⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mere Christianity by Lewis
| Full Title | Mere Christianity |
|---|---|
| Authors | C.S. Lewis |
| Year Published | 2018 |
| Date Read | January 15, 2022 |
| Rating | 4/5 stars |
Some compelling arguments here. One concept that is explored is that when a man accuses another of doing something bad/wrong, usually the response is a defense as to how that isn’t true or a deflection to focus on something the accuser did wrong; rarely does the response question whether or not the foundation that underpins the accusation — typically, a shared moral understanding — is even valid in the first place. I also appreciate that Lewis also specifically chooses not to talk about subjects where he feels he doesn’t have insights or relevant experience.
In general, I found myself on the same page as many of the arguments presented. What I was partly hoping for and didn’t find, however, was a treatment of the reasoning why Christianity specifically should be believed, rather than another religion that also promotes belief in a higher being.
This feels to me like a great read for Christians and a decent one for those at least casually interested in religious
arguments. Overall I think the ROI on the 6 hour length is quite good.