Unshakable Foundations

by Norman L. Geisler and Peter Bocchino

Book Overview

Time-Tested Apologetic Truths From Two Leading Authorities Seeking steadfast answers about the difficult questions of life on which to stand firm? This comprehensive and eminently readable survey of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764224085
• ISBN13: 9780764224089
• Release Date: August 2000
• Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

Perfect starting point

For many years now, Christian apologetics has been a scattered, unorganized field, full of random facts that didn't really come together to form a coherent picture. As someone who is very skeptical and has struggled with whether or not to believe in the Christian worldivew, that was always very frustrating for me when attempting to do research. Unshakable Foundations has completely changed that, and has in a sense revolutionized Christian apologetics. Most of these ideas were always out there, but Bocchino and Geisler have given them structure, starting with no assumptions (one of the very first topics in the book is whether there is even such a thing as truth) to build an airtight case for Christianity that is just about impossible to get around. Jesus and the Bible are not even mentioned until near the end of the book, undercutting any charges of bias or unreasonable assumptions. It's just basic logic, pure and simple, and it is stunning how the authors take that logic to show how it can only lead to one conclusion. This is a great book for Christians and non-Christians alike, young and old, seekers and believers. For anyone who takes seriously questions about our existence, meaning, a higher power, etc., there is no better starting point than Unshakable Foundations.

Compressed Apologetics, Easy, Thought Provoking Reading

If you have never read any apologetics books, read this one. The size may seem daunting, but start it and see if you don't find it easy going and thought provoking. I read it smiling at times as the text flows along touching on many areas where Geisler has gone in great depth in other books. This is a book that will introduce you to the world of apologetics and will give you a framework for talking with others. As an avid apologetics reader I like the way this book starts with first principles to construct a lens with which to view things. Most people I talk with use their personal "Common sense" or "Personal preference" style of reasoning when defending their beliefs. This is common place within the church, any church, and makes for poor answers to the worlds questions. I have been able to teach 3rd thru 6th grade children these concepts during half hour talks on Wednesday nights over the past two years. I bought this book just after the start of classes this year and was amazed that it started where I had started! So I have been following it's methodology all year and the children sit on the edge of their seats and raise their hands and get involved! If I can teach this to young children in half hour dialogue once a week, you can profit from it also.

Great for research

As a researcher/writer for Christian curriculum, I am always looking for new sources from which to pull material. Unshakable Foundations by Bocchino and Geisler is a must-have for my library. This book provides clear and concise answers that are also relevant in today's society. It is one of the only apologetic books I have found that is both contemporary and easy to understand. It will make my entire research process a lot easier.

A Method for the Madness of Evangelism

This book gives a comprehensive argument for the overwhelming reasonableness of the Christian Faith. Bocchino and Geisler not only give information, but develop a practical and effective method for apologetics and evangelism. Starting with "first principles" (assumptions necessary for rational thought), they delineate the basic beliefs of the major worldviews (i.e. theism, naturalism), and then critique each worldview to determine which one stands up to first principles, science, and law. He then examines some potential problems with Christianity(i.e. the origin of evil), and finishes the book by addressing ethical questions, such as abortion and euthanasia.

The New Standard for Popular Apologetics

Bocchino and Geisler have put together the best popular case for the Christian worldview in print. Assuming nothing, they begin by pointing out the validity of first principles (which are foundational for all thought) and then go on to address questions regarding: truth, worldviews, science, the origin of life, macroevolution, intelligent design, law, justice, God and evil, History and Jesus, the Deity of Christ, ethics and morals, and Heaven and Hell. They do all this while driving home important points through charts and illustrations--a must in today's visually-oriented culture. This is a book that will not only enlighten and sharpen you, but also provide you an excellent foundation from which to teach. In fact, a CD of the book's illustrations will be available summer 2001 for those who would like to present these truths in the classroom. This truly is a foundational work!