See the publications page to see our writings

(1)–Beginning (2)–Intermediate (3)–Advanced (Let us know if any of the links are broken)

Remember, as with anything, "recommendation" doesn't necessarily mean full agreement. Most recommendations below are items that are good for intellectual/theological engagement, and will aid in growth, though they will inevitably include things we disagree with.

Bibles

  • English Standard Version (ESV)- This is a readable and reliable translation of the Bible from the Greek and Hebrew. This is the version Daniel uses for all his study, preaching, teaching, and reading.

  • New American Standard Bible (NASB)- This is an accurate translation of the Bible, used widely, especially amongst conservative Christians. This is the version Drew uses for his study, preaching, teaching and reading

  • King James Version (KJV; also called Authorized Version, or AV)- This translation of the Bible remains one of the most used English translations in the world, and has a certain majesty about it. It can be difficult to understand, but with practice most difficulties go away. It is also accurate. You can also take a look at the modernized version of this translation, the NKJV (New KJV)

  • (We do not recommend the NIV, The Message, the Amplified Bible, and many others. It is not that these are altogether bad, but that much more reliable/accurate translations are available for the same cost. The (H)CSB is one that we considered adding to our list of recommendations, but there are certain quirky aspects that make it cumbersome in corporate settings, and God designed the Bible to read with others.)

Books

  • Christian Classics Ethereal Library (CCEL)- This is a website including tons of Christian books from all eras. I regularly use it. Their books can be read for free (usually) in PDF or online, and often purchased for a couple bucks on Amazon. I'll list it under "websites" as well, without this long statement.

  • Monergism- This site has many books, as well as other materials, all within the Reformed tradition. In some ways its more limited than the website above, in some ways it has more materials (because it includes mp3's, etc.). This will also be listed below in the websites section.

  • Reformed Reader- Library of Reformed Baptist documents, including books and confessions. Use the "documents" and "library" tabs at the top. There's also a helpful "International Church Directory" on the side that provides information on (often) Reformed Baptist churches across the world. Also listed in websites section.

  • Books at a Glance- This website provides summaries, reviews, interviews, and blog posts on good books as they come out. They also keep an updated list of the various articles associated with the current Trinity debate regarding the unbiblical notion of the eternal submission of the Son to the Father.

Booksellers/Publishers

Reformed Baptist Academic Press Title says it all

Solid Ground Christian Books Reformed Baptist literature

WTS Books Book Store of Westminster Theological Seminary. Proceeds go toward easing costs. Unfortunately the shipping costs usually dissuade me from purchasing from them.

Amazon Remember to link your account to "Smile" which donates some of your money to charity. I have mine set to the International Mission Board, but there are many others.

CBD Reformed Christian Book Distributers' site dedicated to Reformed literature

Reformation Heritage Books Reformed literature of all types. My go to website for most books since, even with shipping, they are usually cheaper than Amazon.

Reformation Trust Publishing arm of Ligonier Ministries

P & R Reformed literature of all types

Banner of Truth Mostly dedicated to republishing the works of the Puritans, but includes modern works as well

Christian Focus Publications Evangelical (usually Reformed) publisher of practical, theological, and historical works.

Crossway Evangelical publisher, often with a bent toward Reformed literature

LifeWay Bookstore of the Southern Baptist Convention; usually a mixed bag between good literature and horrible (be cautious)

Eerdmans Protestant, usually academic, literature

Zondervan Evangelical publisher, sometimes great and sometimes not-so-great literature (be cautious)

InterVarsity Press (IVP) Evangelical (usually academic) publisher. Sometimes great books, often not-so-great (be cautious).

Theological Training

(1) Ligonier Ministries (Ligonier) Their motto is, "Bridging the gap between Sunday School and Seminary." They offer introductory lectures and courses on a wide range of topics. This ministry did the most to shape my thinking prior to college/seminary, and even through my seminary education. They have a site dedicated specifically to going through courses called Ligonier Connect.

(1) Biblical Training This is a ministry that gathers actual seminary courses' audio and provides them for free. You may also set up one of their paid certificate programs that take you through a sequence of directed study.

(1-3) London Reformed Baptist Seminary I didn't really know how to categorize this one. It is a ministry of the Metropolitan Tabernacle, and could thus be seen as a continuation of Spurgeon's Pastor's College. It is cheap (30£, free for full-time ministers), and results in a Diploma in Theology and Pastoral Ministries. They say that prior education is not required, but most students are graduates. It is only for those looking at pastoral ministry, and thus only open to men.

(1-3) The North American Reformed Seminary This is perhaps the coolest thing that I've seen in some time. They are not accredited, but they offer degrees from Associate's to Th.D. utilizing directed study and online materials. They will send you to websites containing lectures, and they require you to have a pastor (or someone with a Master's or above) mentor you and check your assignments. While it is not accredited, it is affiliated with the ARTS (Association of Reformed Theological Seminaries). I'm not sure how it would work if you tried to continue your education somewhere else, though perhaps many seminaries would accept your lower level degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) from here. I am a Mentor for this school, so I can supervise independent learners at the ATS, BTS, B.Div., MTS, and M.Div. levels.

(1-3) Founders Study Center This is similar to Ligonier, except that it is explicitly Baptist and often Reformed Baptist. It is a ministry operating within the Southern Baptist Convention. I list it as 1–3 because you are also able to receive credit for these courses through either SBTS or SEBTS (see below).

(2) Boyce College Undergrad school of The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. (Certificates through Bachelor's, including an honors program and an advanced program for getting M.Div. and B.A. together in 5 years)

(2) Reformation Bible College Newer school established by R.C. Sproul that offers degrees utilizing a comprehensive classical education model (Associates and Bachelor of Arts)

(3) The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (SBTS) Recognized as a world leader in theological education, the school generally represents the Calvinistic portion of the SBC (Master's through Ph.D., Boyce College, above, offers undergrad degrees). Daniel received his M.Div., ThM, and PhD here. Drew also received his ThMs and PhD here. Both continue to serve as Online Teaching Assistants for SBTS.

(3) Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (MBTS) Like the two above (Associates and Bachelor through Spurgeon College, Master's through Ph.D.)

(3) Institute of Reformed Baptist Studies (IRBS) Seminary Was once a Reformed Baptist certificate program at Westminster Seminary (California), led by renowned Reformed Baptist historical theologian, Jim Renihan, but it has now begun its own campus in north Texas. (M.Div). Daniel is an Adjunct here.

(3) Westminster Theological Seminary (WTS, Philadelphia) A world leader in theological education and heavily influential school in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church (OPC) and Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) as well as other Reformed/Presbyterian denominations (Master's through Ph.D.). This school is the "mother" to many Reformed schools in America.

(3) Westminster Seminary-California (WSC) Seminary in Escondido offering the Reformed community great scholarship and ministerial training (various Master's programs)

(3) Reformed Theological Seminary (RTS) Multi-campus seminary offering top-rate theological education to various parts of the Reformed community (Master's and D.Min)

(2) The Master's University (TMU) and (3) Seminary are institutions led by John MacArthur and thus have a biblical (though Dispensational) and preaching focus. The University has degrees in a variety of fields, while the Seminary is well geared toward training men for ministry (Undergrad through Ph.D.)

(3) Puritan and Reformed Theological Seminary (PRTS) This seminary serves the broader Reformed community from a Puritan commitment to doctrine and holiness (Certificate and Master's through Ph.D.)

(3) Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS) TEDS is another world leader in theological education from, as the name suggests, an evangelical stance. Though they are part of a university (Trinity International University), I only ever hear about the divinity school. (Master's through Ph.D.)

(3) Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary (GCTS) Respected evangelical seminary located just north of Boston (Master's through Ph.D.). Unfortunately, it's also egalitarian.

(3) Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary (CBTS) Covenant Baptist is a seminary is located at a church in Owensboro, KY. It is led by Sam Waldron, a respected Reformed Baptist Theologian, and has renowned visiting professors. Daniel has been asked to help teach a course in theological anthropology at a seminary they're helping to begin in Mexico.

Blogs/ Websites

Kosmosdale Baptist Church This is the church that I once served as an Elder. The blog tab is updated occasionally with material written by some of our members (usually Bible College/Seminary educated) and Elders.

Unto Him My brother in ministry and spiritual mentor, writing various gleanings from his personal devotion and preaching ministry. He's been known to post a poem or hymn as well.

Tabular Comparison of the WCF/SD/2LBCF- This man has put together one of the most useful tools to anyone who is concerned with the Reformed faith in English-speaking Chrisitanity. He places the three confessions side-by-side to highlight the commonalities and differences in the doctrines of these three major groups of Reformed Christians. For just the WCF and 2LBCF, click here.

Albert Mohler His web page has essays, podcasts, etc. If you don't listen to Mohler, at least on occasion, you need to.

Challies Tim Challies is the most well-known blogger in Christianity, at least in Reformed circles. Sign up for his A la Carte email each day to get a few tips on good blog posts across the internet and Kindle deals.

For His Renown This the blog site of Jim Hamilton, and it also includes chapters/papers he's written.

Denny Burk Burk offers commentary on ethical and theological issues, as well as other miscellanea. (My disposition is to always agree with him)

DeYoung, Restless, and Reformed In addition to his Monday morning humor, DeYoung gives thought on random issues in Christianity

First Things This is a web page/periodical devoted to cultural critique from intellectuals who hold to some form of historical orthodoxy (Roman, Eastern Orthodox, or Protestant)

Founders This is a ministry within the Southern Baptist Convention calling for a return to the doctrines and beliefs of the original founders of the Convention (i.e. Reformed Baptist).

WORLD This website/periodical is a news agency that operates from a Chrisitan worldview.

Christian Classic Ethereal Library (CCEL)- Website containing books from all eras that can usually be read free online or through PDF download.

Post-Reformation Digital Library (PRDL)- It is hard to overemphasize the importance of this site, which is put on by the Junius Institute. The aim of this website is to grant digital access to the whole complex of writings published in the Reformation and centuries immediately following. Not only English translations, but the original Latin, French, Italian, Dutch, etc. etc. etc., this site is crucial for any scholarship done on that era.

Monergism- Website containing ebooks, mp3's, videos, etc. that align with the Reformed tradition. These aren't always on their site (they often link to somewhere else), but it is a good resource.

Reformed Reader- Library of Reformed Baptist documents, including books and confessions. Use the "documents" and "library" tabs at the top. There's also a helpful "International Church Directory" on the side that provides information on (often) Reformed Baptist churches across the world.

Books at a Glance- Provides book reviews and in depth summaries, along with author interviews and blog posts, on a subscription basis. The website is guided by The Gospel Coalition statement of faith. I have served as their associate editor and occasional contributor in the past.

Reformed Books Online- Another online site for accessing helpful books, mostly of the early English Reformed tradition of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries.

Tyndale Bulletin- The Tyndale Fellowship, in England, is like the Evangelical Theological Society here in the U.S. This journal, then, is like JETS. All their articles from 1956 to 2014 are available on their website.

Podcasts

(1) The Briefing

(1) 5 Minutes in Church History

(1) Mortification of Spin

(1) Expositor

(1) Danvers Audio

(1) Risen Motherhood– This is a podcast that Daniel's wife has listened to and recommends dealing with bringing the gospel into life as a mother

(1) Doctrine & Devotion

(1-2) White Horse Inn

(1-2) Theology in Particular– This is a podcast put together by IRBS (see above)

(1-2) Theology on the Go

(1-2) The Sword & The Trowel

(2) Confessing Baptist- Though this podcast has discontinued, old episodes can still be listened to and benefited from. It dealt with issues specific to the Reformed Baptist community, including theological issues and Reformed Baptist events

(3) Reformed Forum- Works through various doctrines, scholarly movements, Christian living, and the works of Vos (particularly his Biblical Theology).

Military/PTSD

(1) "Going to War is Easier than Coming Home: Ministry to Combat Veterans" by Bill Gasser– A basic explanation of the deployment process, effects, and ministry needs

(1) Mighty Oaks This is a faith-based PTSD recovery organization run by combat veterans

*More items will be added to this page as I come across them or am made aware of them