2026 Christmas Gift Guide
2026 Christmas Gift Guide
October 2026 New Releases
New Books and Bibles
Below is a list of the new and notable resources releasing this month from Crossway. Titles include Finally Home by Dane Ortlund and the ESV Symphony of Scripture, Gospel of John.
Finally Home: The Christian Hope of Heaven
In Finally Home, Dane Ortlund plunges into the word of God and the wisdom of the saints to help us rightly think about heaven, and to draw strength from our coming future more deeply than we ever have before. Writing with the same pastoral warmth and enchanting prose that mark his well-loved books Gentle and Lowly and Deeper, Ortlund speaks directly to the heart, providing insights into what our eternity with Jesus will be like. Finally Home is a timely invitation to lift our focus from the turmoil of our broken world to the wondrous surprises of our eternal home, where the Lord Jesus Christ himself will wipe away every tear from our eyes (Rev. 21:1–5).
“Dane Ortlund’s book has swept my heart up and away to the vestibule of heaven. He is saying things I’ve never heard before and has given me so much to ask God about. Plus, his writing is so gentle and poetic, and each page urges me to turn to the next.”
—Joni Eareckson Tada, Founder and CEO, Joni and Friends International Disability Center
Finally Home Study Guide
This set includes a copy of the book and the companion study guide, featuring discussion questions organized into 9 lessons, each covering 2 chapters from the book. Ideal for small groups and individuals, these Finally Home resources help readers further meditate on heaven as our ultimate relief and consolation.
“Some books about heaven explain; others intrigue. Rare is the book that induces a hunger for heaven—a real readiness to go home. Dane has given us such a book. In Finally Home, we have been gifted a book about heaven with writing worthy of its subject matter: beautiful poetry in prose, captivating and soul-stirring imagery, and pastoral warmth in application. It is truly my pleasure to commend this book to you.”
—Sean DeMars, Pastor, Glory Community Church; host, Room for Nuance podcast
Beholding Christ
Drawing upon Guthrie’s years of experience as a Bible teacher and her passion for seeing Christ in all the scriptures, each day’s reading begins with a statement about Christ that arises from the text, though it may not be immediately on the surface. In the reading introduction, she explains unfamiliar characters, events, and cultural realities; draws out biblical-theological themes; and emphasizes how the chapters fit into the bigger story of redemptive history. She then lists key words and ideas to look for as you read, as well as encouragement in how to respond in prayer, personal examination, meditation, and worship.
“I love Nancy Guthrie’s passionate desire to stretch ordinary Christians in our Bible reading, to help us develop and grow our understanding, and to deepen our devotion to Christ. This extensive collection of Bible studies is full of accessible wisdom and nourishing insight. It will bless many.”
—Christopher Ash, Writer in Residence, Tyndale House, Cambridge; author, The Psalms: A Christ-Centered Commentary
ESV Beholding Christ Bible: Seeing Jesus in All of Scripture with Nancy Guthrie
Each book of the Bible is a chance to encounter Christ, and every day of the year is an opportunity to seek him more deeply. In this edition of the ESV Bible, 365 instructive readings from Nancy Guthrie are interspersed throughout the full Bible text, providing insight on how the passage uniquely reveals the person and work of Christ.
The ESV Beholding Christ Bible will help you read through the Bible in its entirety with a better understanding of what you’re reading and a greater focus on how it reveals the beauty, necessity, and sufficiency of Christ.
“Nancy Guthrie’s ‘brand’ is helping people see Christ in all of Scripture. Having done this in several books, she now offers an astonishing vista of the whole Bible. I can’t wait to have my own copy!”
—Michael Horton, J. Gresham Machen Professor of Systematic Theology and Apologetics, Westminster Seminary California; author, Calvin on the Christian Life
Church History for Everyone: The Story of Christianity from the Fall of Jerusalem to the Dawn of the Reformation (Volume 1)
In Church History for Everyone, Kevin DeYoung examines the development of the church from AD 70 to 1415 through the lives of key figures—including world leaders, theologians, martyrs, and the early monks—and their historical moments, connecting the dots with what came before and after while also highlighting the tensions that endure today. Join bishops as they assemble at the Council of Nicaea in AD 325. Learn how bold Christ followers, including Perpetua and Felicity, endured grisly persecution during the Roman Empire. Follow the ascetic abbot Bernard of Clairvaux as he preaches the gospel during the Crusades. DeYoung explores these and other extraordinary and significant events through captivating storytelling supported by rigorous research. His insights will help you think through important questions and appreciate the lives of our forebears in the faith. More than a collection of biographies, these momentous stories testify to God’s prevailing goodness yesterday, today, and forever. Volume 2 will cover Reformation history to modern church history (1415–present).
“What a delight to see this fresh approach to writing church history—namely, through the medium of both biographical and intellectual history. All too frequently, in narrations of the history of Christian ideas and institutions and movements, the utterly vital place that people (with all their strengths and faults) play in the history of Christianity is either glossed over or not highlighted as it should be. After all, it is people for whom our Lord died. A gem of a church history—highly recommended—and I cannot wait for volume 2.”
—Michael A. G. Azad Haykin, Professor of Church History and Biblical Spirituality, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
ESV Symphony of Scripture, Gospel of John
The Symphony of Scripture presents the words and work of our Savior in a rich new way. Listen to the complete ESV Gospel of John, narrated by the late Jubilant Sykes and accompanied by an immersive orchestral score created specifically to complement the biblical text.
The score, composed by Grant Fonda and performed by a live orchestra of more than 200 musicians, is woven with Sykes’s masterful narration and immersive sound design to draw listeners more deeply into the drama and beauty of Scripture. Designed to help readers easily follow along with the audio, this behind-the-scenes print edition features the full text of John, along with notes from acclaimed composer Grant Fonda detailing how the music was crafted to illuminate the text.
ESV Heirloom Bible, Scriptura Sacra, 25th Anniversary Edition
The ESV Heirloom Bible, Scriptura Sacra combines elegance with practical study features. Its compact, portable size and accessible set of cross-references in the margins make it easy to study Scripture wherever you go.
Created with the highest-quality materials available, the ESV Heirloom Bible, Scriptura Sacra is printed and bound with superior craftsmanship by Royal Jongbloed in the Netherlands. Each Bible features high-quality European Bible paper, elegant art gilding, 3 ribbon markers, single-column formatting, and an extra-smooth smyth-sewn binding. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the ESV translation, this commemorative edition features distinctive packaging and decorative anniversary seals.
Immanuel: The Story of Jesus, God with Us
Immanuel beautifully illustrates the reality and meaning of “God with us.” This reverent work features 50 dramatic illustrations and 4 paintings that depict the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Each detailed illustration is accompanied by a short passage from the Gospels and a brief devotion from bestselling author Paul David Tripp, offering a meditative glimpse into the life of Christ.
Thoroughly researched from the best available sources, each scene provides a detailed recreation of the events of Jesus’s life as recorded in the Bible. The result is an authenticity and attention to detail unequaled in modern religious art. A rare and beautiful book to be treasured for generations, Immanuel offers unforgettable insight into the meaning of “God with us” as revealed in Jesus Christ.
10 Questions About Growing in Christ
Everyone has questions about religion, but when you’re young, finding the answers can be difficult. Some books are too complex and others don’t dive deeply enough into the faith topics that matter most to kids and younger teens. So where can young readers go to grow in their understanding of God and his word?
Each 10 Questions book presents 10 vital questions about one important topic, exploring each question in 3 short devotions. Kids can work through the 30 readings in any order they choose. Written to be read alone or with family, 10 Questions About Growing in Christ is the perfect way for middle-grade readers to start or end each day reflecting on the things of God.
“10 Questions About Growing in Christ is a practical, biblically grounded devotional designed to help tweens develop spiritual habits such as prayer, Bible reading, and involvement in their local church. Osborne draws on his experience as a father by using real-life examples to clarify complex theological ideas. This book is a valuable resource for parents and youth leaders dedicated to discipling and raising future leaders.”
—Amanda T. Walker, Director of Christian Formation, College of the Ozarks; mother of tweens
The Biggest Story Curriculum, Christmas Lessons
The Biggest Story Curriculum, Christmas Lessons explores God’s announcement to Mary, the journey to Bethlehem and Jesus’s birth, the angels appearing to the shepherds, and the visit from the wise men. Each lesson features a flexible, easy-to-use teaching plan, discussion questions, and a memory verse, as well as simple craft and activity options for each age group. Whether you use these lessons alone or as part of the complete Biggest Story Curriculum, they are a great way to celebrate Christmas with your children’s ministry or Sunday school group.
“Is there any greater joy—or responsibility—than sharing the gospel with children and guiding them through the biblical narrative? Toward that all-important end, The Biggest Story Curriculum is sure to serve as a wonderful resource for parents and churches. Through this collection of thought-provoking lessons with beautiful artwork, engaging activities, and digital supplements, little ones will be led to delight in the wonder of Scripture’s narrative and to embrace the gospel’s life-changing truth.”
—Jim Daly, President, Focus on the Family
I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist
With conviction and clear thinking, Turek and Geisler guide readers through some of the traditional, tested arguments for the existence of a creator God. They move into an examination of the source of morality and the reliability of the New Testament accounts concerning Jesus. The final section of the book deals with a detailed investigation of the claims of Christ. This updated volume with fresh arguments will be an interesting read for those skeptical about Christianity, as well as a helpful resource for Christians seeking to articulate a more sophisticated defense of their faith.
“In a time of spiritual curiosity and anxiety, we need resources that clearly explain the rational basis for the Christian faith. For countless readers over many years, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist has been a powerful force to this end. This updated edition will now serve a whole new generation of readers, reminding seekers and believers alike that Christianity really does outperform its rivals at explaining reality.”
—Gavin Ortlund, President, Truth Unites; Theologian in Residence, Immanuel Nashville, Tennessee; Visiting Professor of Historical Theology, Phoenix Seminary