Questioning Faith: Indirect Journeys of Belief through Terrains of Doubt

by Randy Newman

Sort through Your Questions and Find a Path from Doubt to Faith Do you have honest questions about faith? Or have you walked away from faith altogether? Perhaps you’ve been part of a faith tradition, but you’ve begun to question parts of what you’ve been taught. Students and young professionals today are submerged in a culture of cynicism and doubt. Many identify as nonreligious but wrestle with questions about God’s existence, the meaning of life, and whether it’s possible to find goodness and beauty in this world. After 40 years listening to hundreds of people’s stories of faith, Randy Newman has come to see that answering spiritual questions usually involves a series of twists and turns, not a direct ascent from one belief to another. Our political view, family background, understanding of sexuality, and religious background all play a part in our faith journeys. If you or a friend are navigating terrains of doubt, you’ll find Newman to be a faithful guide. He’ll help you sort through your many questions and find solid answers.  

Genres: Christian, Christian Living, Faith

152 pages, Paperback

Published February 27, 2024

Reviews

[Philosophical Logic · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book reasons about the truth of Christianity in the tradition of C. S. Lewis, only the writing style is much more modern. At just over 120 pages this brief book is great to give to someone you know who is willing to consider the claims of Christ. They won't have to wade through hundreds of pages to feel the impact of the author's case.

Newman addresses Atheism, as well as Judaism, Islam, LGBTQ+, and a few other contenders for truth. The tone of the book is conversational and friendly, and while the arguments are pretty good, they are presented in an accessible way that anyone can understand.

[Grant · Rating 4 out of 5]

Charitable and conversational in nature. A compelling case which I think a skeptic would find refreshing. Newman's work joins the growing "canon" of Christian Apologetics which is more inductive and emphasizes the satisfying nature of the Christian story. This book pairs well with Ortlund's "Why God Makes Sense in a World that Doesn't," Scrivener's "The Air We Breathe," and Keller's "Making Sense of God."

[Paul · Rating 5 out of 5]

Newman uses the lives of many different people and their stories of unbelief to show the credibility of God and the gospel. This format is especially helpful when it comes to the question of pain and suffering.

[Audrey · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good quick read. Practical but not overly in-depth.

[Bob Mendelsohn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great book full of pathos and compassion for those who are struggling with issues of faith. The testimonies are real and Randy’s challenges are well considered.

[Bethany · Rating 5 out of 5]

Randy gave a group of us this book a few weeks before he died. Totally worth the read, very quick read, very insightful!