In this post, I want to recommend what I consider to be good Christian books. I am doing this for the modern reader, so the list is weighted towards modern titles and away from historic works which are useful in a different way. Apologetics / introduction to Christianity C. S. Lewis, Mere Christianity. C. S. Lewis, Screwtape Letters. Tim Keller, Reason for God Prayer John White, Pray-ers in the Bible More in-depth theology J. I. Packer, Knowing God Church History A. McGrath, Introduction to Christian History Nick Needham, 2000 Years of Christ's Power (Five Volumes) Chadwick, The Early Church Preaching Donald Coggan, Stewards of Grace Stott, I believe in preaching