Erasing Hell

By Francis Chan

Effective Stewardship: Doing What Matters Most

By Dave Stotts

Our Most Important Choice

By John Ortberg

Raising a Modern Day Joseph- A Timeless Strategy for Growing Great Kids
by Larry Fowler

www.moderndayjoseph.org

Joseph of the Old Testament was separated from his family, left alone, and treated unfairly. Still somehow his faith remained rock solid. Yet it seems that our youth are ill-equipped to face the moral vacuum in today's culture. The vital answers are found in the story of Joseph. In this book there is a biblical plan for building teens who will love and serve Jesus Christ.

*This book is highly suggested by OHC’s Children’s Ministry Staff.

Faith Begins at Home- The Family Makeover with Christ at the Center
by Mark Holmen

A book for parents that will inspire, motivate and equip them to establish their home as the primary place where faith is nurtured. This book is filled with inspirational stories and practical ideas that families can begin implementing today to bring Christ and Christ-like living into the center of their home.  This book has discussion questions at the end of each chapter which also makes it a perfect resource for family small groups.

*This book is one of the main books used in OHC’s Children’s Ministry.

Growing Compassionate Kids – Helping Kids See Beyond Their Backyard
by Jan Johnson

Open a new world of possibilities for your kids, where making a difference for others becomes a way of life! Growing Compassionate Kids illustrates practical every day ways for parents to help children develop empathy and seek justice in the world. This book helps moms and dads and grandparents learn to incorporate social outreach and mission into the often-hectic everyday realities of family life. When children see these living examples, they'll grow to be disciples of Christ and learn to consider others above self.  Questions for reflection plus personal and family devotions are included in each chapter.

Building the Christian Family You Never Had – A Practical Guide for Pioneer Parents
by Mary E. DeMuth

You’re willing to do whatever it takes to ground your children in a faith your parents never embraced. Or maybe you grew up in an outwardly religious home that lacked a foundation of Christian grace and moral values. If you’re the first generation in your family to embrace a relationship with Christ but aren’t sure how to give your children a foundation of faith, find guidance in Building the Christian Family You Never Had. This inspiring, down-to-earth guide will enable you to provide a spiritual legacy of security and strength for your children. 

*This book is suggested by OHC’s Children’s Ministry Staff.

Parental Guidance Required
by Andy Stanley

As parents, we need to do everything we can to enhance our children's relationship with us, to influence their relationships with those outside the home, and most importantly, to advance their relationship with God. Designed for use in personal study or in small groups, The Parental Guidance Required DVD and study guide are practical resources that will help parents to ask themselves the important questions: Am I economizing my time with my child, or am I investing in my child by carefully developing the quality of our relationship over the long haul? Am I striving to control the influence that friends have in my child's life? Am I nurturing a healthy, eternal perspective that will help my child to weather the inevitable storms of life? This DVD includes 4 complete sermons and six group sessions that correspond to the companion study guide.

Revolutionary Parenting:  How to Raise Spiritual Champions
by George Barna

As parents, our deepest desire is to raise children who succeed in life. This is also our greatest challenge. How can we foster traits such as honesty, compassion, and dedication in young minds? How can we raise children who will love and serve God? In this eight session DVD, there are thought provoking discussion points and helpful tips for leading a successful parenting small group. There is also a Workbook Leader’s Guide that comes with ideas for each session.