The author deals with the issue s in a refreshingly open and honest way as the book is the product of debates with individuals on both sides of the argu ment rather than a dry academic study. Įach chapter is concise and written in a style that is clear and easy to follow despite the complexity of the subject matter. E xamples include: “ Aren’t we better off without religion?”, “ Doesn’t religion cause violence?”, “How can you take the Bible literally?”, “Isn’t Christianity homophobic?”, “How can a loving God send people to Hell?”, “Doesn’t Christianity denigrate women?”. Avoiding merely abstract or theoretical issues, each of the twelve chapters tackle a question that is commonly asked in order to oppose or disprove the Christian faith. Rebecca McLaughlin has written “Confronting Christianity” to equip 21st century Christian believers in a sceptical a nd, at times, antagonistic society to do precisely this. When Peter wr ote to believers in Asia Minor who were suffering for their faith, the apostle encourage d them to be “prepared to make a defence to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you” (1 Peter 3 v 15). “ Confronting Christianity – 12 Hard Questions for the world’s Largest Religion”
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