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Why Good Arguments Often Fail: Making a More Persuasive Case for Christ

James W. Sire

Why is it that solid, rational arguments for the Christian faith often fail? James Sire, public defender of the Christian faith, has asked himself that question. Sometimes the arguments themselves just aren't that good. How can we make them better? Sire offers insights on making a persuasive case for Christ.

Book Details

  • Publisher: IVP
  • Publish Date: Feb 22nd, 2006
  • Pages: 206
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.30in - 5.90in - 0.60in - 0.59lb
  • EAN: 9780830833818
  • Categories: Christian Theology - ApologeticsChristian Ministry - Evangelism

About the Author

Sire, James W.: -

James W. Sire (Ph.D., University of Missouri), formerly a senior editor at InterVarsity Press, is the author of many books, including The Universe Next Door, Why Should Anyone Believe Anything at All?, Habits of the Mind and Apologetics Beyond Belief

Praise for this book

"One of the key features of the book is the inclusion of a discussion on factors that persuade or dissuade people of different points of view. Sire is extremely practical in addressing issues such as the danger of the use of defective arguments, which often do more harm than good and the importance of sensitivity to the questioner. In three well-arranged sections, Sire discusses defective argumentation, how one's worldview influences one's beliefs and how to best present the gospel. He also, in the end, includes an extensive bibliographywith comments and suggestions that is invaluable."--Varughese John, Dharma Deepika, January-June 2010
"One of the key features of the book is the inclusion of a discussion on factors that persuade or dissuade people of different points of view. Sire is extremely practical in addressing issues such as the danger of the use of defective arguments, which often do more harm than good and the importance of sensitivity to the questioner. In three well-arranged sections, Sire discusses defective argumentation, how one's worldview influences one's beliefs and how to best present the gospel. He also, in the end, includes an extensive bibliographywith comments and suggestions that is invaluable."