The Big Argument: Does God Exist?

by John F. Ashton, Michael Westacott

The "argument" that reads like a conversation about life! Since the Enlightenment, spirited debates about the existence of God have captured the public's imagination. Scholars, philosophers, and scientists have grappled with the "evidence" that God exists, or doesn't. Today, some of the world's best minds - in a variety of disciplines - grapple with whether there is any real purpose to our lives. Yet not only do many scientists believe in the God who created us with purpose, they also understand that what we do in the here and now has consequences in the next life. John Ashton has compiled a group of essayists who specialize in fields such as archaeology, astronomy, biblical scholarship, and more. The result is a fascinating exploration of an age-old question, sure to intrigue believers and skeptics alike.

Genres: Theology

400 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2006

About the author

Dr. John F. Ashton PhD CChem FRACI is an Australian scientist. He writes, edits and co-authors books which provide evidence for creation and the historical accuracy of the Bible. He also co-authors books on health and nutrition.

He holds research degrees in both chemistry and philosophy and is a Chartered Chemist and Fellow of the Royal Australian Chemical Institute. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor in the School of Applied Sciences at RMIT University, Melbourne and as an Adjunct Professor in the School of Biomedical and Health Sciences at Victoria University.

Reviews

[Virginia · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Big Argument - Does God Exist is a great apologetics book in which 24 scholars explore how science, archaeology, and philosophy have not disproven God. Each chapter is written by one of the 24 scholars and would be worth reading on its own, but as a whole is a comprehensive collection of apologetic arguments for the existence of God. One of my favorite chapters is Chapter 4: Design by Information (written by Werner Gitt) which explores the rules surrounding the laws of nature as well as the Laws of Nature About Information. His Eight Comprehensive Conclusions are masterfully written and would prove to be a powerful weapon in any debate on the existence of God or His power. I also particularly appreciated Chapter 11: The Question of Moral Values (written by Steven B. Cowan). I only wish I'd had access to it while teaching high school psychology this past school year. Overall, this book is a valuable asset in any apologetics library.

[This is V! · Rating 4 out of 5]

Some good points here and there