Casey Taylor says:

If famed atheist Christopher Hitchens suddenly embraced Jesus Christ, what would he write to explain and defend Christian belief?

It might look something like "Mere Christianity."

Beloved author of "The Chronicles of Narnia," C.S. Lewis was once an atheist who later embraced Jesus Christ. Lewis went on to become a passionate and articulate defender of classical Christianity. "Mere Christianity" is considered to be his magnum opus defense of Christian belief.

In "Mere Christianity," Lewis strikes at the core of what Christians - all Christians - believe to be true about God and the world God has created. The title, which sounds strange today, simply refers to commonly shared beliefs among all Christians: Catholics, Orthodox, Protestants, etc. Lewis begins with the Moral Argument for God's existence, moving ever closer to the person of Jesus Christ. The latter half of the book addresses what Christians belief BECAUSE of who we believe Jesus to be. He touches on issues of sexuality, sacraments, virtues, etc.

Some of Lewis' language is a bit dated. His beliefs about gender roles and marriage may also rub some readers/listeners the wrong way. But none of these detract from the significance of this book.

The narrator is fantastic. I'm so glad they found a British narrator to read a book by a British author.

I highly recommend "Mere Christianity." #

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Nicki Maguire says:

As this is a such classic book that is quoted so many times, I was very interested in hearing it for the first time.

As it was originally broadcast on the radio during World War Two, it does comes across as pretty dated and from a completely different world in which we are living today. However, the arguments are very good and clear, although the analogies are from a different era.

I did find some of it quite boring as the narrator is quite monotone in his delivery, although he is very clear and easy to understand. However, it was great to have a English voice narrating for a change.

I think its best to listen to this gradually, rather than in one go, as there is lots to think about.

I think this would be best for people who are very keen on studying doctrines, rather than a casual enquirer.

Thanks to christianaudio.com Reviewers Program for this copy.
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Bradley Chambers says:

Mere Christianity should be a staple in every believers library. C.S. Lewis compiled this book after a series of radio lectures. It's a great book that really gets to the heart of what it means to be a Christian. Whether you are a Baptist, Pres., Methodist or any other denomination, you need to read this book! Lewis shows how we are all united with CHRIST! It's 10 hours long, so you get a great bang for your buck

The narrator is fine. His voice was deep and made the book enjoyable. I would highly recommend picking this book up! #

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