Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity provides an unequaled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to hear this powerful apologetic for the christian faith. Lewis works of nonfiction, mere christianity has sold several million copies worldwide. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality mere christianity brings together what lewis saw as the fundamental truths of the religion. Lewiss books have remained popular, but they are not. Or, maybe better put, to prove rationally why he thinks christianity is better than any other faith. Lewis forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief. The most trusted study guide to learning mere christianity. Lewis focuses on the core issues of orthodox christianity without getting into some of the controversial and. The law of human nature lewis believes that we can learn something valuable by the kinds of phrases people use when they quarrel. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books, the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity brings together what lewis sees as the fundamental truths of religion.
It brings together lewis legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. Lewis masterful work mere christianity has long been regarded as a classic of christian writings. Mere christianity provides an articulate expression of the intelligent case for christianity, but retains the conversational style from the original radio talks on which it is based. It was a hit because at that point, lewis had already published a number of fiction and nonfiction books including out of the silent planet 1938, the problem of pain 1940 and the. Mere christianity by c s lewis complete audio book read by.
Apr 07, 2016 mere christianity is the most popular of c. At the end of the first chapter in mere christianity, lewis lays out the scope of his argument. Mueller this article first appeared in the christian research journal, volume 27, number 4 2004. Lewis should not be difficult but rather a rewarding, lifechanging experience. My sadness and respect for mere christianity intermingle in another way. Book cover front back scan edit notes preface book i. Check out our revolutionary sidebyside summary and analysis. Lewis forceful and accessible doctrine on christian belief. The fool had been told that lewis is an example of a great scholar and intellectual who was at one time an atheist andor agnostic who later. Books 3 and 4 furnished more material for discussion because they were almost twice as long.
In 2006, mere christianity was placed third in christianity today s list of the most influential books amongst evangelicals since 1945. The book has since become among the most popular evangelical works in existence. Marsden traces the origin, context, development, reception, and legacy of lewiss enduring apologetic classic, mere christianity, which has been translated into at least thirtysix languages 1, 4. What, in your opinion, is lewis offering us in mere christianity. Lewis 18981963 is often called the foremost christian apologist of the twentieth century.
I have been looking for a decent prochristianity book for a long time, and whenever i ask christians to recommend a book to me, i get a plethora of suggestions. Lewiss forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief. Mere christianity was the overarching title for the bbc radio talks, which had already been published in three books. The words mere christianity came from richard baxter, a.
Lewis is using logic and insights into human nature to prove rationally that christianity is the best religion. I feel guilty giving such a book only three stars, but that is for the. Often, one person accuses another of not meeting a. There is an underlying theme to mere christianity that even the most careful reader can miss due to the many rich insights and.
Lewis lewis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lewis voice became nearly as recognizable as that of winston churchills during world war ii, when the talks were given. Once you have heard howard read it, you begin to feel that lewis is sitting there speaking to you. The work is a compilation of talks on christian philosophy that lewis gave to. Great book really recommended here is a great study about th. Secondly, that they do not in fact behave in that way. Lewis s legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times.
Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity provides an unequaled. First, that human beings, all over the earth, have this curious idea that they ought to behave in a certain way, and cannot really get rid of it. The words mere christianity came from richard baxter, a 17 th century anglican minister. Buy a cheap copy of mere christianity journal book by c. Lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that. Jan 14, 2014 i have been looking for a decent prochristianity book for a long time, and whenever i ask christians to recommend a book to me, i get a plethora of suggestions.
This easytounderstand workbook digs deep into each chapter and in turn into lewis s thoughts transforming you into. Lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. And it can be with the mere christianity study guide. Mere christianity by cs lewis abebooks shop for books. Lewis study program consists of the following lecture series. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitymere christianity brings together what lewis sees as the fundamental truths of his religion. I did not use page numbers as there are many editions of mere christianity each with its own pagination system. To have faith in christ means, of course, trying to do all that he says. Lewiss works of nonfiction, with several million copies sold worldwide.
First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality mere christianity brings together what lewis sees as the fundamental truths of the religion. S lewis, the author more wellknown for the chronicles of narnia which became a blockbuster movie. I especially liked his direct, simplistic and clear manner of writing. I have divided mere christianity into six discussions. This easytounderstand workbook digs deep into each chapter and in turn into lewis s thoughts transforming you into an expert on this apologetics classic. Lewiss most wellknown apologetics, one must understand his audience. Lewis continues to elicit interdisciplinary interest within the academy. Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond. Often, one person accuses another of not meeting a certain standard of behavior, and the. Lewis institute s study program, the cs lewis mere christianity study by dr. We will explore its context and background, highlight the central themes of the book, and discover why it has become a. Mere christianity study guide is perfect for book clubs, church groups, and independent study.
I appreciate the effort that vetter has made, however geoffrey howard reads mere christianity so utterly perfectly, anyone else must come second. His many writings have introduced countless people to the christian faith. Lewis book mere christianity is a good book for an unbeliever to read to establish a rational basis for belief in christianity. Mere christianity, the screwtape letters, and letters to malcolm, chiefly on prayer. This book mere christianity published in 1953 was based on the transcript of the bbc radio broadcast that lewis gave at oxford during world war ii 19411944. Jul 11, 2016 my sadness and respect for mere christianity intermingle in another way. You can download additional copies of the study guide at step two. The case for christianity, published in england under the title broadcast talks 1943, christian behavior 1943, and beyond personality 1945. In 1941 england, when all hope was threatened by the inhumanity of war, c. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality this book brings.
Lewis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This easytounderstand workbook digs deep into each chapter and in turn into lewiss thoughts transforming you into an expert on this apologetics classic. Lewis institutes study program, the cs lewis mere christianity study by dr. Download file pdf mere christianity cs lewis connections to accompany even if in your solitary time. We have cause to be uneasy book ii what christians believe 1. S lewis posted on august 10, 2009 6 comments this is the first book i picked up and read from c. However, my study guide retains the four books and chapter titles that lewis used.
Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1941 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford during world war ii. This approach is so foreign to my own dance with faith. It is notable for many things, but one of the most useful facets of its composition is a profound simplicity and clarity of prose. There would be no sense in saying you trusted a person if you would not take his advice. Mere christianity is possibly lewis most frequently read work, and was originally given as a. Right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe chapter 1 summary. With mere christianity, lewis is not looking to promote religion, or faith, but rather gently point out the many ways in which civilisation, emotion and human decency and its counterpart are so fascinatingly intertwined, so no one should avoid this book fearing it to be a chestthumping propaganda piece for the authors own religious views. Lewis institutes study program, mere christianity study by dr. Mere christianity by cs lewis abebooks passion for books. Lewis you can find this audio book is separated into individual chapters on my i am abled channel also. Included are mere christianity, the screwtape letters, the great divorce, the problem of pain, miracles, a grief observed, and the abolition of.
One of the most popular introductions to christian faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. Mere christianity study guide 1 preface david grice 852011 preface why does lewis not address the differences between denominations. Rejecting the boundaries that divide christianitys many. Right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe 1. Heard first as radio addresses and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personalitythis book brings together lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and. This study guide is unique in that it begins with an introduction that explains how mere christianity came into being, and also how lewis became a christian. This is the first book i picked up and read from c. Lewis, the most important writer of the 20th century, explores the common ground upon which all of those of christian faith stand together. Lewis was invited to give a series of radio lectures addressing the central issues of. Each of the discussions is labeled according to the book and chapters it includes. Originally presented as a series of lectures for the bbc between the years 1942 and 1944, the content of the book retains a conversational style that enhances.
Jun 02, 2009 bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality, mere christianity provides an unequaled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to hear this powerful apologetic for the christian faith. Thus if you have really handed yourself over to him, it must follow that you are trying to obey him. Apr 21, 2015 with mere christianity, lewis is not looking to promote religion, or faith, but rather gently point out the many ways in which civilisation, emotion and human decency and its counterpart are so fascinatingly intertwined, so no one should avoid this book fearing it to be a chestthumping propaganda piece for the authors own religious views. Chris mitchell, director, wade center, wheaton college. In view of this it might be a good plan to divide your study into three. Lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been. Lewis, 9780007461219, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.