In this large volume (626 pages if we aren't counting the 'suggestions for further reading') Dr. William Lane Craig and Dr. J.P. Moreland spend some time educating Christians in key philosophical areas. Using John Wesley's expectations of a pastor as well as recognizing the current state of anti-intellectualism is many religious circles, Craig and Moreland push you to broaden your mind to these topics.

It is hefty, both in density of the book and the ideas in it, but it is worthwhile. You will start off with being introduced into philosophy, this includes a general overview of sound argument forms and why philosophy can be useful for religious folks.

They go through many topics such as Postmodernism, Epistemology, Skepticism, Dualism, Ontology and a ton of other topics.

For the few people concerned about Craig's possible model of the Trinity using reformed trinitarianism, social trinitarianism and using Apollonarius' ideas for reference, Craig doesn't commit the cardinal sin of trinitarianism heresy, despite what discernment blog you might have read that says otherwise. (9 times out of 10, objectors haven't even read the book or have it in their possession, yet still call it the primary object of their critique.)

Overall, Craig and Moreland have succeeded in my mind with this book, there is so much to say about these topics and this works as a good overview and introduction to them. I recommend it to everyone. Challenge yourself to really understand these subjects and if you aren't religious, read and mediate on the possibility that religion, in particular Christianity, can be a reasonable journey. ( )

Dry...suited for a college/grad level coure. But some of the best work out there at this time....thus the four stars ( )

http://www.skepticalchristian.com/br_philosophicalfoundationsforachristianworldv... ( )

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What is real?
What is truth?
What can we know?
What should we believe?
What should we do and why?
Is there a God?
Can we know him?
Do Christian doctrines make sense?
Can we believe in God in the face of evil?
These are fundamental questions that any thinking person wants answers to. These are questions that philosophy addresses. And the answers we give to these kinds of questions serve as the the foundation stones for constructing any kind of worldview. In Philosophical Foundations for a Christian Worldview J.P. Moreland and William Lane Craig offer a comprehensive introduction to philosophy from a Christian perspective. In their broad sweep they seek to introduce readers to the principal subdisciplines of philosophy, including epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of science, ethics and philosophy of religion. They do so with characteristic clarity and incisiveness. Arguments are clearly outlined, and rival theories are presented with fairness and accuracy. Philosophy, they contend, aids Christians in the tasks of apologetics, polemics and systematic theology. It reflects our having been made in the image of God, helps us to extend biblical teaching into areas not expressly addressed in Scripture, facilitates the spiritual discipline of study, enhances the boldness and self-image of the Christian community, and is requisite to the essential task of integrating faith and learning. Here is a lively and thorough introduction to philosophy for all who want to know reality.

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