Book Recommendations

Autobiography
Confessions by Augustine
Augustine is arguably the most influential theologian of all time, and this is almost certainly one of the best books ever written. Yes, I realize this is quite the endorsement.
Sociology
iGen:Why Today's Super-Connected Kids Are Growing Up Less Rebellious, More Tolerant, Less Happy--and Completely Unprepared for Adulthood--and What That Means for the Rest of Us by Jean Twenge
Twenge does excellent and fascinating research on iGen/Gen Z
The Triumph of the City by Edward Glaeser
Why Cities Matter: To God, the Culture, and the Church by Stephem T. Um and Justin Buzzard
Theology
The Westminster Confession of Faith and Larger and Shorter Catechisms
These have been a tremendous resource for the church since 1643. They summarize what my denomination believes.
Christianity and Liberalism by J. Gresham Machen
This is a classic about the rise of liberal Christianity in the 19th and 20th century. It’s just as relevant today as ever.
The Wonderful Works of God by Herman Bavinck
Leadership
Good to Great by Jim Collins
Collins draws principles from research on successful leaders and companies.
How the Mighty Fall by Jim Collins
Great by Choice by Jim Collins
Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel Pink
To Sell Is Human by Daniel Pink
Work Rules! By Lazlo Bock
Relationships
The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller and Kathy Keller
Marriage Matters by Winston T. Smith
Church History
Seeking a Better Country by D.G. Hart and John R. Muether
A good read on the history of American Presbyterianism.
Ecclesiology
On Being Presbyterian by Sean Michael Lucas
Canon
Taking God at His Word by Kevin Deyoung
Canon Revisited by Michale Kruger
A bit more academic than Kevin Deyoung’s book, but still readable if you want to go deeper.
Resources for Bible Reading
ESV Study Bible – available in print or online
How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart
The Unfolding Mystery: Discovering Christ in the Old Testament by Edmond Clowney
Prayers
Piercing Heaven: Prayers of the Puritans
Want to grow your prayer life? This can be a great aid!
The Valley of Vision