Why Believe: Christian Apologetics for a Skeptical Age (Hobbs College Library)

Why bother with apologetics? Our skeptical age often finds the Christian faith unbelievable. For those seeking to defend the faith or strengthen their belief, Why Believe offers a timely resource: an apologetic that is both compelling and winsome. Anderson?s charitable and conversational tone conveys that Christianity is not only reasonable but also fulfilling. Appealing to both believers and unbelievers alike, the book provides accessible explanations of contemporary issues, from arguments for the existence of God and the validity of Christ?s resurrection to common questions about the practice of faith. Review ?Tawa Anderson has the heart of a pastor and mind of a scholar, writing an enjoyable, readable, and philosophically, biblically, scientifically, and historically informed apologetic for theism and Christianity. His patient and accessible, lucid and inviting prose deftly canvasses a wide swath of evidential terrain, each step successively building toward a powerful cumulative case. In the process his impressive approach models what a laudably expansive, philosophically rigorous, existentially satisfying, and large-hearted apologetic ought to look like. Warmly recommend!?-David Baggett, professor of philosophy and director of the center for moral apologetics, Houston Baptist University ?If you?ve never looked into the bases for Christianity?s truth claims including the existence of a creating and law-giving God, the reality of Jesus, and his resurrection from the dead, you may be surprised at the sheer number of lines of reasoning Tawa Anderson brings forward for these remarkable claims. His real-life examples will keep you turning the pages. Christians are called to provide reasons for their hope and, with the plethora of faith and worldview options today, good reasons are needed more than ever. This book provides them in a highly readable and engaging form. But this book does more than satisfy one?s intellect. It also brings out the appeal of the Christian message. Anderson shows that whether you believe it or not, once you really grasp it, you may just wish it were true.?-Paul Chamberlain, associate professor of apologetics and director of the Institute for Christian Apologetics, ACTS Seminaries ?Apologetics is as important today as it has ever been. Yet, in an age when most apologetic texts are either overly technical or too watered down to be of great use, Tawa Anderson?sWhy Believeis a breath of fresh air. As a trusted intellect and gifted writer, Anderson provides an outstanding resource for those interested (no matter their motivations) in the great questions about Christian faith. This book will have a long life and use in the courses I teach!?-James K. Dew Jr., president, New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary ?Tawa Anderson skillfully shows, in plain language, that there are good reasons to want and believe Christianity is true. Fully conversant with the contemporary landscape regarding the questions of God, faith, and the Bible, Anderson?sWhy Believe is essential reading for anyone seeking truth. Believers will be nourished and strengthened. Unbelievers will be challenged and set on a path, that if faithfully followed, leads to Jesus.?-Paul Gould, associate professor of philosophy of religion and director, M.A. Philosophy of Religion program, Palm Beach Atlantic University ?Tawa Anderson provides an incredibly clear and easy-to-follow overview from pertinent preliminaries, to God?s existence and the truth of Christianity. It includes excellent discussions, penetrating questions, and helpful summaries of very complex arguments in a conversational and easily read manner. The result is a robust, yet concise and easily followed summary of the major issues across the spectrum, including scientific, rational, anthropological, and historical considerations that make Christianity unique. Highly recommended.?-Gary Habermas, distinguished resear