Worldviews and the Problem of Evil: A Comparative Approach - Softcover

Campbell Jr., Ronnie P.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1683593057 ISBN 13: 9781683593058

Publisher: Lexham Press, 2019

Synopsis

How does the Christian response to the problem of evil contrast with that of other worldviews?

Most attempts at answering the problem of evil either present a straightforward account of the truth claims of Christianity or defend a minimalist concept of God. This book is different. Inside, you'll examine four worldviews' responses to the problem of evil. Then, you'll hear the author's argument that Christian theism makes better sense of the phenomenon of evil in the worldâ?"equipping you to reach an informed conclusion.

This book's unique approachâ?"integrating worldviews with apologetics with theologyâ?"will give you a better understanding of the debate surrounding the problem of evil, in both philosophy and theology.

Learn to think cogently and theologically about the problem of evil and Christianity's ability to answer its challenges with Worldviews and the Problem of Evil as your guide.

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About the Author

Ronnie Campbell (Ph.D. Liberty University) is associate professor of theology at Liberty University's Rawlings School of Divinity. He is the author of For Love of God: An Invitation to Theology.

Review

Which worldview best addresses the various specifics of arguably the thorniest philosophical problem of all? In this careful and thorough analysis, Campbell probes the most central cognate dilemmas in order to evaluate the ability of each perspective to provide the best insights without avoiding the toughest sub-issues. The chief benefit of this volume is being guided through the maze by an insider. Highly recommended. ―Gary R. Habermas, Distinguished Research Professor and Chair, Department of Philosophy, Liberty Universit (2019-08-08)

Campbell makes a compelling, clear, and insightful case that Christian theism offers a preferable framework for understanding and addressing the problem of evil. Along the way, Campbell carefully introduces and charitably engages a host of theological and philosophical issues, providing a well-written and easy-to-read treatment that will be of value to both introductory and more seasoned readers. ―John C. Peckham, Professor of Theology and Christian Philosophy, Andrews University

(2019-08-08)

Amid the sea of books dealing with the problem of evil, Ronnie Campbell’s work truly stands out. By bringing to bear philosophy of religion, religious studies, and analytic theology, Campbell argues that a robust, “thick” Christian theism explains evil as well as or better than rival worldviews. I highly recommend this creative volume for philosophers and theologians alike, and indeed anyone troubled by the problem of evil (as we all should be). ―Garrett J. DeWeese, Professor at large, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University

(2019-08-08)

Edition details

• Publisher: Lexham Press
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 1683593057
• ISBN 13: 9781683593058
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 352