Theme: Identity in Christ

1. Victory Over the Darkness – Neil T. Anderson: Helps believers understand and live out their identity in Christ, overcoming strongholds of fear, shame and condemnation.

2. Free at Last: Experiencing True Freedom Through Your Identity in Christ – Tony Evans: Biblical teaching on freedom and new identity which aligns with Thrive’s theme of spiritual transformation.

3. Becoming Who You Are: Embracing the Power of Your Identity in Christ – (Dutch Sheets originally): A practical walk through what it means to take on your God‑given identity and live it.

4. Slave: The Hidden Truth about Your Identity in Christ – John MacArthur: A deeper look at what it means to be a slave of Christ rather than a slave to self or sin—a strong theological anchor.

5. The Christ Cure: 10 Biblical Ways to Heal from Trauma, Tragedy, and PTSD: Bridges identity in Christ with healing from trauma — helpful for the crossover zone in your library.

Theme: Trauma / Emotional Healing

1. Trauma Aware: A Christian’s Guide to Providing Help and Care – Eliza Huie. Equips readers and helpers to understand trauma from a biblical‑clinical perspective. Focus on the Family Store

2. Holy Hurt: Under: standing Spiritual Trauma and the Process of Restoration – Hillary L. McBride Addresses the often‑hidden wounds of spiritual abuse and faith‑based trauma—relevant for your emotional health track.

3. Unshackled: Finding God's Freedom from Trauma – (Christianbook listing): Focuses on freedom in Christ from the effects of trauma—ties into both identity and healing.

4. Who Do You Think You Are?: A Journey to Identity, Healing, and the Name God Gave You – (author unspecified): A helpful resource for those asking “Who am I?” in the wake of painful experiences.

5. Your True Identity: How Freedom in Christ Brings Healing, Hope, and Wholeness: Though focused on identity, it clearly links identity in Christ with the aftermath of trauma and healing.

Theme: Addiction / Freedom / Recovery

1. Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life – Henry Cloud & John Townsend: A classic on personal boundaries, crucial for recovery from codependency/addiction.

2. Boundaries in Marriage – Henry Cloud & John Townsend: Applies healthy boundaries within marriage—key for many recovering relationships.

3. Safe People: How to Find Relationships That Are Good for You and Avoid Those That Aren’t – Cloud & Townsend: Helps build discerning relationships—supportive for addiction and recovery contexts.

4. Steps to Freedom in Christ – Neil T. Anderson: A group‑and‑individual resource on freedom from spiritual bondage and patterns of sin.

5. The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands – Lysa TerKeurst: While not strictly addiction‑oriented, the decision‑making and “yes/no” dynamics are very relevant for recovery and freedom.

Theme: Relationships / Emotional Abuse / Divorce / Boundaries

1. It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way: Finding Unexpected Strength When Disappointments Leave You Shattered – Lysa TerKeurst: Addresses disappointment, fear, loss—fits your emotional stress / trauma category.

2. Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man’s Soul – John Eldredge: Focused on men, identity, purpose—useful in your group setting for male participants.

3. Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman’s Soul – John & Staci Eldredge: Mirror for women–identity + healing + relationships.

4. The Sacred Romance: Drawing Closer to the Heart of God – John Eldredge: While more spiritual formation, touches on identity and relational healing.

5. Twelve Ordinary Men: How the Master Shaped His Disciples for Greatness – John MacArthur: Can be part of leadership/relational track—how men are formed in relational context.

Theme: Strategy / Spiritual War 

1. The Art of War – Sun Tzu: Used in your Thrive program metaphorically for strategic thinking, leadership, overcoming obstacles.

2. Hard to Believe: The High Cost and Infinite Value of Following Jesus – John MacArthur: Leadership, cost of discipleship—relevant for transformational growth.

3. How People Grow: What the Bible Reveals About Personal Growth – Henry Cloud & John Townsend: Strategic growth in personal formation—ties to your holistic Thrive framework.

4. Renovation of the Heart: Putting on the Character of Christ – Dallas Willard: Classical text on formation and heart‑renewal—strategy for inner life. 

5. An Identity to Die For – Paul Mallard: Short, direct on identity in Christ from a Biblical viewpoint. 

6. The Gospel According to Jesus – John MacArthur: Helps participants understand what true discipleship looks like—supports your leadership/mission track.

7. Damaged but Not Destroyed – Michael Todd: Addresses stories of trauma, brokenness, and moving forward—fits your recovery/healing context.

8. When It’s Trauma: A Biblical Guide to Understanding Trauma and the Brain‑Body Connection – Darby Strickland: For those in support roles or processing trauma themselves.

9. Identity: Discovering Who You Are in Christ: Intro‑level on identity—good for entry‑level library patrons. 

10. The Bondage Breaker: Overcoming Negative Thoughts, Irrational Feelings, and Habitual Sins – Neil T. Anderson: Strong book on freedom from bondage—relevant for addiction and emotional healing.