Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis Mere Christianity, by C. S. Lewis, is written as set of guidelines of Christian belief. Lewis does not say there is any particular way to believe but he does make a point that the topic of religion itself is serious. As you consider whether you want to believe or not, you have to recognize how much thought it requires, and how thought provoking a process this decision is. Lewis covers Christianity in four different books within his book. In book one, Lewis
C.S. Lewis: Christian Apologist Included in the 10 most influential Christians of the 20th century alongside Karl Barth, Pope John XXIII, Martin Luther King Jr, and Billy Graham, the Christian History magazine named him "the atheist scholar who became an Anglican, an apologist, and a ‘patron saint’ of Christians everywhere." He was also dubbed as an “apostle to the skeptics” because he resolutely answered frequent objections individuals had when it came to accepting Christ as their Savior (christianodyssey
Mere Christianity Mere Christianity a book written by C.S. Lewis, one of the greatest writers of his time, is a life-changing introduction to the Christian faith ever written. This book is based on C.S. Lewis’s broadcast radio talks in the BBC around the time of the war years. In book one and book two of Mere Christianity Lewis explains the right and wrong of human nature as well as what Christians believe. Lewis’s work is so inspirational because these talks were not solely intended for the Christian
different opinions, C.S. Lewis says “If you are a Christian, you are free to think that all those religions, even the queerest ones, contain at least some hint of truth” (p.35). Despite this fact, Lewis says as a Christian you also have to realize that “Where Christianity differs from other religions, Christianity is right and they are wrong” (p.35). This probably explains why the majority of believers in the world are Christians (Chappell, 2015). In Book 2 of Lewis’ Mere Christianity, he writes about
In C.S. Lewis’ Mere Christianity, Lewis bases the majority of his argument for Christianity on the existence of a Law of Nature, or Moral Law. He argues that this is the source of the moral compass common to all of mankind and proves the existence of the Christian God. Lewis stresses the importance of this concept to explain the validity of Christian doctrine. This paper will analyze Lewis’ argument for the existence of a Law of Nature in Mere Christianity as well as “Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis”
C.S. Lewis C.S. Lewis was a famous Christian and children’s literature author. Even 50 years after his death, his Chronicles of Narnia books are still a favorite of young children and his Christian books are still read by Christians today. Clive Staples Lewis was born on November 29, 1898, in Belfast, Ireland into a Christian family. His parents were Albert James Lewis and Flora Augusta Hamilton Lewis. He had a brother named Warren Hamilton Lewis. When he was younger, he had a dog named Jacksie
Christianity is not an ideal, it’s a lifestyle choice. You are not born into a religion, you are not a Christian, Jewish, Buddhist or any specific religion from birth, you are raised as to be that religion. C.S. Lewis is an example of someone who was brought up in a Protestant household, lost faith through his teen years and found Christianity in college. We develop our religion throughout our years, growing more knowledgeable from our experiences and realizing that each of God’s teachings can relate
The Joyful Christian Lewis continued his relationship with Paddy Moore's mother and sister. Much so, that the two women ended up moving in with Lewis. The mother was Mrs. Janie King Moore and her daughter Maureen. The two woman were devout Christians and were also very patient and kind to Lewis. After time, it wore off on the rough and argumentative man. Slowly, Lewis' eyes opened up to the possibility of Christ. However, he didn't surrender that easily. After living with the two woman for
In Mere Christianity, Clive Staples Lewis, known as C.S Lewis known best for his writing, and being a Christian apologist, divides the novel into 4 different section. Each book emphasizes the struggles he has faced and overcome as well as personal life lessons he has learned. The first section, Right and Wrong as a Clue to the Meaning of the Universe focus on moral law and the law of nature. Christians Believe, second section, corresponds with his life because Lewis has had many interviews defending
Christianity is not an ideal, it’s a life style choice. You are not born into a religion, you are not a Christian, Jewish, Buddhist or any specific religion from birth, you are raised as to be that religion. C.S. Lewis is an example of someone who was brought up in a Protestant household, lost faith through his teen years and found Christianity in college. We develop our religion throughout our years, growing more knowledgeable from our experiences and realizing that each of God’s teachings can relate