Making Sense of God
An Invitation to the Sceptical
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Publisher Description
Is it really reasonable to believe in Christianity?
Challenging the assumption that religion is irrelevant in a world where empirical proof is the basis of our reasonings, Timothy Keller, author of New York Times bestseller The Reason for God reverses the question:
Isn't secular thinking just another set of beliefs?
Keller puts secularism under the intellectual scrutiny that is usually applied to religion. With a compelling knowledge of the secular belief system and a clarity of logic, Keller opens a conversation between writers such as Nietzsche or C.S. Lewis to reflect on meaning, hope, freedom, satisfaction, identity and justice.
'If you think Christianity doesn't hold much promise of making sense to a thinking person, then this book is written for you.' Timothy Keller
Keller does not aim to prove God's existence, but his methodical approach powerfully calls into question the basis of many commonly held secular views. Written for both sceptic and believer, Making Sense of God shines a light on the profound relevance of Christianity in our modern lives.
'This is the book which convinced me of the truth of Christianity. if you want an overview of the main arguments for the existence of God and the truth of the core of the Christian message, this is a good place to start.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'The first Christian apologetics book I've read that's actually written to (and for) the "intellectually enlightened skeptic." Keller delivers such a blistering critique of secularism that I was shook to my core. This book will make you think a lot.' Goodreads reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Lots of gold nuggets that will leave you mulling it over for days!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Very in-depth book which allows the reader to make their own mind up based on the facts. A must read for everyone who is seeking the truth.' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Over the years, Keller became not just a Christian apologist but a sophisticated critic of secular liberalism, especially its worship of personal autonomy as the highest good.' The Atlantic
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Prolific author Keller (The Reason for God), founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Manhattan, again reaches out to skeptics, inviting them to think through their suspicions of religion and/or God. Keller has written a number of Christian apologetics, and this one is aimed more at "nones" the religiously unaffiliated or uninterested than at committed atheists; the polemical debate with hardcore atheist materialists has moved on. Keller is knowledgeable about contemporary philosophy and can offer intriguing arguments grounded in that discourse; the book is richer for those familiar with the work of philosopher Charles Taylor and other contemporary critics of hyperindividualism. Keller's clarity of expression rests on 60 pages of footnotes, roughly one fifth of the book. This is not for the drive-by reader looking for self-help gospel truths, but those interested in acquaintance and engagement with the use of reason in argumentation will find an open door, nagging questions, and a lot to learn.
