Why Jesus would be the BEST book club host
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What books would Jesus have on his bookshelf?
Would He reach for an epic fantasy adventure, a powerful autobiography, or a collection of poetry that stirs the soul?
And if Jesus ran a book club, what kinds of stories would spark conversation around the table?
Shani Akilah is an award-winning author, content creator and book review editor for Premier Christianity Magazine. She joined Max and Lydia to imagine what Jesus’ reading list might look like and how we could host a gathering of book lovers!
Released on 12 May 2026
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