Dude- I just read the intro to The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism by Timothy Keller that you sent.

Now, I will be honest. The title does not do justice to the content. When I saw the title, my first reaction was, "Well, I don't need a reason for God because I believe in Him and I'm not a skeptic." The content is much more intriguing than the title. I hope that anyone struggling for understanding or who has doubts will at least read the Introduction and not be put off by the title as I was initially.

The Introduction is great for those of us who hunger for understanding, compassion and harmony while still not 'laxing what we suspect is good morally. And it applies to the same hunger politically...reminds me of Jade's "One of the only C&P's I'll probably ever do......." post (I related to his frustration)...and who hunger for a noble harmony and civil discourse among fellow countrymen and human beings.

Thanks, Neo. I'm engaged. It's funny...I didn't realize until I read the Intro that you probably thought of it because I said I was "skeptical" in the "wooohooodly" thread.

Sometimes when we are a compass needle spinning around and around, God can use a friend to tap us on the shoulder and say, "pssst...try THAT way."

God bless you and your family.

🙂

You are welcome.

I believe the book is good for all, believers and skeptics alike. The former will be encouraged and edified, and the latter, if they are intellectually honest in considering the premises, and what they must conclude, will be challenged.

Blessings, Llu.

neo.

P.S. BTW, if anyone would like a copy, it would be my pleasure to send it to you. I only have a few extras, though, and the offer is therefore limited. But don't let that stop you from otherwise ordering/purchasing!

I'll be giving mine to my father when I'm done...

I already told a former student about it...I know he will appreciate. I'll let you know, but maybe someone here would like to check it out. I think it's a good and sincere read, as well as intellectually stimulating.

The seems open to discourse from all sides and not at all "preachy."

Thank you for sending it, neo:)

Neo, I'm trying to put my finger on the exact copy. I'll pass the copy on to anyone if I can read it.

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Neo and Lluv,

The Reason for God by Timothy Keller?

I like a good apologist. Haven’t read it.

neo- ems

Lluvia, you're right, he's (Keller) not an apologist, per se, though you might could argue any believer is an apologist for the Christian faith. He is the pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in NYC (www.redeemer.com). Check him out.

Dadz, your post is not clear to me; do you have access to a copy?

Llu--emr.

emr ems

Neo I'd love a copy.

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neo

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