The case for christianity broadcast talks in the uk 1942, christian. The booklet serves as an answer guide to mere christianity bible study. Lewis should not be difficult but rather a rewarding, lifechanging experience. Here is the story of the extraordinary life and afterlife of this influential and muchbeloved book.
In 2006, christianity today ranked lewiss book third in its list of the most influential books since 1945. Christians are free to think that all other religions, even the most obscure ones, contain at least some hint of the truth. Some have even claimed lewis is the most important writer of the 20th century. The rival conceptions of god tonight we discuss rival conceptions of god, where does christianity agree and disagree with the other major world religions. It will be a much better reading experience if you push yourself a little through the reading to it. Lewiss eloquent and winsome defense of the christian faith, originated as a series of bbc radio talks broadcast during the dark days of world war two.
We will also consider some of the key aggreements and disagreements that developed between lewis and j. Mere not in the sense of something light or simple, but rather at its essence, no denominational trappings, no extra. Theres no better tool for making that happen than with the mere christianity study guide. Some objections is the moral law social convention or instinct. In book three of mere christianity, lewis will study the rules of christian morality in more detail. Discussing mere christianity trailer discussing mere christianity session one the dvd and study guide are available. Mere christianity is one of the most popular christian books in history. Introductory study guide for mere christianity created by. Sometimes it sounds funny and sometimes it sounds merely unpleasant. Thereare six to seven questions for each of the lectures. Lewis first delivered the chapters that make up mere christianity as live radio addresses for the bbc beginning in 1941.
Book 1 1 there has been a great deal of soft soap talked about god for the last hundred years. Originally presented as a series of lectures for the bbc between the years 1942 and 1944, the content of the book retains a conversational style that enhances. Occasionally the work of other authors that touch on the similar themes and topics found in lewis writings e. Lewiss forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief.
For teachers or group leaders who prefer to hold a print book in their hands, the mere christianity critical analysis journal answer key print edition is an 8. Mere christianity study guide download ebook pdf, epub. Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond. The impact of these broadcasts and the subsequent book, mere christianity.
Lewis argues for the existence of god, and then proceeds to outline what he believes are the fundamental tenants of christianity. Lewis, an anglican, intended to describe the christian common ground. The book is the written form of a series of radio broadcasts that lewis gave in england in the 1940s. It is notable for many things, but one of the most useful facets of its composition is a profound simplicity and clarity of prose. Without it there is not the absence of any ideas about god but the presence of wrong ones.
Lewis, the most important writer of the 20th century, explores the common ground upon which all of those of christian faith stand together. Mere christianity is possibly lewis most frequently read work, and was originally given as a series of broadcast talks during the second world war. The notes have been summarized so that a group or discussion leader can lead one chapter per meeting, or the chapters can be grouped together to cover multiple chapters per meeting. Mere christianity leaders notes these pages are a summary of c. Secondly, that they do not in fact behave in that way. It is not the same as the laws of physics or chemistry. Lewis writing the classic book mere christianity is one of those. Most groups will choose to cover the entire book in. Mere christianity study guide critical analysis journal.
Mere christianity study guide 2 book i1 david grice 852011 book i. Click download or read online button to get mere christianity study guide book now. In what ways does the writing reflect the fact that it was originally intended to be heard rather than read. What is god calling you to do during the coronavirus. A site dedicated to book lovers providing a forum to discover and share commentary about the books and authors they enjoy. The law of human nature what are the two basic concepts of chapter one. In week one we will encounter the core of his first book right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe. Enjoy the video and questions for session 1 on your own or with your bible study group and share your comments below. Christopher mitchell, each of which is approximately fiftyminutes long. Mere christianity is a theological book and is considered a classic of christian apologetics, the transcripts of the broadcasts originally appeared in print as three separate pamphlets. Take a deeper dive into the book that has helped shape the way millions of christians think and speak as well as setting the standard for defending christianity to a postmodern world. Study gateway discover the classic message on what all christians believe in this 8session video group study, you will discover why mere christianity by c.
In book i, lewis explores the notion of right and wrong, which he argues is, at its core, an inherently human characteristic that is not, as some would argue, merely a social construct. Characterized by careful reasoning, vivid analogies, and lewiss gift for making complex religious ideas immediately accessible. What, in your opinion, is lewis offering us in mere christianity. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. The pastors prayer and study group is picking up its second book c. Discussing mere christianity small group bible study. The case for christianity 1942, christian behaviour 1943, and beyond personality 1944. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality mere christianity brings together what lewis saw as the fundamental truths of the religion. Most of all, reading this book has changed the lives of countless people.
This book brings together lewiss legendary radio broadcast talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. Pdf mere christianity download full pdf book download. The case for christianity 1942, christian behaviour 1943, and beyond personality. Right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe. Lewis masterful work mere christianity has long been regarded as a classic of christian writings. Mere christianity critical analysis journal homeschool. The law of human nature what is the difference between quarrelling and fighting. It is notable for many things, but one of the most useful. Whether they admit it or not, all men recognize it, and even appeal to it. Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1941 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford during the second world war. Lewis signature classics mere christianity discussion book two chapter 1 notes. First, that human beings, all over the earth, have this curious idea that they ought to behave in a certain way, and cannot really get rid of it. Do christians have to believe that every other religion has gotten it completely wrong.
At age 35, thorough research lead me to conclude that my religious beliefs were unfounded and often. In discussing mere christianity, devin brown engages in conversation about this seminal work of theological conversation by c. What qualities of lewiss speaking voice come through in the book. The book is divided into four books, which we will cover in the course of five weeks. What was the popular view of christ and christianity in england when mere christianity was written. David grice 852011 the english mathematician, physicist, and astronomer sir james hopwood jeans 18771946 made important contributions to the development of quantum theory and to theoretical astrophysics, especially to the theory of stellar structure.
I read this book after i broke free from the highcontrol fundamentalist christian group i was raised in. Discussing mere christianity when your group meets to discuss the book, firstview the appropriate lecture by dr. Mere christianity discussion questions preface where does the title come from. This group is for those interested in studying the thought and writings of c. First heard as informal radio broadcasts and then published as three separate books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond personality mere christianity brings together what lewis saw as the fundamental truths. I first read the book while in college and now i am taking several fellows through the book in a small group setting. What we know today as mere christianity was originally published in three separate. Theology helps us to discern between workedoutthoughtsthroughrealchristianity and socalledpopularchristianity. Lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that has been common to nearly all christians at all times. A passage in the book also influenced the name of contemporary christian texan grammynominated poprock group sixpence none the. Lewis at war the dramatic story behind mere christianity, c. So if you want something thoughtful a book to chew on, that might at times challenge you and certainly will, if nothing. Christianity does not believe that all other religions are wrong through and through.
Lewis and paul mccusker describe how the book was created through a series of radio broadcasts that happened due to the adversity that britain faced during world war ii. He wants to fight the stereotype that christianity is concerned with limiting human happiness. If any topic could be relied upon to wreck a book about mere christianityif any topic makes utterly unprofitable reading for those who do not yet believe that the virgins son is godsurely this is it. Mere christianity is a book that needs to be thought through and really studied. At the end of the first chapter in mere christianity, lewis lays out the scope of his argument. Right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe chapter 1.
The critical analysis journal is a great way to help you really delve into mere christianity and not just read it. Lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that. Mere christianity questions and answers the question and answer sections of our study guides are a great resource to ask questions, find answers, and discuss literature. And so the title of the new book was meant to suggest that on its pages one could find mere christianity.
Mere christianity project gutenberg selfpublishing. One of the most popular introductions to christian faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1942 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford during world war ii. Considered a classic of christian apologetics, the transcripts of the broadcasts originally appeared in print as three separate pamphlets. A dozen books and countless essays later, this interdenominational group. Introduction regarded as the centerpiece of lewiss apologetics, mere christianity began as a series of live fifteenminute radio talks that lewis gave, under the auspices of the bbc, during wwii.
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