In this episode, Dr. Groothius discusses four influential books that shaped his philosophical perspective.

"The God Who Is There" by Francis Schaeffer introduced him to the importance of Christian worldview and apologetics.

Blaise Pascal's unfinished work, "Pensées," deepened his understanding of human nature and the Christian view of humanity.

C.S. Lewis's "The Abolition of Man" emphasized the necessity of objective moral values.

Lastly, Neil Postman's "Amusing Ourselves to Death" highlighted the impact of media on culture. Royce emphasizes the integration of these works with the Bible in shaping his worldview.

Douglas Groothuis, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Research Professor of Apologetics and Christian Worldview at Cornerstone University and the author of twenty books, including Beyond the Wager: The Christian Brilliance of Blaise Pascal(InterVarsity, 2024).

In this episode, Dr. Groothius discusses four influential books that shaped his philosophical perspective.
"The God Who Is There" by Francis Schaeffer introduced him to the importance of Christian worldview and apologetics.
Blaise Pascal's unfinished work, "Pensées," deepened his understanding of human nature and the Christian view of humanity.
C.S. Lewis's "The Abolition of Man" emphasized the necessity of objective moral values.
Lastly, Neil Postman's "Amusing Ourselves to Death" highlighted the impact of media on culture. Royce emphasizes the integration of these works with the Bible in shaping his worldview.
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Douglas Groothuis, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Research Professor of Apologetics and Christian Worldview at Cornerstone University and the author of twenty books, including <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Wager-Christian-Brilliance-Blaise/dp/1514001780/">Beyond the Wager: The Christian Brilliance of Blaise Pascal </a>(InterVarsity, 2024).

Truth Tribe with Douglas Groothuis is a podcast dedicated to finding the truth through reason, and evidence about what matters most. Our subjects include how to defend the Christian faith (through apologetics), biblical ethics, and social issues.

Truth Tribe with Douglas Groothuis

Truth Tribe with Douglas Groothuis is a podcast dedicated to finding the truth through reason, and evidence about what matters most. Our subjects include how to defend the Christian faith (through apologetics), biblical ethics, and social issues.

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