Authors and Books Which Have Encouraged Jars
"Tales of broken souls and eternities been won"


Several authors have influenced Jars' unique lyrical expression as well as opened their minds to new ideas in ministry.

John Fischer:   John writes a monthly column in CCM Magazine, "Consider This," and has authored several challenging books about the Christian spirit including:  On a Hill Too Far Away, Be Thou My Vision. Visit John's website: http://www.fischtank.com/

John Piper:   Future Grace
Dan Haseltine:  "So often I think I have to do something to earn my Christianity. In this book, I'm learning about God's grace and mercy."

Max Lucado:  No Wonder They Call Him Savior
Steve Mason: "Lucado puts a unique twist on things that we've all heard before about our faith. I'm excited and challenged by his fresh perspective."

Brennan Manning:  The Ragamuffin Gospel , Abba's Child, The Signature of Jesus

Jerry Bridges:  Transforming Grace
Charlie Lowell: This book has given me a better understanding of grace. And Bridges really challenges me to extend God's grace to others."

Frederick Buechner:  Now and Then
Matt Odmark:  "Buechner says, 'We'll find out eventually that all moments are key moments.' I can't agree more. The 'little insignificant moments' are sometimes the most important times in my Christian life."

Steve Turner:  Hungry for Heaven: Rock and Roll and the Search for Redemption

Death by Child Abuse:  The Story of Ursula Sunshine
Dan Haseltine: "The book really opened my eyes to the shocking reality of child abuse."

Brent Curtis and John Eldredge:  The Sacred Romance
Dan Haseltine: It's about drawing closer to the heart of God.

Robert H. Bork:  Slouching Towards Gomorrah