Edited by Michael J. Murray

"During the last two decades there has been a renaissance of excellent activity in Christian philosophy. With notable exceptions, the fruits of this work have not permeated the seminaries or the lay community…That is why the release of Reason for the Hope Within is more than just the publication of a new book. It symbolizes a hope for a new day. The book provides believers and unbelievers alike with a refreshing, stimulating, and powerful treatment of crucial issues relevant to spiritual and intellectual flourishing and the credibility of Christianity. This is a book that simply must be studied by pastors, lay leaders, and indeed, all those who wish to be strengthened in their Christian faith or challenged to embrace it." J. P. Moreland Talbot School of Theology, Biola University

"Reason for the Hope Within addresses in an informal and accessible manner questions that are frequently asked by intelligent and reflective church leaders and laity. In doing so, the book demonstrates how recent work in philosophy can be of use to thoughtful Christians. I sincerely hope it will be widely read." William J. Wainwright University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

"This book goes on the required reading list of everyone interested in the best of contemporary Christian apologetics. It is learned, engaging, and clear. The writers avoid two excesses: the overweening rationalism and triumphalism infecting much of evangelical apologetics, and the fear of reason that paralyzes and isolates many Christians. This book is 'faith seeking understanding' at its finest." Kelly James Clark Calvin College

"A brilliantly executed distillation of recent philosophical explorations of basic themes in the Christian faith, put into a form that is accessible to general readers. This work can make an enormous difference in the thinking of Christian believers, and of those interested in Christianity, about the contents and the status of Christian belief." William P. Alston Syracuse University

"Young Christian philosophers address some of the main areas of philosophy of concern to the broader Christian community, and do so in a way accessible to nonphilosophers. Bravo!" Alvin Plantinga in Faith and Philosophy

Paperback, 429 pages, indexed
Published 1999