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. 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. 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. 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. Some objections is the moral law social convention or instinct. The case for christianity 1942, christian behaviour 1943, and beyond personality. A dozen books and countless essays later, this interdenominational group. I first read the book while in college and now i am taking several fellows through the book in a small group setting. Lewis argues for the existence of god, and then proceeds to outline what he believes are the fundamental tenants of christianity. 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.
Mere christianity study guide critical analysis journal. Lewis writing the classic book mere christianity is one of those. 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. What we know today as mere christianity was originally published in three separate. The booklet serves as an answer guide to mere christianity bible study. What, in your opinion, is lewis offering us in mere christianity. Theology helps us to discern between workedoutthoughtsthroughrealchristianity and socalledpopularchristianity. 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. Mere christianity study guide 2 book i1 david grice 852011 book i. The law of human nature what are the two basic concepts of chapter one. 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. Enjoy the video and questions for session 1 on your own or with your bible study group and share your comments below.
Sometimes it sounds funny and sometimes it sounds merely unpleasant. In book three of mere christianity, lewis will study the rules of christian morality in more detail. 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. Without it there is not the absence of any ideas about god but the presence of wrong ones. Mere christianity discussion questions preface where does the title come from. 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. Most groups will choose to cover the entire book in. Thereare six to seven questions for each of the lectures. 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. Mere christianity critical analysis journal homeschool. 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. Introductory study guide for mere christianity created by. 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.
Whether they admit it or not, all men recognize it, and even appeal to it. The pastors prayer and study group is picking up its second book c. What qualities of lewiss speaking voice come through in the book. In week one we will encounter the core of his first book right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe. The impact of these broadcasts and the subsequent book, mere christianity.
At the end of the first chapter in mere christianity, lewis lays out the scope of his argument. What was the popular view of christ and christianity in england when mere christianity was written. At age 35, thorough research lead me to conclude that my religious beliefs were unfounded and often. The case for christianity 1942, christian behaviour 1943, and beyond personality 1944. The critical analysis journal is a great way to help you really delve into mere christianity and not just read it. Bringing together lewis legendary broadcast talks during world war two from his three previous books the case for christianity, christian behavior, and beyond. Christopher mitchell, each of which is approximately fiftyminutes long. Lewis signature classics mere christianity discussion book two chapter 1 notes. 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. 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. Lewis, the most important writer of the 20th century, explores the common ground upon which all of those of christian faith stand together. Most of all, reading this book has changed the lives of countless people.
Secondly, that they do not in fact behave in that way. 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 what ways does the writing reflect the fact that it was originally intended to be heard rather than read. Christianity does not believe that all other religions are wrong through and through. 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. Lewis should not be difficult but rather a rewarding, lifechanging experience.
And so the title of the new book was meant to suggest that on its pages one could find mere christianity. The rival conceptions of god tonight we discuss rival conceptions of god, where does christianity agree and disagree with the other major world religions. Discussing mere christianity small group bible study. Pdf mere christianity download full pdf book download. Some have even claimed lewis is the most important writer of the 20th century.
Lewis, adapted from a series of bbc radio talks made between 1942 and 1944, while lewis was at oxford during world war ii. Lewiss forceful and accessible doctrine of christian belief. It is not the same as the laws of physics or chemistry. In discussing mere christianity, devin brown engages in conversation about this seminal work of theological conversation by c. Theres no better tool for making that happen than with the mere christianity study guide. In 2006, christianity today ranked lewiss book third in its list of the most influential books since 1945. Considered a classic of christian apologetics, the transcripts of the broadcasts originally appeared in print as three separate pamphlets. Lewis at war the dramatic story behind mere christianity, c. Mere not in the sense of something light or simple, but rather at its essence, no denominational trappings, no extra. 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. Mere christianity is possibly lewis most frequently read work, and was originally given as a series of broadcast talks during the second world war. This group is for those interested in studying the thought and writings of c. A site dedicated to book lovers providing a forum to discover and share commentary about the books and authors they enjoy. Click download or read online button to get mere christianity study guide book now.
One of the most popular introductions to christian faith ever written, mere christianity has sold millions of copies worldwide. Christians are free to think that all other religions, even the most obscure ones, contain at least some hint of the truth. Discussing mere christianity trailer discussing mere christianity session one the dvd and study guide are available. Mere christianity is a book that needs to be thought through and really studied. Occasionally the work of other authors that touch on the similar themes and topics found in lewis writings e. Book 1 1 there has been a great deal of soft soap talked about god for the last hundred years. Check out our revolutionary sidebyside summary and analysis. A passage in the book also influenced the name of contemporary christian texan grammynominated poprock group sixpence none the. The book is divided into four books, which we will cover in the course of five weeks. 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. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want.
Lewiss legendary broadcast talks of the war years, talks in which he set out simply to explain and defend the belief that. It is notable for many things, but one of the most useful facets of its composition is a profound simplicity and clarity of prose. Do christians have to believe that every other religion has gotten it completely wrong. Characterized by careful reasoning, vivid analogies, and lewiss gift for making complex religious ideas immediately accessible. The case for christianity broadcast talks in the uk 1942, christian. Here is the story of the extraordinary life and afterlife of this influential and muchbeloved book. Lewis masterful work mere christianity has long been regarded as a classic of christian writings. Right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe chapter 1. Mere christianity leaders notes these pages are a summary of c. So if you want something thoughtful a book to chew on, that might at times challenge you and certainly will, if nothing. Right and wrong as a clue to the meaning of the universe. He wants to fight the stereotype that christianity is concerned with limiting human happiness. The law of human nature what is the difference between quarrelling and fighting.
Mere christianity project gutenberg selfpublishing. I read this book after i broke free from the highcontrol fundamentalist christian group i was raised in. Mere christianity is one of the most popular christian books in history. Lewis, an anglican, intended to describe the christian common ground.
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