
Resources
Christians find their joy and hope in knowing God. One of the primary ways we do this is through seeking Him in the Scriptures. Here are a few helpful resources to dive deeper into God’s Word and learn how to put these truths into practice in our daily lives.
Books
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Knowing God, J.I. Packer
Stemming from Packer's profound theological knowledge, Knowing God brings together two key facets of the Christian faith―knowing about God and knowing God through a close relationship with Jesus Christ. Written in an engaging and practical tone, this thought-provoking work seeks to renew and enrich our understanding of God.
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The Meaning of Marriage
Based on the acclaimed sermon series by New York Times bestselling author Timothy Keller, this book shows everyone—Christians, skeptics, singles, longtime married couples, and those about to be engaged—the vision of what marriage should be according to the Bible.
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What Is The Gospel?
It seems like a simple question, yet it has been known to incite some heated responses, even in the church. How are we to formulate a clear, biblical understanding of the gospel? Tradition, reason, and experience all leave us ultimately disappointed. If we want answers, we must turn to the Word of God.
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The Knowledge of the Holy
This timeless gift breathes a spirit of devotion for all Christians, from those who are newly arrived to those who are committing themselves anew to Jesus Christ.
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The Voice of the Heart: A Call to Full Living
The Voice of the Heart has been handed one friend to another and has helped thousands of people begin to speak the truth of their story and to live more fully from the heart. Chip Dodd invites us to begin to know our hearts so that we better know ourselves and can live fully in relationship with others and, ultimately, with God.
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Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands
Paul David Tripp’s masterpiece on ministry will transform how you view yourself and engage with others. God radically changes people, and he offers us the opportunity―and the ability, by his power―to be involved in that change. We can live not just as grateful objects of his love but as effective instruments of his love in the lives of the people around us.
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The Jesus Storybook Bible
At the center of the Story is a baby, the child upon whom everything will depend. Every story whispers his name (Jesus). From Noah to Moses to the great King David—every story points to him. He is like the missing piece in a puzzle—the piece that makes all the other pieces fit together.
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Story Catechism
Deep within us, in the region of our soul, there is a longing to know and embrace The Love Story. This longing does not begin at a certain age or stage of development. It is within us from conception, and our soul cries out to know, understand, and simply be part of The Story.
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Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing
101 simple-yet- profound thoughts on faith. It shares profound spiritual truths from the Bible—drawing insights from creation, history, science, the writings of great thinkers and preachers and writers, and more—to turn the reader’s eyes toward the God who loves them with a Never Stopping, Never Giving Up, Unbreaking, Always and Forever Love.
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Big Truths for Young Hearts: Teaching and Learning the Greatness of God
This equips parents to guide their young children through all major doctrines in an understandable, chapter-a-day format. Sure, it's easy to teach your children the essentials of Christian theology when you're a professor. But what about the rest of us?
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Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living
This collection of essays invites you to consider the landscape of your own life, and what it might look like to leave behind the pressure to be perfect and begin the life-changing practice of being present, in the middle of the mess and the ordinariness of life.
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Side by Side: Walking with Others in Wisdom and Love
In this short book, a highly respected biblical counselor and successful author offers practical guidance for all Christians—pastors and laypeople alike—who want to develop their “helping skills” when it comes to walking alongside hurting people.
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Litergy of the Ordinary: Sacred Practices in Everyday Life
In the overlooked moments and routines of our day, we can become aware of God's presence in surprising ways. Each chapter looks at something—making the bed, brushing her teeth, losing her keys—that the author does every day. Discover the holiness of your every day.
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In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls us to Reflect His Character
Sometimes we ask What is God’s will for my life? when we should really be asking Who should I be? The Bible has an answer: Be like the very image of God. By exploring ten characteristics of who God is—holy, loving, just, good, merciful, gracious, faithful, patient, truthful, and wise—this book helps us understand who God intends for us to be.
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Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both our Hearts and our Minds
The lack of time and emotionally driven approaches can erode our resolve to study Scripture. Women of the Word has helped countless women with a clear and concise plan that transforms the heart and trains the mind.
Podcasts
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BibleProject Podcast
Explores how the bible is a unified story that leads to Jesus. Approachable and transformative, the Bible Project showcases the literary art of the Scriptures and traces key biblical themes from Genesis to Revelation.
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Doctrine and Devotion
Doctrine and Devotion is a podcast exploring Christian faith and practice from Reformed Baptist perspective marked by the fun and humor that characterize real friendship. We release two episodes a week on Monday and Thursday.
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Truth's Table
Truth’s Table, hosted by Black Christian women who love truth and seek it out wherever it leads us. We have unique perspectives on race, politics, gender, current events, and pop culture that are filtered through our Christian faith.
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The Happy Hour
A podcast that women love, hosted by Jamie Ivey. Each week she invites a girlfriend to join her and they chat about the big and little things: marriage, faith, children, parenting, sorrow, grief, joy, justice, books, what they are loving, and much more.
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That Sounds Fun
Less like a podcast and more like coffee with friends. You can expect to hear the fun stuff: new books, faith conversations, restaurants, travel stories, musicians, and any of Annie’s friends that she can wrangle around a microphone.
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Websites
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Acts 29
A diverse, global family of church-planting churches characterized by theological clarity, cultural engagement, and missional innovation.
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Covenant Theological Seminary
CTS produces capable pastors that flourish for a lifetime of ministry while the church gets the faithful leadership it deserves.
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BibleProject
BibleProject makes free resources like videos, podcasts, articles, and classes to help people experience the Bible in a way that is approachable and transformative.
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The Gospel Coalition
The Gospel Coalition supports the church by providing resources that are trusted and timely, winsome and wise, and centered on the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Serve St. Charles
Serve St. Charles helps the people and community of St. Charles. Supported by Refuge Church and other local churches, we are made possible by our wonderful volunteers.
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The New City Catechism
The New City Catechism is a modern-day resource aimed at helping children and adults alike learn the core doctrines of the Christian faith via 52 questions and answers.
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We Love St. Charles
We Love St. Charles by loving our schools, loving our neighbors, and loving our city. Services can range from painting porch steps to family assistance.
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Scott Sauls' Substack
Weekly pastoral, theological, cultural, and personal reflections from Pastor Scott Sauls, who has 30+ years experience preaching and leading seminars.
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Documents
For Members and Elders
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Fundamental Beliefs
This statement represents the beliefs of biblical and historic Christian faith. These beliefs are the glory and joy of Christ’s Church. They form the foundation for the life and hope we have.
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Membership Covenant
This is the covenant that individuals enter into when they agree to become members of Refuge Church.
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Who We Are
Who is Refuge as a local church? What are our key values? How does Refuge tie into the greater Church?
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What We Believe
How does Refuge view truth? What is the source of our truth? What are the basic beliefs of Refuge?
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What We Do
What is the leadership structure at Refuge? How are we incorporated into God’s mission?
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Consent To Shephard
This highlights the commitment of our elders to guide and shepherd the members of Refuge Church. It outlines the process that Refuge follows to promote harmony in the church.
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Spiritual Practices
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Storied Theology
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The Apostels Creed
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How To Read The Psalms
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Confession Through the 10 Commandments
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Religion V The Gospel
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Praying The Hours
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The Prayer of Examen
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The Prayer Of Lament
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Lectio Divina
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Visio Divina
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The Communal Disciplines
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Does Religion Lead To Violence?
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Fasting
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Spiritual Disciplines
Feasts of the Bible
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The Sabbath
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Passover
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Feast Of Firstfruits
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Feast Of Weeks
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Feast Of Trumpets
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Feast Of Atonement
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Feast Of Booths