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Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't

The Beauty of Christian Theism

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Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't

By: Gavin Ortlund
Narrated by: Al Kessel
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It has never been more important to articulate the wonder and enchantment of the Christian message. Yet the traditional approaches of apologetics are often outmoded in an age of profound disenchantment and distraction, unable to meet this pressing need.

This winsome apologetics book for a new generation makes the case that Christianity offers a compelling explanatory framework for making sense of our world. Pastor and writer Gavin Ortlund believes it is essential to appeal not only to the mind but also to the heart and the imagination as we articulate the beauty of the gospel.

Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't reimagines four classical theistic arguments - cosmological, teleological, moral, and Christological - making a cumulative case for God as the best framework for understanding the storied nature of reality. The book suggests that Christian theism can explain such things as the elegance of math, the beauty of music, and the value of love. It is suitable for use in classes yet accessibly written, making it a perfect resource for churches and small groups.

©2021 Gavin Ortlund (P)2021 eChristian Christianity
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Gavin Ortlund has such a gracious, balanced, and thoughtful approach to matters of science, philosophy, and theology. I love his amiable and cordial discussions on his YouTube channel, and here he is no different. In this book Ortlund offers a winsome discussion on the beauty of Christian Theism as opposed to the alternatives, and I found his conclusions compelling and moving. His unpacking and reflections on Dostoevsky, Sartre, and Nietzsche were particularly insightful, along with his contention on the historical validity of the resurrection of Jesus of Nazareth. Overall, well worth the read.

Perhaps the best book on apologetics I have read

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The narrator didn't do it for me but the author is fantastic. Push through the voice for a very satisfying and interesting journey. Recommended.

Excellent overview of the philosophical strengths of the Christian faith.

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