Strobel, a lifelong atheist and religious skeptic, thought it wise to explore the historical basis for his wife's new-found faith in Christianity. With his keen analytical mind and award-winning background in journalism, he seemed to be the right man for the job of uncovering the evidence against the historical Jesus of Nazareth, who Christians call "the Christ, the anointed Son of God." But like many who had gone before him, what he found was just the opposite.
We all have biases, which help us interpret the world around us and define our own personal worldviews. Sometimes an individual with a negative bias towards Christianity but who is open to following where the facts lead can be the best witness for faith-related investigations. Although negatively biased toward Christianity at the time of researching and writing The Case for Christ, his love for the truth was satisfied in his analysis of the textual evidence, Jesus' personal evidence based on that textual evidence and scriptural proofs of His death and resurrection.
After the conclusions and life-changing ramifications of The Case for Christ, Strobel then continued his research into the Christian faith, examining theodicy, evolution myths he had once held sacred, the concept of Hell, and Old Testament genocidal accounts, among other issues many non-Christians struggle with. Always asking the tough questions and challenging world-class experts, Strobel builds the case for Christianity as the one true faith just as he did for Christ being the one true way. Easy-to-read, yet filled with irrefutable logic, Strobel's books have become popular apologetical works, as he continues his mission to break down the walls between biblical truth and blind faith in non-Christian beliefs.
Using the dramatic scenario of an investigative journalist pursuing his story and leads, Lee Strobel uses his experience as a reporter for the Chicago Tribune to interview experts about the evidence for Christ from the fields of science, philosophy, and history. Winner of the Gold Medallion Book Award and twice nominated for the Christian Book of the Year Award.
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Reviewed by Bonnie Crowder (Crossville, TN), October 01, 2009
I find this is one of the best books I have
read. I also bought it for my son and he has read it several times.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Terry Squier (Canon City, CO), July 17, 2009
I really enjoyed reading both these books. They provide very convincing evidence of the existence of Jesus Christ.
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Reviewed by joan (Largo, FL), June 16, 2009
I have not finished the book yet but it is one of the best books I have ever read. I bought an extra one so I could send it to my son that is on the line about several things. I have been reading Christian books for about 40 years and this book explained things I wasn't sure of. It's a great read for anyone no matter where they are in their walk with Christ.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Terri Daniel (Alabama), June 08, 2009
This book was recommended to me, so I bought two - one for me and the other for my mom as a gift. The book wasn't exactly what I was expecting, but by the time I finished I found I did enjoy it and learned many interesting things that are in the Bible I was unaware of.
The content was organized in a way that made for an easy read. I was pleasantly surprised.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Nagy Riad (Pickering, On,), June 05, 2009
An excellent appologetic for Christ and for the faith. The material is very well researched.
An excellent gift for an honest seeker.
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Reviewed by Linda Matthews (Clarksville, TN), June 05, 2009
Wonderfully written! Lee Strobel uses many encounters from his years as editor of the Chicago Tribune to shed light on his questions as an atheist. His interviews take him many places in his pursuit of just who Jesus really is. This book was recommended by a pastor as I was looking for something to share with a close family member who does not believe in the divinity of Christ. Here is dynamic proof for the skeptic that the bible is true, Christ is real. It is equally important for Christians as I learned quite a lot. I consider this a must read for all.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Marie Boston (Hereford, AZ), May 29, 2009
Wonderful from a former atheist point of view, great for witnessing to atheists. Lord bless yall.
5 out of 5 stars
Reviewed by Jayne Darfus (Laurelville, OH), May 01, 2009
Very informative and easy to read. This man knows how to investigate to find truth or fiction.
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