Guinness, Os
Fool's Talk
- ISBN 13:
- 9780830844487
- author:
- Guinness, Os
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- IVP USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 270
- Dimensions:
- 22.6 x 15 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Religion & Spirituality,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Fool's Talk: Recovering the Art of Christian Persuasion by Os Guinness is a comprehensive exploration of the art and power of creative persuasion. In our increasingly secular world, Christians face a challenge in making a convincing case for the gospel to those who are not interested. Guinness argues that actual persuasion requires more than a one-size-fits-all approach, drawing on the traditions of thinkers such as Erasmus, Pascal, and C.S. Lewis. He demonstrates how apologetic persuasion must combine both rational and imaginative approaches, turning the tables on listeners' assumptions to surprise them with signals of transcendence and the credibility of the gospel. This book is the result of forty years of thinking, honed in countless talks and discussions at leading universities and intellectual centers around the world. It offers a fresh perspective on the persuasive power of Christian witness, making it an essential read for anyone seeking to engage with those who may not be receptive to traditional methods of evangelism and apologetics.
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