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Compiled by Strobel well after his conversion, this book is not an exhaustive list of anthropological, archeological, and psychological evidence that stands up to every objection against the historical Jesus. An exhaustive list will never be enough in a journey that eventually requires some measure of faith. In the words of [a:Pope Benedict XVI|4905855|Benedict XVI|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1307445928p2/4905855.jpg], the "demand for proof is a constantly recurring theme in the story of Jesus' life... and we make that same demand of God and Christ and his Church throughout the whole of history".
What this book offers, however, is a detailed exploration of the available data across multiple fields of study in favor of the Christian understanding of Jesus. At its heart, [b:The Case for Christ|73186|The Case for Christ|Lee Strobel|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1448776489l/73186._SY75_.jpg|333464] is a conversion story, and quite a powerful one at that. For anyone interested in an overview of how to present Christianity as a well-reasoned option from the historical perspective, this is a great compilation of sources to start with! I learned quite a lot!
Cons:
Strobel's research can feel so in depth at times that it is hard to remember that this book is only a starting point for this topic. There were many points that I wish he had pursued in greater detail and some points at which I felt an argument was waived away for the sake of keeping the book concise. It's understandable, but leaves me wanting more.
Maybe it's nit-picky, but as a Catholic, the fact that communion was totally glossed over in two sentences as a symbolic celebration just HURT. These guys are wading knee deep in early apostolic documents - they have to know there has always been more to it than that.
Pros:
Strobel's motif in which he mirrored each topic against real court cases was absolutely intriguing. His narrative prowess was made evident in the opening chapter and he was able to maintain my interest in a way that very few non-fiction books are able to.
The audiobook narration performed by Strobel himself was riveting. I didn't expect that he would be so talented!
What this book offers, however, is a detailed exploration of the available data across multiple fields of study in favor of the Christian understanding of Jesus. At its heart, [b:The Case for Christ|73186|The Case for Christ|Lee Strobel|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1448776489l/73186._SY75_.jpg|333464] is a conversion story, and quite a powerful one at that. For anyone interested in an overview of how to present Christianity as a well-reasoned option from the historical perspective, this is a great compilation of sources to start with! I learned quite a lot!
Cons:
Strobel's research can feel so in depth at times that it is hard to remember that this book is only a starting point for this topic. There were many points that I wish he had pursued in greater detail and some points at which I felt an argument was waived away for the sake of keeping the book concise. It's understandable, but leaves me wanting more.
Maybe it's nit-picky, but as a Catholic, the fact that communion was totally glossed over in two sentences as a symbolic celebration just HURT. These guys are wading knee deep in early apostolic documents - they have to know there has always been more to it than that.
Pros:
Strobel's motif in which he mirrored each topic against real court cases was absolutely intriguing. His narrative prowess was made evident in the opening chapter and he was able to maintain my interest in a way that very few non-fiction books are able to.
The audiobook narration performed by Strobel himself was riveting. I didn't expect that he would be so talented!