Introducing Apologetics: Cultivating Christian Commitment

Author: James E. Taylor

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In this stalwart defense of the Christian faith, James Taylor offers a balanced and comprehensive treatment of the core apologetic issues facing believers in the twenty-first century. Sample topics include: * worldviews * the problem of evil * the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ * scriptural canonicity and authority * religious pluralism * postmodernism * ethical relativismEach of the book's twenty-five chapters contains an outline, summary, list of basic terms, reflection and discussion questions, and guide to further reading. Chapter overviews and sidebars enhance this readable text. What distinguishes this work is its tone, which is neither strident nor polemical. Instead, Taylor's arguments are sensitive, winsome, humble, and fair-minded, especially with respect to his treatment of philosophical and religious systems that challenge Christianity. Unique to Taylor's approach is his vision of apologetics as a discipline that should ideally lead to Christian commitment, discipleship, and spiritual transformation.Introducing Apologetics will appeal to college and seminary students as well as anyone who thinks deeply about the rationality and tenability of a Christian worldview. This work is destined to become a seminal textbook and a welcome contribution to the apologetic endeavor of the twenty-first century.Features: Bibliography, Index, Table of Contents Physical Info: 1.14" H x 9.42" L x 7.5" W (1.87 lbs) 368 pagesCarton Quantity: 20 Publisher: Baker AcademicUS SRP: $ 32.99 USBinding: HardcoverPub Date: March 2006EndorsementsThis book is a thoughtful introduction to Christian apologetics that is focused on the needs and interests of students but embodies a deep understanding of the underlying philosophical issues. It is a wise and helpful book."--C. Stephen Evans, professor of philosophy and humanities, Baylor University"Apologetics books are notorious for their struggle to find ways to be comprehensive, cutting edge, accessible, and relevant. Those that succeed at some tasks typically fail at others. Introducing Apologetics offers a refreshingly rare balance of these coveted traits. Readers can expect to be treated to the full range of traditional apologetic topics as well as to many that have only recently emerged as important. In addition, Taylor offers the reader sober, practical advice on the extent and limits of apologetics in the life of the Christian and in the Christian's attempt to reason together with non-Christians. Finally, though each chapter is deeply informed by the most recent scholarship, it is thoroughly accessible, even to those with no prior exposure to the topics it treats. Here is a resource that belongs in every thinking Christian's library."--Michael J. Murray, professor and chair of philosophy, Franklin and Marshall CollegeReviewsTaylor wrote this work as a college textbook with outlines of each chapter, lists of terms and people in each chapter, and review questions. It is both well-organized and highly user-friendly. . . . Taylor carefully crafted his work to help Christians understand who they are and what they believe as they are bombarded by the contemporary philosophies of our day. From a missiological perspective, the author approaches his subject with a Western mindset. He does an excellent job."--John F. Easterling, Missiology"In this introductory text on Christian apologetics, Taylor steers a middle course between 'an overemphasis on reason and an overemphasis on faith.'. . . Taylor shows familiarity with the relevant literature. . . . While there is nothing here that contradicts Catholic or Orthodox Christianity (and much in support), this text defends Christianity more broadly. . . . The text is readable and ideally suited for introductory courses on Christian apologetics, especially at the undergraduate level, and at evangelical institutions."--Glenn M. Harden, Religious Studies Review"This is a very significant new text in apologetics. Taylor is so very insightful on so many issues. . . . One will learn much even in those sections where one feels compelled to disagree. The writing style is not overly technical."--L. Russ Bush III, Faith & MissionAdditional InformationCPC Categories:- Theology | Theology & Doctrine | ApologeticsBISAC Categories:- Religion | Christian Theology | ApologeticsLC Subjects:- ApologeticsThemes:Theometrics | AcademicReligious Orientation | Christian

Introducing Apologetics: Cultivating Christian Commitment Author: James E. Taylor
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	9780801027864	Hardcover	0801027861	23.95
This thoughtful and scholarly book is designed to help general readers, ministry professionals, students, and scholars as they seek increased understanding of Apologetics.

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