s purposes.
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Faith, Doubt & Christian Living
Following Jesus involves both conviction and formation. These resources strengthen biblical understanding and encourage steady growth in obedience.
Books
Basic Christianity
John Stott
A clear and compelling case for the foundational truths of the Christian faith.
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Women of the Word
Jen Wilkin
A practical guide for women to study the Bible with their minds and hearts.
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Suffering, Grief & Hard Seasons
God meets His people in suffering, not apart from it. These resources offer gospel-anchored hope in seasons of loss and pain.
Books
Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life Doesn’t Make Sense
Paul David Tripp
Gospel hope for when life feels impossible and nothing makes sense.
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A Grief Observed
C.S. Lewis
A raw and honest journal of grief after the death of a loved one.
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Lament for a Son
Nicholas Wolterstorff
A father’s deeply personal reflection on loss and the mystery of suffering.
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Multi-Ethnic Ministry & Biblical Unity
God’s vision for the church is one family formed from every people and culture. These resources help believers think biblically about ethnicity, culture, and unity—grounded in the gospel rather than ideology.
Books
Right Color, Wrong Culture
Bryan Loritts
Practical guidance on navigating cultural diversity in the church and workplace.
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Oneness Embraced
Tony Evans
A kingdom race theology for reconciliation, unity, and justice.
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Building a Healthy Multi-Ethnic Church
Mark DeYmaz & George Yancey
A practical vision for building a congregation that reflects the diversity of God’s kingdom.
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How Africa Shaped the Christian Mind
Thomas C. Oden
Rediscovering the African seedbed of Western Christianity.
View on AmazonImportant Note: These resources are meant to support, NOT replace, life in the church. We encourage you to engage these tools while remaining committed to gathering, growing in community, serving faithfully, and living sent. Discipleship is not a solo journey.