Mere Christianity

Modern Christian apologists really have nothing on C.S. Lewis. The man has a way of explaining theology that makes even some of the most "troublesome" points of Christianity seem plausible and, most importantly, relatable. At times it's like he reaches into your heart and tells you what you knew lied there but had not the chance to associate to something religious or spiritual. The experience was certainly a delight. Although I've not been swayed to conversion, I do believe C.S. Lewis has managed to move me in some way, and this is something that I had not in a very long time experienced in reading. For this alone, I cannot give this book anything other than full marks and my deep gratitude.

I do not share these religious beliefs, but he’s an excellent writer.

I didn’t read this book, I listened to it on CD during my daily commute. I want to go back and read it and digest the information while I can give it my full attention. I think it had a stronger validity to it considering the author was once an atheist. He doesn’t talk about the defining moment where he allowed Christ in his life and everything was roses after that. But, he uses logic and well thought out parables and analogies to let reader (listener) decide on their own what the right choice is for them.

I think this is a must read for any one in the Christian faith and even atheists or agnostics. I am just now beginning to take a deeper look at Christianity and feel that this is a book that presents itself not as case for why Christianity is great but why it should be considered when exploring several faiths. Even if you don’t believe that Jesus was the son of God or even if there is a God, read this book. It’s not trying to convert people; it’s only educating and opening your mind. You might read this and think it is utter nonsense but at least you know that you looked at the other side and know a little more.

I feel that if I read this several years ago when I had removed myself from any kind of Christian belief that I would have had the same overall feeling at the end. And the feeling is that there are some great points in this book that do plant a seed and allow further investigation.

This book is easily an elite classic.

A must read for anyone claiming to be Christian.