Publications
Books for the Journey
Footstep Ministries Publications from David Sparks
These books have grown out of decades of travel, biblical teaching, cultural discovery, and shared worship. They carry reflections from ancient sites, churches, and conversations with travelers into the questions and experiences of everyday faith.
Some accompany particular tours. Others invite you to explore Scripture, prayer, and Christian life wherever you are. Each offers a way to continue the journey—before you travel, along the way, and after you return home.
Companions for Your Travels
Connect the places you visit with Scripture, reflection, and personal discovery.
*Registered travelers receive a tour devotional as part of the package.
Journey with Paul - Greece
Follow Paul through Greece with daily readings that connect his missionary journeys with the places you visit and the faith you live today.
Romans & the Renaissance: A Pilgrim’s Companion - Italy
Explore Paul’s letter to the Romans alongside Italy’s art, architecture, and Christian heritage. Discover how the gospel of grace finds expression in Scripture, sacred beauty, and daily life.
Pilgrims, Not Tourists - Israel
Daily reflections for travelers to the Holy Land, inviting you to consider the spiritual meaning of the journey as you explore the world of Scripture.
Revelation: Not a Puzzle but a Prayer - Turkey
30 Daily Readings with Morning and Evening Prayers
Encounter Revelation through reflection and prayer, attending to its message of worship, faithfulness, and hope in Christ.
Discover Paul’s World
Explore the experiences, convictions, and relationships behind Paul’s enduring message.
The Visions of Paul
Reflect on the visions that shaped Paul’s calling and ministry, discovering how they invite us to see Christ more clearly and follow him more closely.
Paul: Core Convictions
Daily reflections on the convictions at the heart of Paul’s message and ministry—and what they mean for following Christ today.
Paul: Essential Facts — Reflections on His Life, Letters, and Legacy
Meet Paul as a missionary, theologian, and pastor. Explore the life, letters, and legacy that continue to challenge and encourage the Church.
The Lost Journal of Paul
An imagined journal tracing Paul’s journey from persecutor to martyr, inviting you into the human story behind his extraordinary calling.
Daily Insights from the Pen of Paul
Readings for Daily Reflection
Drawing on years of study and teaching in the places Paul knew, this series connects his letters with the joys, struggles, and responsibilities of Christian life. Read a little each day, pause over Scripture, and consider its invitation for your own life.
I Corinthians — 31 Readings:
Love, unity, and life together in Christ.
Ephesians — 30 Readings:
Grace, belonging, and the life of the Church.
Philippians — 31 Readings:
Joy, humility, and faithful living.
Romans — 30 Readings:
Faith, grace, and God’s transforming mercy.
I & II Thessalonians — 30 Readings:
Hope, perseverance, and Christ’s return.
The Timeless Tendrils Series
From ancient creeds to everyday meals, these books explore how Christian faith takes root in our beliefs, relationships, worship, and daily habits.
Rooted in Truth: The Apostles’ Teaching in the Ancient Creeds
Discover how the ancient creeds preserve the apostles’ witness and help us understand, confess, and live our faith today.
The Sacred in the Ordinary: Experiencing Grace Through Everyday Moments
Learn to recognize God’s presence in the simple and tangible experiences through which we receive and share his grace.
The Prayer That Transforms: Encountering God in the Lord’s Prayer
Reflect on the prayer Jesus taught and discover how its words shape our desires, relationships, and life with God.
Fellowship at the Table: Holy Moments in Shared Meals
Explore the connections among food, hospitality, community, and faith—and the opportunities for grace when we gather around a table.