Short Answers to Big Questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity - Softcover

Clinton E. Arnold; Arnold, Jeff

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0801016665 ISBN 13: 9780801016660

Publisher: Baker Books, 2015

Synopsis

This accessible reference offers short and to-the-point answers to fifty pressing questions people have about God, the Bible, and Christianity, including

- Are there errors or contradictions in the Bible?
- Do science and faith conflict?
- Is hell a real place?
- What will heaven be like?
- Is it possible to prove God exists?
- Why did Jesus have to die?
- Does God hate sex?
- Do Christians have to go to church?
- and many more

This book is for those who want a clear introduction to the essential teachings of Christianity to help them grow in faith and in preparation to share the basics of Christian belief.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Your biggest questions about God and faith--answered.

This book provides short and to-the-point answers to pressing questions about God, the Bible, and Christianity, including

· What will heaven be like?
· Can a Christian be demon possessed?
· Do science and faith conflict?
· Is hell a real place?
· Is it possible to prove God exists?
· What is God like?
· What is my purpose in life?
· and many more.

If you want a clear introduction to the essential teachings of Christianity, look no further.
"This book is a rare treasure because it combines the scholar's mind and tough thinking with a pastor's heart, all written in an interesting and very accessible style."--J. P. Moreland, Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University; author of The Soul: How We Know It's Real and Why It Matters

"If you've ever wondered whether the Bible contains contradictions, or how science and faith can work together, or whether Jesus truly represents the only way to heaven, this book is for you. It is filled with practical, easily digestible answers to some of the most pressing questions about the Christian faith."--Jim Daly, president of Focus on the Family

"Seismic shifts in our culture over the past decade necessitate answers to questions we once took for granted. I'm so grateful for this theologically robust volume written in language readily understood by a broad audience."--Bryan Loritts, pastor for preaching and mission at Trinity Grace Church, New York City; author of An Indestructible Life

About the Author:

Clinton E. Arnold is dean of Talbot School of Theology in La Mirada, California. Prior to becoming dean, he was a professor in the New Testament department for twenty-five years. He is the author of many books, including 3 Crucial Questions about Spiritual Warfare, and is the editor of the Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary.

Jeff Arnold is a high school English and logic teacher in Santa Ana, California. A former youth pastor, he is the creator of Unleashed, an intensive training camp for Christian high schoolers that equips them to share their faith. He also trains new believers in the basics of theology as part of a team at his local church.

About this edition

• Publisher: Baker Books
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0801016665
• ISBN 13: 9780801016660
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 366