The Ultimate Reading Guide for Christian Women
This post: Faith-filled books for Christian women, curated for every season.
Looking for trustworthy, Christ-centered books to feed your heart and soul?
Whether you’re in a season of spiritual growth, motherhood, or simply craving quiet moments with a good read, this curated guide of books for Christian women is filled with faith-filled titles—ones that have shaped my walk with Christ, encouraged my mind, and strengthened my heart.
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Explore the Categories:
Use this guide as your personal book hub! Each category below links to its own curated list of top picks:
Devotionals & Inspirational Reads
Nourish your soul with books that lead you deeper into Scripture and a more intimate walk with Jesus.
Favorites:
30 Day Prayer Journal, Ruth Chou Simmons—beautiful, inspiring devotional reads for women
Mom Heart Moments, Sally Clarkson—my favorite devotion for moms (I read it every year)
You Are Loved, Sally Clarkson & Angela Perritt—a Bible-study style dive into living loved
View full list of devotional books for women»
Motherhood & Parenting
Biblical encouragement for moms in every season—from newborn snuggles to raising teens.
Top Picks:
Boundaries with Kids, Cloud and Townsend—the most practical parenting book ever
Loving the Little Years, Rachel Jankovic—a little book I read on repeat as a young mom
Heartfelt Discipline, Clay Clarkson—this book literally changed my parenting paradigm
The Mission of Motherhood, Sally Clarkson—buy a copy for every new mom you know
Mother and Son: the Respect Effect, Emmerson Eggeriches—boy moms, please read
Dating & Marriage
Strengthen your marriage (or future marriage) and understand godly relationships through these wisdom-filled reads.
Top Picks:
The Alpha Female’s Guide to Men and Marriage, Suzanne Venker—required reading for Type A girls
Boundaries in Dating, Cloud and Townsend—if you only read one dating book, make it this one
Boundaries in Marriage, Cloud and Townsend— emotional maturity tools for marriage
Fierce Women: the Power of a Soft Warrior, Kimberly Wagner—wish I’d read this book ten years earlier
Christian Living & Spiritual Growth
For when you need to refocus, reset, or rekindle your relationship with Christ.
Top Picks:
Growing Slow, Jennifer Dukes Lee—a raw story of embracing life’s unexpected set backs
I Guess I Haven’t Learned That Yet, Shauna Niequist—a raw and witty mindset shift
Lies Women Believe, Nancy Leigh DeMoss—convicting!
When Strivings Cease, Ruch Chou Simons—a grace-filled message for tired perfectionists
Missionary Stories & Biographies
Real-life stories of faith, courage, and calling to inspire your own walk.
Top Picks:
A Chance to Die: the Life and Legacy of Amy Carmichael, Elisabeth Elliot—read at least 1x in your life
The Jungle Pilot, Russell T. Hitt—one of my favorite missionary reads
Through Gates of Splendor, Elisabeth Elliot—every generation needs to read this timeless story
Home Education
Encouraging reads for homeschool moms that align with a faith-based, gentle approach.
Top Picks:
A Charlotte Mason Companion, Karen Andreola—a gentle introduction to CM education
Better Together, Pam Barnhill—the Morning Time rhythm simplified
Educating the Wholehearted Child, Clay and Sally Clarkson—ultimate homeschool handbook
Teaching From Rest, Sarah MacKenzie—a short but powerful read for weary homeschool moms
Health & Natural Wellness
Whole-body wellness from a biblical, natural perspective.
Top Picks:
Trust Your Intuition, Jenni Wilson—personal stories of moms who trusted their guts (including Yours Truly)
Herbal Antibiotics, Stephen Harrod Buhner—the natural mama’s handbook for natural wellness
Taking Charge of Your Fertility, Toni Weschler—every young woman needs a copy of this guide
Mindset & Personal Growth
Books for Christian women called to lead, serve, and grow with confidence.
Top Picks:
Boundaries, Cloud and Townsend—the flagship book for emotional maturity
Building a Non-Anxious Life, John Delony—must-read for every modern woman (and man)
Changes That Heal, Henry Cloud—a deep dive into growth and emotional healing
Let It Be Easy, Susie Moore—short, thoughtful reads for aligned living
Own Your Life, Sally Clarkson—a faith-driven call to spiritual maturity in a broken world
Homemaking & Recipe Books
Simple reads for meaningful homemaking, peaceful routines, and nourishing meals.
Top Picks:
Cook Once, Eat All Week, Cassie Joy Garcia—must-have menu tool for busy women
The Lifegiving Home, Sally Clarkson—seasonal traditions and reads for family-minded women
The Lifegiving Table—Sally’s second book in the “life-giving” trilogy
Magnolia Table, Joanna Gaines—one of the few recipes books I use on a regular basis
Natural Living
Grace-filled inspiration for creating a peaceful, nourishing, and toxin-free home.
Top Picks:
The Backyard Homestead, Carleen Madigan—surprising ways to “homestead” on a lot of any size
Clean and Green, Annie Berthold Bond—100+ tips for a toxin-free home
The Naturally Clean Home, Karyn Siegel Maier—super easy recipes for natural living at home
Finance & Business
Faithful stewardship and entrepreneurial reads for Christian women building income with intention.
Top Picks:
Building a StoryBrand, Donald Miller—the brand bible for meaningful marketing
Get Good with Money, Tiffany Aliche—best finance guide I’ve ever come across
The Go-Giver, Bob Burg and John David Mann—a little jewel of a business book
What If It Does Work Out?—life-giving encouragement from life coach, Susie Moore
Worthy: Boost Your Self-Worth to Grow Your Net Worth, Nancy Levin—must-read book for SAHMs with a desire to earn from home
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xo, Kristy
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