Here’s a list of books that we have enjoyed reading and are from some of our favorite authors. These make good reading and Christmas gift ideas for like-minded individuals. (If you utilize these links, we will make a small amount of commission and the books will still be the same cost for you.)

Religious

ESV Thinline Bible, Red Letter – https://amzn.to/4ebTv6h

The Bible is the most important book in this list. It is our guide for daily living and provides us with tools for interacting with the world around us. The ESV translation is a great version that went back to the original manuscripts in order to provide a readable version with modern English that conveys the original authors accurately.

The Author of Creation: Did God Reveal His Identity in the Laws of Nature? – Dr Doug Corrigan – https://amzn.to/4edwD6j

Dr Corrigan is a brilliant guy who studies the natural world around us and it in sees evidence of God in the design of every living thing and even in the laws of nature. His books are easy to digest even without advanced degrees.

The Author of Light: Did God Reveal His Identity in the Physics of Light? – Dr Doug Corrigan – https://amzn.to/3AmbjxP

Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers – Dane Ortlund – https://amzn.to/3UA3xHs

This book is great in that it shows that despite our sin, Jesus is approachable for those who are repentant. It is a study in who God is as Jesus for “fickle sinners”.

Humility (Essential Christian Classics) – Andrew Murray – https://amzn.to/3NTfyEc

This book shows us how humility should be at the center of every Christian’s life as we strive to become more like Jesus.

Every Moment Holy, Volume I – Douglas Kaine McKelvey – https://amzn.to/3YOtlkn

This book is helpful to provide meditative thoughts even in the most mundane of tasks. There are prayers for all times of day, setting up a Christmas tree, before consuming media, for missing someone, and even the changing of diapers. This book really does give you something to help focus your thoughts on what and who matters throughout all of life. These pocket editions are beautiful and look great even out on a coffee table.

Every Moment Holy, Volume II (Hardcover): Death, Grief, & Hope – Douglas Kaine McKelvey – https://amzn.to/3UQdpgm

This book is a continuation in making every moment Holy.

It gives more focused thoughts on death, grieving, and hope for the future.

These pocket editions are beautiful and look great even out on a coffee table.

Every Moment Holy, Volume III (Hardcover): The Work of the People – Douglas Kaine McKelvey –https://amzn.to/4fsG3MI

This is the third volume in this series. It is focused on daily tasks and work throughout life.

These pocket editions are beautiful and look great even out on a coffee table.

Homesteading & Food

The Marvelous Pigness of Pigs: Respecting and Caring for All God’s Creation – Joel Salatin – https://amzn.to/3CawovP

What can I say about Joel Salatin that hasn’t been said? He has a great love for nature, God, and raising healthy animals on healthy land to make great food. This and the following books are a great view into that.

Folks, This Ain’t Normal: A Farmer’s Advice for Happier Hens, Healthier People, and a Better World – Joel Salatin – https://amzn.to/3ClB9lX

Everything I Want To Do Is Illegal: War Stories from the Local Food Front – Joel Salatin – https://amzn.to/40BIKat

Homestead Tsunami: Good for Country, Critters, and Kids – Joel Salatin – https://amzn.to/40PgBNh

Polyface Micro: Success with Livestock on a Homestead Scale – Joel Salatin – https://amzn.to/3UCmk4O

This “how to do livestock” in less scale, is a great venture into what you can and can’t do on your homestead. If you’re looking at homesteading and keeping animals of any kind, read this first! There’s so much good information including what animals need partners for optimal happiness.

The Rooted Life: Cultivating Health and Wholeness Through Growing Your Own Food  – Justin Rhodes – https://amzn.to/48Aq5xB

In this book, Justin delves into homestead level gardening and health through your healthy plants. Worth a read to see how they went from “normal” to growing a significant amount of food!

Old-Fashioned on Purpose: Cultivating a Slower, More Joyful Life – Jill Winger – https://amzn.to/4f7vUVJ

This book just gets at the lifestyle that we wish to cultivate around here. A slow, purpose filled life that still accomplishes tasks, while focusing on what matters in life and that is interacting with those around you. This really is a recipe for more joy.

Natural Homestead: 40+ Recipes for Natural Critters & Crops – Jill Winger – https://amzn.to/3Ce2lmU

Everything Worth Preserving: The Complete Guide for Food Preservation at Home – Melissa K. Norris – https://amzn.to/3Cbsenj

The book on home food preservation. If you only have 1 book on food preservation this is it. Melissa goes into the why and how on food preservation to ensure safe, deliciousness in all seasons, allowing you to stretch your harvest.

Hand Made: The Modern Woman’s Guide to Made-from-Scratch Living – Melissa K. Norris – https://amzn.to/3NUfWCc

Simple Farmhouse Life: DIY Projects for the All-Natural, Handmade Home – Lisa Bass – https://amzn.to/3UABk3m

Daily Sourdough: Healthy Recipes for Every Meal – Lisa Bass – https://amzn.to/48xL7ge

Lisa Bass’ sourdough recipes are amazing. There is one for almost everything you could possibly think of. This is a compilation of those recipes organized so that you can easily find recipes for any meal that you would want to use your sourdough with.

Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ: Every Day Is a Good Day: A Cookbook – Rodney Scott – https://amzn.to/3AtQpg9

BBQ!! Anyone that knows me, knows that I LOVE BBQ. Rodney Scott has written a gem here. It is a nicely written book with drool worthy photos, accompanied by absolutely mind-blowing recipes. A must have for any BBQ enthusiast!

Herbs & Oils

How Do Essential Oils Work?: Keeping it Simple – Dr Doug Corrigan – https://amzn.to/40vHci8

The Homesteader’s Herbal Companion: The Ultimate Guide to Growing, Preserving, and Using Herbs – Amy K. Fewell – https://amzn.to/3AyO7fG

Financial

The Financial Peace Planner: A Step-by-Step Guide to Restoring Your Family’s Financial Health – Dave Ramsey – https://amzn.to/3UTSb1l

The Total Money Makeover Updated and Expanded: A Proven Plan for Financial Peace – Dave Ramsey – https://amzn.to/48B0g0m

Thou Shall Prosper: Ten Commandments for Making Money – Rabbi Daniel Lapin – https://amzn.to/3CazMa1

Life

Halftime: Moving from Success to Significance – Bob P. Buford – https://amzn.to/40tntzp

12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos – Jordan B. Peterson – https://amzn.to/3YBhvdc

Beyond Order: 12 More Rules for Life – Jordan B. Peterson – https://amzn.to/4fwFLUN

The Way I Heard It – Mike Rowe – https://amzn.to/3UCJ8BH