Christian Philosophy as a Way of Life: An Invitation to Wonder - Softcover

Inman, Ross D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1540965732 ISBN 13: 9781540965738

Publisher: Baker Academic, 2023

Synopsis

Philosophy is often seen as anything but practically relevant to everyday life. In this brief, accessible introduction, Ross Inman explores four hidden assumptions that lurk behind questions involving philosophy’s relevance. He shows that philosophy is one of most practical subjects of study, for it satisfies our deep human need to make sense of it all.

This book recovers a more classical vision of Christian philosophy as an entire way of life. Inman shows that wonder is the distinctively human posture that drives and sustains the examined life and makes a compelling case that philosophy is valuable, practical, and significant for every aspect of Christian life and ministry. Living philosophically as a Christian enables us to be properly attuned to what is true and good in Christ and to orient our lives to the highest goals worth pursuing.

This is an ideal introductory book for students of philosophy, Christian thought, and worldview studies. It will also work well in classical school, high school, and homeschool contexts.

About this title

About the Author

Ross D. Inman (PhD, Trinity College Dublin) is associate professor of philosophy at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina. He also teaches the great books classes at the College at Southeastern and is the editor of Philosophia Christi. He has previously held research positions at the University of Notre Dame’s Center for Philosophy of Religion and at Saint Louis University.

From the Back Cover

"An immensely helpful guide to a life well-lived"

This brief and accessible introduction shows that philosophy is valuable, practical, and significant for every aspect of Christian life and ministry.

"This is one of the best (if not the best) introductions to philosophy I have ever read. It is chock-full of new ideas and rich, life-giving help, all done in a conversational style."
--J. P. Moreland, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University; author of A Simple Guide to Experiencing Miracles

"A wonder-filled book on the nature and value of living philosophically. This is essential reading for any Christian wanting to walk in the ways of Jesus."
--Paul M. Gould, Palm Beach Atlantic University

"A winning and accessible guide. Inman helpfully describes the role that philosophy can play in structuring one's mind and feelings, correcting false perceptions of the world, and developing the character needed to resist disordered desires and mistaken views."
--Caleb Cohoe, Metropolitan State University of Denver; lead faculty advisor, The Mellon Philosophy as a Way of Life Project

"Exploring our deep hunger for awe and wonder, Inman shows that a Christian philosophical way of life enables the pursuit of beatitude and a life oriented to God and neighbor. An immensely helpful guide to a life well-lived."
--Robert K. Garcia, Baylor University

"Inman shows how philosophy, far from being something to be regarded with indifference or antipathy by Christians, should be seen as integrally important to the life of faith."
--David McPherson, Hamilton Center for Classical and Civic Education, University of Florida

Edition details

• Publisher: Baker Academic
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1540965732
• ISBN 13: 9781540965738
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 208