In this book G.K. Chesterton explains how religion-a blend of philosophy and mythology-satisfies both the human intellect and the spirit, and sets man starkly apart from any other living creature. Addressing evolution, feminism, and cultural relativism within the context of religion, the book also examines religious skepticism. According to Chesterton, the shape of the key is not important. What matters is that it fits the lock and opens the door....

In G.K. Chesterton's celebrated work, "Orthodoxy," readers embark on an intellectual odyssey navigating the realms between skepticism and belief. Through personal narratives and philosophical paradoxes, Chesterton artfully constructs a compelling argument for orthodox principles. Within these pages, Chesterton skillfully dissects intricate philosophical and theological inquiries, distilling their complexities into accessible insights. His eloquence...

Embark on an intellectual odyssey through the pages of G. K. Chesterton's profound work, "Heretics," a literary masterpiece that challenges conventional thought and confronts the prevailing ideologies of the early 20th century. In this enlightening exploration, Chesterton delves into the realms of heresy, questions established norms and sparks a thought-provoking conversation about the nature of skepticism and belief. In "Heretics," Chesterton skillfully...

We hear about heaven and the supernatural on late-night TV far more often than in church, and many Christians never hear it mentioned seriously from the pulpit. Everyone has something to say about their hopes and fears for the afterlife, but the topic of eternity is usually left to the talk shows. Ironically heaven is ignored by contemporary Christian preachers who stress the dailiness and Athis-worldliness@ of religious faith. That emphasis is salutary,...

The topic of the work and gifts of the Holy Spirit sparks much interest these days but also much confusion. Before one can correctly understand the work of the Holy Spirit, he must, first of all, know the Holy Spirit Himself. Who is the Holy Spirit? Is He a person or a vague cosmic force? Is He a finite person or the infinite God? There are plenty of insights to get your spiritual fire burning in this book, as Murray reveals the Holy Spirit and makes...

In the following pages an attempt has been made to examine anew in the light of God's Word some of the profoundest questions which can engage the human mind. Others have grappled with these mighty problems in days gone by and from their labors we are the gainers. While making no claim for originality the writer, nevertheless, has endeavored to examine and deal with his subject from an entirely independent viewpoint. We have studied diligently the...

"Most evangelical discussion of the gender issue has been spent in feverish debate over the exegetical intricacies of the traditional prooftexts," writes Rebecca Merrill Groothuis. And though faithful exegesis is certainly crucial, a "myopic fixation on a handful of controversial biblical texts will not ultimately resolve the gender debate." In Good News for Women, Groothuis looks at the Big Picture, the overall outline of biblical teaching on relationships...

La Trinidad constituye el centro de la fe cristiana. Esta iniciación teológica pone al alcance del lector medio la doctrina católica sobre el misterio. La Biblioteca de Iniciación Teológica responde a la necesidad -muchas veces manifestada- de contar con unos libros de divulgación teológica que estén al alcance del cristiano que quiera profundizar en su formación. En esta colección se han publicado diecinueve títulos. Esta iniciación ofrece...

¿Podemos fiarnos de las profesiones de fe cuando no alcanzan el corazón ni se traducen en actos? ¿Existen cristianos anónimos entre los ateos y ateos anónimos entre los cristianos? (J. Guy Saint Arnaud). La fe y la duda andan con frecuencia juntas. Parece que creer y no creer pueden mantenerse juntos; nunca estamos libres de esa amenaza de la no fe. Cuando de la fe religiosa se trata, nos movemos en un terreno misterioso, que desborda los cálculos...

"La muerte de Jesús en la cruz, es el meollo del mensaje del evangelio. La cruz es el hecho más importante de la historia, forma parte del drama del Gólgota y expresa, en forma grafica y a todo color, la realidad del ser humano y de su historia. Todo lo que el ser humano es como expresión de la maldad, del odio, de la traición y de la destructibilidad está presente todo lo que el ser humano puede llegar a conocer como resultado del amor, de...