Mere Christianity
Mere Christianity
C. S. Lewis
Russell Moore
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Mere Christianity

Mere Christianity

C. S. Lewis
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C. S. Lewis
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In the timeless masterpiece "Mere Christianity," C.S. Lewis elegantly distills the essence of Christian faith, transcending denominational boundaries to uncover the bedrock upon which all Christians stand. With the precision of a scholar and the heart of a seeker, Lewis weaves together a series of his famed wartime broadcast talks, inviting readers into a profound exploration of morality, faith, and the nature of God. This seminal work, born amidst the turmoil of World War II, reaches across generations, offering both believers and skeptics alike a luminous journey through the core tenets of Christianity. Lewis's lucid prose and penetrating insights transform complex theological concepts into accessible wisdom, affirming his stature as one of the 20th century's most pivotal Christian writers. "Mere Christianity" stands not only as a monumental apologetic but also as a beacon of hope and reason in a fragmented world. Through its pages, Lewis challenges readers to confront their own beliefs and to rediscover the compelling simplicity and profound depth of Christian doctrine. It is an invitation to experience the unifying power of faith, articulated by a mind at once relentless in its logic and graceful in its compassion.

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Released
1942
1 Jan
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191
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Russell Moore recommended this book on Twitter.
Imagine yourself as a living house. God comes in to rebuild that house. At first, perhaps, you can understand what He is doing. He is getting the drains right and stopping the leaks in the roof and so on; you knew that those jobs needed doing and so you are not surprised. But presently He starts knocking the house about in a way that hurts abominably and does not seem to make any sense. What on earth is He up to? The explanation is that He is building quite a different house from the one you thought of - throwing out a new wing here, putting on an extra floor there, running up towers, making courtyards. You thought you were being made into a decent little cottage: but He is building a palace. He intends to come and live in it Himself.
— C. S. Lewis, Mere Christianity

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