This is the last episode of our class, Why Christianity. We’ve covered so many different reasons why Christianity is attractive, makes sense, and is worthy of our attention. We’ve looked at scientific, logical, epistemological, social, psychological, and historical reasons for God’s existence, Christ’s resurrection, and the gospel’s effectiveness. Today, we consider three stories of changed lives. The proof, they say, is in the pudding. Can Christianity deliver healing, forgiveness, and purpose for real people in our world today? What about people who are deeply entrenched in atheism, partying, or gay activism?
God Has Power to Change Lives – Titus 3:3-7 – sometimes our faith is too little – we are too easily intimidated
Lee Strobel – 1 Peter 3:1-2 – 1 Corinthians 7:13-16 – Case for Christ: A Journalist’s Personal Investigation of the Evidence for Jesus – both a book and a movie
Brian Welch – lead guitarist for Korn – Matthew 11:28-30 – Save Me from Myself: How I Found God, Quit Korn, Kicked Drugs, and Lived to Tell My Story
David Bennett – A War of Loves: The Unexpected Story of a Gay Activist Discovering Jesus – David recounts his dramatic story, from his early years exploring new age religions and French existentialism to his university experiences as an activist. Following supernatural encounters with God, he embarked on a journey not only of seeking to reconcile his faith and sexuality but also of discovering the higher call of Jesus Christ.
