Handbook of christian apologetics by peter kreeft, 1994, intervarsity press edition, hardback in english. Voted one of christianity todays 1995 books of the year. Lewis on imagination and reason in christian apologetics part 2 of 3 full article. Wrs journal 121 february 2005 2831 1 the openness of god. Kreeft says of those arguing for gods existence, they have also believed that an effective rational argument for gods existence is an important. Moody left home at age 17 and became a shoe salesman. In the past, these research articles have been available only by purchasing them through our annual catalog. This book is dedicated to the heroic christians who understand that life is ministry and live like it. A game plan for discussing your christian convictions the case for the resurrection of jesus can we trust the gospels.
An illustrated brochure that presents gods great exchange in a clear outline with scripture passages. Chris, before we go any further in our conversations about christianity. Tacelli 1994, intervarisity press, box 1400, downers grove, il 60515 isbn. What are the nonnegotiable doctrines of the christian faith. Peter kreeft philosophy and apologetics collection 10 vols. In addition to our two monthly journals, books, tracts, article reprints, video tapes, audio tapes, and other items, apologetics press also has produced a number of research articles by different authors on a variety of topics. Handbook of christian apologetics kreeft, peter, tacelli, ronald k. Before you were born again, you did not believe that you were a sinner in need of salvation. Kreeft has written more than fifty books, including the best things in life, the journey, how to win the culture war and, with ronald tacelli, handbook of christian apologetics. Handbook of christian apologetics by peter kreeft goodreads. The christ mind, is the fruit of that awareness, the fruit of the spiritual rebirth. Professor keeft has published the definitive handbook for apologetics.
May you continue to represent jesus in a way that pleases him and blesses all his creation. Buy handbook of christian apologetics by peter kreeft, ronald k. It turns out that this type of books is nothing but christians cheerleading for one another and far it be from them to actually know how how the atheist or agnostic mind is wired. For sacred scripture is the word of god inasmuch as it is consigned to writing under the inspiration of the divine spirit, while sacred tradition takes the word of god entrusted by christ the. While men of every age have mocked and attacked the bible as a whole, no single book has taken the brunt of such attacks more. Having a ma in theology from vanderbilt and been a highschool theology teacher, i have read dozens of apologetics texts, both ancient and modern. The precepts that com posed those law systems have been denigrated, vilified, and attacked. This book actually presents many of the arguments against our faith, and then proceeds to clearly refute them. A popular lecturer, he has also taught at many other colleges, seminaries and educational institutions in the eastern united states. The brochure may be used either in giving a law gospel witness or as a reinforcement tool after the evangelist has spoken. We also have many ebooks and user guide is also related with handbook of christian apologetics. Augustine lifeguide thomas aquinas, commentary on the epistle to the hebrews. Handbook of christian apologetics 9780830817740 by peter kreeft, ronald k. An introduction to christian apologetics paul coulter west coast.
Handbook of christian apologetics peter kreeft, ronald k. Kreeft outlines in the first chapter the nature of apologetics, then in the next chapters the existence or nature of god. Have you ever been asked what the catholic church believes about. High impact apologetics featuring frank turek christian apologist, speaker, and bestselling author. Waves and the meaning of all things peter kreeft, socratic logic james v. Kreeft refines and articulates both modern and classical arguments. The genius of jacobs ladder lies in kreefts canny ability to capture the imagination with vivid and arresting prose while simultaneously leading the reader, step by step, above and beyond the cramped limitations of the imagination into the spacious and lofty heights of reason, reality. The case for the real jesus the resurrection of the son of god testing christianitys truth claims scaling the secular city christian apologetics geisler. Louis, missouri 63102 for further information, call public affairs officer jan diltz 314 34520. An expanded catholic edition of the popular book handbook of christian apologetics, handbook of catholic apologetics is full of the wisdom and wit, clarity and insight of philosophers peter j. A biblical challenge to the traditional understanding of god, by clark pinnock, richard rice, john sanders, william hasker, and david basinger. The catholic answers to protestand questions show how catholicism is the fullness of the christian faith. Tacelli have condensed their popular handbook of christian apologetics, summarizing the foremost arguments for major christian teachings and offering compelling responses to the most common arguments put forward against. He presents 20 arguments ranging from the five proofs of aquinas to modern cosmological arguments to arguments from details the full breadth of christian apologetics.
Great spiri tual truths such as gods infinite nature, his workings in his. They are not simply permanent realities in human nature that are timeless and not culturally determined. Oct 11, 2012 anyone who has heard a lecture from the characteristic voice of peter kreeftand there are a number available free on itunesuwill hear his humour behind the words of his dozens of books. Philosophical foundations for a christian worldview tactics. How to interpret your bible correctly part 2 christian. Lewis, as this brilliant new book of his further demonstrates.
These citations may not conform precisely to your selected citation style. Have you ever been asked what the catholic church believes. The first time he applied for church membership, it was denied him because he failed an oral examination on christian doctrine. Preface without a doubt, genesis is the single most vilified book in all the bible. They are historical events that arose at a certain time in history. Again, in the words of peter kreeft and ronald tacelli, arguments may not bring you. The pocket handbook to christian apologetics is a concise, informative guide for anyone looking for answers to questions of faith and reason. Contrary to what many people believe, christian doctrine and theology is not based upon creeds of the early church, but upon the words of the bible.
Written as a series of dialogues between a christian and sincere non christian, yes and no is peter kreeft s answer to so many religion texts which leave students thinking of religion as little more than a dull and boring rehash of things everyone already knows. Pocket handbook of christian apologetics ivp pocket reference. Buy handbook of christian apologetics by kreeft, peter, tacelli, ronald k. Handbook of christian apologetics 1994 edition open library. Faith and reason, first of all, are not to be taken for granted. He who will not use the thoughts of other mens brains proves that he has no brains of his own. Pocket handbook of christian apologetics ivp pocket. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Feb 28, 1994 at first i was excited about this book, as well as any other book that falls in the genre of christian apologetics. Like the catechism of the catholic church, the handbook of christian apologetics can be described as a reference text. Impact apologetics destroying arguments and taking every. Sep 20, 2009 a popular lecturer, he has also taught at many other colleges, seminaries and educational institutions in the eastern united states. Danforth office of special counsel waco investigation 200 north broadway st. Christianity is not a religion based upon a series of arbitrary rules, but a basis for living ones life in relationship with god.
Kreeft is a catholic philosopher at boston college, and writes as a christian apologist and speculative thinker in. Faith and reason catholic education resource center. This fictitious dialogue takes place between two friends, chris, a catholic, and sal, a sincere skeptic, and centers on some basic questions here at strange notions regarding faith, reason, and the existence of god. Nov 14, 2011 christian apologetics apologetics greek, speaking in defense plural noun treated as sing. As no one would listen to what i had to say i decided to put it on paper. In christian apologetics this discussion has an important place. Discover book depositorys huge selection of peter kreeft books online. Nov 18, 2011 in christian apologetics this discussion has an important place. Apr 11, 2017 the differences among the worlds christian denominations generally have more to do with location, culture, worship styles, missionary efforts, and forms of church government than they do with major doctrinal differences. Pocket handbook of christian apologetics ivp pocket reference kreeft, peter, tacelli, ronald k.