Philosophy, Who Needs It?
A Layman’s Introduction to Philosophy
- Philosophy
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Published: 2016
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Publisher's Description
Too often skeptics charge Christians with having a blind faith. Unfortunately, believers have added fuel to the charges of skeptics by speaking of their faith illogically. But the Christian faith is not a blind faith. In fact, biblical faith is never a blind, irrational faith. Christianity rests firmly on the stone that was rejected by the builders, which has become the cornerstone--Jesus Christ (Acts 4:11). Living biblically requires thinking biblically, just as "to think biblically entails to live biblically," as Winfried Corduan notes in the Foreword. As followers of Christ, believers cannot separate biblical thinking and biblical living. These two behaviors are eternally connected not only in the person of Jesus Christ, but they stem from the eternal being of God the Father and his eternal truth. Christ mandates that his followers love God with their entire being--heart, soul, mind, and strength (Mark 12:30). How are believers to go about living out this biblical mandate? Christian faith is a warranted belief. This is why it is so essential that Christians recognize the value and importance of philosophy and its proper place in Christendom and in the Christian's walk.
Endorsements (25)
“The author has given us a superb introduction to, and a biblical rationale for, the study of Philosophy. Further, he has clearly outlined and defended Christianity's great need to continually pursue the intellectual development of its mind. This important release could not have been more timely for our postmodern age.”
“Every person is a philosopher, but few can articulate their philosophy of life or possess a sufficient understanding of the influences on their thinking. In Philosophy, Who Needs It?, Jason Crowder guides readers toward a greater knowledge of the nature of philosophy and aids them in developing a Christian view of life. Anyone giving careful attention to this book will walk away with a mind and heart more thoroughly shaped through Christian truth.”
“In order to communicate effectively with the world regarding 'the way, the truth, and the life,' Christians should be conversant in how to approach truth and knowledge. Dr. Crowder's book provides an excellent, accessible introduction to philosophy that readers will find relevant, useful, and properly balanced with Scripture. This is the book on philosophy I can recommend to all Christians regardless of their level of experience.”
“We are living in an emotionally-driven culture that has not often paid clear thinking its due. Such a situation is putting the proverbial 'cart-before-the horse.' The result is numerous people on a wide path paved by unexamined experiences or under-evaluated truth claims. It could be argued that the issue is not that we live in a society where intelligence is lacking, but instead that comparatively few people know how to think. Jason Crowder's Philosophy, Who Needs It? comes to the rescue helping readers to get at the meaning and application of knowledge. Crowder approaches his topic as a Christian who believes that faith is foundational for understanding truth. He writes in a winsome style that is compelling, convincing, and challenging. Philosophy, Who Needs It? will be useful for high school, college, and graduate students as well as for anyone who wants to better understand the vital role of philosophy in properly evaluating the world in which we live from a biblical perspective.”
“Jason Crowder has written an excellent resource for parents, church leaders, and anyone who is interested in pursuing and defending truth. This practical and scholarly work shows how faith in God complements our God-given ability to think. As Crowder's pastor, I appreciate the way he utilizes proper biblical hermeneutics, church history, personal stories, and everyday illustrations to equip philosophers from all walks of life with discernment. He provides the necessary tools for sorting out and engaging the clamoring voices of formal and informal philosophers who assert their unbiblical, relativistic, politically correct views. This book is a must-read for Christians who want to effectively show and tell others that Christianity is the only logical and sustainable worldview.”
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