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Title: More Than a Carpenter by Josh McDowell ISBN: 0-8423-4552-3 Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers Pub. Date: April, 1987 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $4.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 3.98 (98 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: Food for thought. . . or debate.
Comment: Mcdowell did not answer every possible objection in this extended tract, nor is his prose style likely to please those who prefer in-depth scholarship and a neutral style. Not all of his points are logically valid, and he overreaches sometimes. But I guess what irritates some readers more than when he's wrong is when he's right.
The modern history of Biblical criticism, the "search for the historical Jesus," is nothing more than a massive attempt to evade the implications of the "Liar, Lunatic, Lord" argument by adding a fourth category: "Legend." This is an act of desperation. Anyone can read the New Testament and see in a minute that the Gospels are historical records. As for Farrell Till, whom a reviewer from Washington (D.C.?) said would "eat Mcdowell alive," in debate, he sounds impressive so long as he talks about subjects I know little about. But whenever he strays onto subjects I am familiar with, it becomes quickly evident to me how superficial his understanding is. If the reviewer is still looking for a debating partner, and Josh doesn't have time, drop me a line, and I'd be happy to oblige him.
Rating: 4
Summary: The "Mere Christianity" of apologetics
Comment: Wonderful little book! I read the book as a Christian; therefore, I'm admittedly sympathetic to the arguments presented in it. I disagree with some of what the negative reviews say. This is not a particularly scholarly book in its presentation--I was especially surprised to see the number of quotes from the Encyclopedia Brittanica. However, Josh McDowell does make a fairly strong attempt to address counter-arguments. His overall appeal is, to my mind, logical. His book is clearly written for everyone--this is not a scholarly work by a scholarly theologian--it is intended for real people to read and enjoy. One thing to keep in mind--the Bible makes it clear that there were many who actually walked with Christ yet rejected his ministry. Therefore, how would anyone expect to achieve widespread consensus as to Christ's legitimacy through mere apologetics? It takes more than an argument--it takes a submissive spirit and a humble mind. But it doesn't take a blind leap of faith, and I think Josh McDowell has shown this beautifully. For me, this was a great faith builder. There were many things that McDowell brought up that I had never really considered before that very much helped me to love God with my mind. This is a tough thing for 20th century man to do. If you liked this book, I'd recommend "Mere Christianity" by C. S. Lewis. It's a common-sense approach to Christian theology written by and for the layman.
Rating: 5
Summary: Great for Evangelism and Prospective Members
Comment: This is a very readable, brief but good and solid explanation of the core reasons to believe in Jesus as the promised Messiah. Get this book and use it in evangelism and in church projects. Buy it to have on hand to give to prospective members.
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Title: The New Evidence That Demands A Verdict Fully Updated To Answer The Questions Challenging Christians Today by Josh McDowell ISBN: 0785243631 Publisher: Nelson Reference Pub. Date: 22 October, 1999 List Price(USD): $24.97 |
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Title: The Case for Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus by Lee Strobel ISBN: 0310209307 Publisher: Zondervan Pub. Date: 01 September, 1998 List Price(USD): $12.99 |
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Title: Answers to Tough Questions Skeptics Ask About the Christian Faith by Josh McDowell, Don Stewart ISBN: 084230021X Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers Pub. Date: February, 1986 List Price(USD): $5.99 |
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Title: The Case for Faith: A Journalist Investigates the Toughest Objections to Christianity by Lee Strobel ISBN: 0310234697 Publisher: Zondervan Pub. Date: 01 October, 2000 List Price(USD): $12.99 |
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Title: Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis ISBN: 0060652926 Publisher: Harper SanFrancisco Pub. Date: 05 February, 2001 List Price(USD): $10.95 |
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