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Strobel, Lee, 1952- author.

The case for faith : a journalist investigates the toughest objections to Christianity / Lee Strobel.

Grand Rapids, Michigan : Zondervan, [2000]

300 pages ; 21 cm

The author, a former atheist who became a Christian after two years of examining the historical evidence about God and Jesus, addresses some of the bothersome issues that often hinder people in their quest for faith, including questions about suffering and evil, science and evolution, different beliefs, hell, and doubt.

Apologetics.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 271-290) and index.

Introduction: The Challenge of Faith -- On the Road to Answers -- Since Evil and Suffering Exist, a Loving God Cannot -- Since Miracles Contradict Science, They Cannot Be True -- Evolution Explains Life, So God Isn't Needed -- God Isn't Worthy of Worship If He Kills Innocent Children -- It's Offensive to Claim Jesus Is the Only Way to God -- A Loving God Would Never Torture People in Hell -- Church History Is Littered with Oppression and Violence -- I Still Have Doubts, So I Can't Be a Christian -- Conclusion: The Power of Faith.

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