What’s in My Book Basket {Fall 2025}
I haven’t been able to read nearly as much as I would like to due to my recent injuries and illnesses—and also because the manuscript for my next book is due next week and I’m trying to finish it up by typing with my one good hand. (Prayers appreciated!) However, here are some books that are in my book basket that I’ve already read or that are waiting for me to finish up when I am on the mend. Grab one at one of the links below and head out to a sunny autumn spot to read and learn. Happy fall!
NOTE: Know that in featuring these books here, I am not saying that I endorse everything written within them, nor all the theological or political views of the authors. I just think they are books that are worth reading, either because they are helpful, entertaining, or thought-provoking.
Breath as Prayer by Jennifer Tucker
I was given this book by my Lifeway family when I recently sustained a slip-and-fall accident in Barcelona. Their care package was creative (a protective cover for my sling when I’m in the shower and a long tool to scratch inside my sling when I can’t reach the itch! So clever!) and this was the highlight—a practical and intriguing book on prayer. Who couldn’t use more encouragement to make talking to God a priority?
Click here to purchase: Breath as Prayer by Jennifer Tucker
The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions by Arthur Bennett
This little book was given to me by a conference attendee once when I was in charge of their speaker evaluation group. It is a book of Puritan prayers that were written much like the King James version of the Bible, with Old English, poetic language. I love reading them slowly, savoring each one, and I’m always challenged by each entry.
Click here to grab your copy: The Valley of Vision by Arthur Bennett
Yes, you’re seeing that right, this book was in my Summer 2025 book basket, and it’s still in my fall book basket because I wasn’t able to finish it due to my accident. I’m always looking for new books that talk about ancient spiritual practices still be relevant to us in our current culture. This book is such a fabulous example that it’s worth mentioning twice. The author is new to me, but so far I’m enjoying his insights into practices that will help us in our walk with Christ today.
To purchase, click here: Rest & War by Ben Stuart
I’m always so thrilled when my friend Kat Armstrong releases a new Bible study, and this one is SO good! If you’re in a dry season in life and feel like you’re living in a desert, the refreshment on its pages will be just what you are looking for. In the Deserts Bible study, you will explore:
The Deserts of Ministry, Matthew 14,15: where Jesus feeds the multitudes
The Desert of Shur & Beersheba, Genesis 16,21: where Hagar names God
The Desert of Dothan, Genesis 37,50: where Joseph gets thrown in a pit
The Desert of Sinai, Numbers 11, 14: where the Israelites wander in the wildernes,
The Desert of Judea, Matthew 4: where Jesus is tested
To buy your own copy, click here: Deserts by Kat Armstrong
The Bedtime Family Devotional by Ruth and Patrick Schwenk
This book is by one of my best friends and her late husband, Ruth and Pat Schwenk. A delightful devotional you’ll love reading to your children or grandchildren. Make it part of your bedtime routine. It isn’t just a fun nighttime ritual, you will be training your children to seek biblical wisdom each day. To buy, click here: The Bedtime Family Devotional by Ruth and Patrick Schwenk
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