Paul K. Moser

A Little Book for New Philosophers

Philosophy

“Paul Copan has a special gift for making philosophy accessible to a wide audience. Here he focuses on philosophically inclined Christians who are fearful or cynical about philosophy. He contends that philosophy done right can benefit our understanding and worship of God. I highly recommend that all Christians who doubt the value of philosophy attend to Paul Copan's lucid case. They will not be disappointed.”

Beyond Immanence

Theology

“What has Barth to do with Kierkegaard? Many significant things, according to Torrance and Torrance. They identify Kierkegaard’s influence on Barth in the areas of philosophy and theology, with culturally defined religion being a shared target of criticism. They rightly focus on the importance to both Kierkegaard and Barth of interpreting divine self-disclosure on its own terms and in its own light, including in the light of the divine incarnation in Jesus Christ. For anyone concerned with the relation between Kierkegaard and Barth, this is the book.”

Doing Philosophy as a Christian

Philosophy

“Sooner or later, reflective Christians will face the question of what to do with the academic discipline of philosophy. Garrett DeWeese rightly contends that Jesus as Lord has an important bearing on this question. This book aims to spell out this bearing of Jesus. In doing so, it merits careful attention from all reflective Christians.”

Ethics and the Autonomy of Philosophy

Philosophy

“Walker offers an introductory ethics textbook from a broadly Christian perspective, without reducing philosophy to theology. He touches on a wide range of controversial ethical issues and takes exception to the published views of various Christian philosophers on ethics. Readers will find an abundance of examples that prompt lively discussion of ethical topics and the relevance of a Christian perspective on morality.”

Following Faith with P. T. Forsyth

Bible Studies & Devotionals

“P. T. Forsyth is unmatched as a theologian who probes and illuminates the New Testament gospel of God’s saving work in Christ. In a rare but valuable approach to Forsyth, Donald McKim offers daily devotional readings that present and elaborate on well-chosen excerpts from Forsyth’s writings. Recommended for anyone interested in understanding and obeying the New Testament gospel.”

From Despair to Faith

Philosophy

“Barnett (Villanova Univ.) examines Kierkegaard's contribution as a spiritual writer, i.e., as a writer who aimed to involve readers in faith in God. This literary aim stems from the influence of Catholic and Protestant Pietism on Kierkegaard (including the influence of, for example, Thomas à Kempis, Johannes Tauler, and François Fénelon). It figures in Kierkegaard's publication of his many 'upbuilding' or 'edifying' discourses, which seek the spiritual benefit of readers and not the mere imparting of information. Barnett clarifies Kierkegaard's spiritual literary aim in connection with the latter's understanding of one's interior life as a challenge to move from despair to faith in God. He also investigates Kierkegaard's understanding of pictures of godliness, in the natural world and in biblical personalities, as aids toward faith in God. The book is remarkably lucid and illuminating in its treatment of a widely neglected side of Kierkegaard. Being nontechnical, it is accessible to college students at all levels and will be enlightening to teachers and scholars too. It shows critical awareness of the relevant literature on Kierkegaard. For all libraries supporting work on theology, philosophy, and Kierkegaard. Summing Up: Highly recommended. Lower-division undergraduates and above.”

Responsible Belief

Philosophy

“When is belief responsible and when is it not? Complexities abound in this area of inquiry, but Frazier contends that an answer must attend to the history and the psychology of a belief. In addition, intellectual virtues must be front and center, according to his story. Ideas from Aristotle, Philo, Augustine, and Peirce loom large, as theology joins philosophy in the quest for explanation. Readers will find here an abundance of relevant ideas as they seek a responsible portrait of responsible belief.”

That's Just Your Interpretation

World Religions

“A number of criticisms of Christianity loom large in our day, hindering many people from participating in the Good News. Paul Copan offers a powerful, wonderfully lucid antidote. He manifests the conceptual skills of a fine philosopher and theologian as well as the heart of a sincere Christian. This combination is potent indeed, illuminating a wide range of pressing issues about the Christian faith. Attentive readers will benefit immensely from Copan’s outstanding work.”