Logic and the Way of Jesus: Thinking Critically and Christianly

In Logic and the Way of Jesus, philosophy professor Travis Dickinson recaptures the need for a Christian view of reality, highlighting the use of reason and evidence to develop and defend Christian beliefs. He demonstrates how Jesus employed logic in his teachings, surveys the basic concepts of logic, and marries those concepts with practical application. While Dickinson contends that Christians have failed to engage the culture deeply because they have failed to emphasize and value a Christian intellect, he offers encouragement that embracing the life of the Christian mind can impact the world for the cause and kingdom of Christ. Visit the Lifeway Brand Store for more inspirational products.   Review “Those of us who teach logic and critical thinking in Christian universities, colleges, and seminaries have long dreamt of a book like this. Travis Dickinson’s Logic and the Way of Jesus is the new gold standard in the field. There is no close second. Not only does it teach the fundamentals of logic in remarkably clear and practical terms; it demonstrates how a basic grasp of critical thinking skills is essential to loving God with our minds, forming a consistent Christian worldview, and following Jesus-our Lord and the preeminent logician. This book is required reading for all who would ‘contend for the faith’ in our spiritually confused, post-Christian generation!”-Richard Brian Davis, professor of philosophy, Tyndale University    “Logic and the Way of Jesus is an incisive, thoughtful, and carefully designed look at what it means to think Christianly about all aspects of life. In this outstanding book, Travis Dickinson brilliantly and insightfully connects intellectual curiosity, an understanding of logic, critical thinking, the place of faith and reason, and the importance of developing a Christian worldview. In doing so, he winsomely and persuasively invites Christ followers to think and live in a renewed and holistic way in order to change lives, strengthen churches, enhance Christian entities, advance the gospel, and bring glory to the one, true, and living God. Heartily recommended!”-David S. Dockery, president, International Alliance for Christian Education, and distinguished professor of theology, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary   “Brilliant! This is the book I’ve been waiting for: a clarion call to reject anti-intellectualism and love God with all our minds. Dickinson’s Logic and the Way of Jesus is one part inspiring and one part practical: a perfect blend, showing the brilliance of Jesus, the Master Logician, and the call of his followers to think critically and Christianly in a world gone mad.”-Paul M. Gould, associate professor of philosophy of religion, Palm Beach Atlantic University    “Logic and the Way of Jesus is an accessible guide that helps equip followers of the Way to cultivate a more responsible, intellectually virtuous character, one that is modeled by Christ himself and rooted and nourished in the life-giving reality of the triune God. Dickinson reminds us that the intellectual pursuit of God is to be understood primarily in the context of the first and greatest commandment: to love the Lord our God with every aspect of our being. This is no ordinary introduction to logic textbook! Dickinson is a seasoned, pastoral guide to the logical and moral dimensions of a well-ordered, Christ-shaped mind.”-Ross D. Inman, associate professor of philosophy, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary   “The call to Christlikeness is a call to love God with a well-ordered and virtuous mind. Logic and the Way of Jesus brilliantly equips readers to answer this call. Appealing throughout to the example of Jesus, Travis Dickinson shows us-with patience born of true expertise-the way to recover the intellect as central to Christian discipleship. Dickinson’s engaging readability and skillful explanations guarantee that Logic and the Way of Jesus will serve equally well in classic