Apologetics Beyond Reason: Why Seeing Really Is Believing

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The author's goal is to equip readers to see and hear God's signals in literature and in life. He shows how to develop a deeper understanding of God and the world through the power of literature and the arts. "The signals of transcendence are all around us," says Sire. "We need to learn to see them." "Pause, gaze, and listen. Can you perceive it? Do you sense it? A million whispers of God's truth in Christ surround us. I've caught glimpses, but God is speaking directly to you as well. Open your eyes, tune in, and discover. In this captivating work, seasoned apologist Jim Sire gifts us with a new lens to discern the subtle yet profound "echoes of transcendence" that permeate our world, pointing to the specific truth of God in Christ. By tapping into the transformative power of literature, even from authors who doubt God's existence, we can intuit and attest to God's reality in ways that rational discourse alone cannot. "While reason can be a valuable guide, what truly resonates and convinces us is multifaceted," Sire notes. "We need a more comprehensive apologetic that encompasses not only truth but also beauty and goodness." All creative expression originates from God, the ultimate Creator, and some divine truths remain hidden until an artist uncovers them. Literature, whether penned from a Christian perspective or not, showcases our collective understanding of God, the universe, and humanity. It testifies to the existence of a realm beyond the mundane and often, in fact, to the truth of the Christian faith. Sire's aim is to empower readers to recognize and respond to God's whispers in literature and life. He demonstrates how to cultivate a deeper understanding of God and the world through the power of literature and the arts. "The echoes of transcendence are omnipresent," Sire affirms. "We need to learn to perceive them."

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James W. Sire

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