Yes or No?: Straight Answers to Tough Questions about Christianity

by Peter Kreeft

Book Overview

The popular Christian apologist Kreeft tackles many of the tough questions of our day concerning Christianity. In a series of imaginative "dialogues", Sal the Seeker and Chris the Christian deal with the profound mysteries of the Gospel. The result is a book that is both engaging and profound, a book that leads readers to initial faith--or to deeper faith.

"The stakes in these dialogues are high. Christianity is God's marriage proposal to the...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0898703581
• ISBN13: 9780898703580
• Release Date: March 1991
• Publisher: Ignatius Press
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.0" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Philosophy and logic on behalf of Christianity

"Yes or No?" is like a streamlined version of Kreeft's popular book "Between Heaven and Hell". The conversation between Sal and Chris guides the reader to the truth of the claims made by Christ and orthodox Christians. Though not for everyone, the short chapters of dialogue hold a potential reader's attention perhaps better than a straight narrative. Reading the comments of some reviewers, one can't help but think they're arguing against Christianity rather than Kreeft. Find out for yourself. For a sample chapter online, simply perform a Google search of the words "Kreeft" and "The Bible: Myth or History?" The book makes an excellent gift for a graduating high school senior or entering college freshman.

Using Dialogue to Reach Answers

Many people seem disappointed by the style of dialogue between the two characters. Let me say that it is a simple conversation, because both particpants are honest in their questions and responses. In real life people are not so honest. The dialogue is not intended to be a simulation of most real life conversations between Christians and unbelievers. He is employing the Socratic method to make his case. In other words, by simply asking the right questions, and giving honest answers, Kreeft demonstrates the plausibility of Christianity. You cannot fault Kreeft for his writing style any more than you can fault Plato for his.Christians can learn how to ask good questions and be patient and honest with unbelievers by reading this book. Unbelievers can see how orthodox Christianity responds to some of the most common objections (that even they may have) about Christianity. I loved this book, and I think any honest thinker will be able to appreciate it, even if they do not agree with it.

a philosopher for the average person!

Peter Kreeft is infinitely understandable and practical. Philosophy is not something most of us are comfortable with. His writings are wonderful and easy for the more main stream person to delve into and become comfortable with. He covers relevant matters in very different formats. He will inform and teach you while also entertaining you, a rare combination. Please read ALL of his works, they are certainly worth it.

A good introductory book for people seeking answers.

I truly enjoyed this book and think that it is a good Q & A text for someone starting out in the Christian faith. While there does seem to be a great deal hostility to this book from the same area in Massachusetts (I have to wonder if it's the same person writing multiple bad reviews?), I would have to strongly disagree with their review. Does this book answer every question completely and in depth? No, nor does it claim to be a comprehensive guide to Christian apologetics. Kreeft doesn't try to 'prove' Christianity so much as he tries to give us good and solid reasons for the faith (1 Peter 3:15). I've known a few young Christians - and old too - who have found the book invaluable. Give the book a shot, I think you'll like it. On the other hand, if your an old pro and you want hard hitting Christian Apologetics, try Kreeft's other book - Handbook of Christian Apologetics: Hundreds of Answers to Crucial Questions. God Bless and good reading!

Interesting style and insightful points

The dialogue between a christian and an athiest is very interesting to read. In this dialogue the athiest is slowly won over to Christianity, but Peter Kreeft does so logically: the athiest does not easily surrender any points made, his conversion, while gradual, makes sense. I recommend this book to anyone from 12-40 (or anyone learning to share the faith)as it is a solid read, but is not as intellectually 'deep' as some of his other books.