Confession by Tolstoy, Leo Nikolayevich (1828-1910)

In this short book, the newly-converted Tolstoy shares some of the struggles he faced during a mid-life crisis of faith. He begins by reflecting upon how neither philosophy nor religion seemed to answer any of life’s great questions.

God of All Comfort by Smith, Hannah Whitall (1832-1911)

Comfort is a word seldom associated with religious faith by those who are not Christians. Doesn’t religion make people uncomfortable with its demands? Isn’t life more comfortable when we just live the way we want? Who needs to worry about a judgmental God watching our every move? Even the word Jesus is enough to cause people to squirm in their seats.

Comfort for Christians by Pink, Arthur Walkington (1886-1952)

This short devotional book focuses on God’s promises in the New Testament, the Pauline letters especially. These promises of contentment, everlasting life, mercy, and justice empower Christians and give them hope in times of affliction.

To Be Near Unto God by Kuyper, Abraham (1837-1920)

This beloved devotional classic, which has blessed Christians for over one hundred years, contains 110 meditations on just one verse from Psalm 73: "But as for me, it is good to be near unto God." This intimate and contemplative devotional emphasizes that the reality of being near unto God must be the foundation upon which all else lies, the driving force of our very existence.

Secret of Guidance by Meyer, Frederick Brotherton (1847-1929)

Many Christians wonder whether or not God has a plan for their future. F.B. Meyer spent his life as a pastor and evangelist ministering to people all over the world about God's unfailing guidance.

Lord Teach Us To Pray by Whyte, Alexander (1836-1921)

brings together twenty-three sermons by Scottish theologian and preacher, Alexander Whyte. Divided into three parts, this collection of sermons describes the general features of prayer, certain important qualities of prayer, and a variety of examples of prayer from biblical characters.

Uniformità alla Volontà di Dio by Alphonsus de Liguori, Saint (1696-1787)

“The more one unites his will with the divine will, the greater will be his love of God,” St. Alphonsus wrote in 1755. This statement encapsulates the subject matter of his devotional treatise: the true love of God, and how believers can experience that love through growing closer to their creator.

Causes and Danger of Slighting Christ and His Gospel by Baxter, Richard (1615-1691)

Method of Grace in the Gospel Redemption by Flavel, John (1627-1691)

Flavel’s book explores salvation’s transformative effects on the heart. In the first two of the book’s five sections, Flavel describes how Christ and the Holy Spirit prepare a person to receive God’s saving grace.

Divine Cordial, or, The transcendent priviledge of those that love God and are savingly called ... by Watson, Thomas (c. 1620-1686)

Watson’s devotional answers the many who ask, “Why do bad things happen to good people?” The author meditates on this passage from Romans 8: “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” As the passage implies, Watson reminds his readers that while the godly may face harm,…