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But he refuses to steamroll the unbeliever. His arguments are convincing and compelling.
Keller argues that there are sufficient reasons for believing Christianity – what he calls “critical rationality.” Again, he reasons gently. These reasons are soaked in Scripture and come face to face with real life. The author presents seven reasons for faith: His knows how to interact with skepticism in a winsome way – without compromise, all the while instructing Christians to do the same. Honestly, Keller’s arguments against skepticism are quite devastating. And this is what makes The Reason for God such a compelling read. Keller gently unravels each of these arguments. How Can a Loving God Send People to Hell?Ĭareful reader immediately notice that Dr. The Church is Responsible for So Much Injusticeĥ. First, seven typical arguments are presented which appear to militate against the historic Christian faith:Ĥ. He has a way of peeling off layer upon layer of unbelief. The author aims at the heart at mind of the skeptic.
I read Keller’s apologetic treatise when it first hit the shelves in 2008. One thing is for certain though – Keller’s book, The Reason for God is a terrific read.
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