
Transcriber's Note
THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY
PREFACE TO NINTH EDITION.
PART I. NATURAL RELIGION.
CHAPTER I. THAT THE UNIVERSE HAD A CREATOR
CHAPTER II. THAT THE CREATOR DESIGNED THE UNIVERSE.
CHAPTER III. THAT THE EXISTENCE OF GOD IS EXTREMELY PROBABLE.
CHAPTER IV. THAT MAN IS A FREE AND RESPONSIBLE BEING.
CHAPTER V. THAT GOD TAKES AN INTEREST IN MAN'S WELFARE.
CHAPTER VI. THAT GOD MIGHT MAKE SOME REVELATION TO MAN.
A measured and accessible exploration of the case for Christianity, this work invites listeners to consider the evidence behind the faith without resorting to polemics or lofty theology. It begins by laying out the historical, philosophical, and moral arguments that have shaped Christian belief, presenting each point in straightforward language that anyone with a curious mind can follow. The author’s aim is not merely to persuade believers but to engage skeptics in a fair dialogue rooted in common‑sense reasoning.
Readers and reviewers alike have praised the book for its balanced approach, noting the author’s willingness to address objections head‑on while maintaining an impartial tone. The clear, logical structure and lack of rhetorical flourish make it a practical resource for both laypersons and those studying Christian apologetics. Its readability and honest examination have earned commendations across a wide spectrum of publications, suggesting it remains a valuable tool for thoughtful discussion.
Full title
The Truth of Christianity Being an Examination of the More Important Arguments For and Against Believing in That Religion
Language
en
Duration
~13 hours (783K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Heiko Evermann, Quentin Johnson, Fox in the Stars, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images scanned by Fox in the Stars from the collection of Brays Advent Christian Church in Iberia, Missouri)
Release date
2013-04-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1856–1938
Known for a wide-ranging defense of Christian belief, this British author wrote clearly and directly for readers wrestling with big questions about faith. He is best remembered for The Truth of Christianity, a work that stayed in print through multiple editions.
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