Biblical Answers to Tough Questions
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
Sooner or later, it will happen. Someone will ask you, "What does the Bible say?" about one of today's explosive issues. And because credible responses are a precious resource in our confused world, you will need to have an answer.
Charles Ryrie is determined that you have those answers. That is why he has tackled the twelve toughest, most frequently raised topics of concern among Christians today. His razor-sharp analysis can become your tool for personal growth and witness. Hot topics include:
- Homosexuality
- Civil disobedience
- Alcohol consumption
- Divorce
- Suicide
- Abortion
- Women's rights
- Debt
- Racism
- Evolution
- And much more!
Each chapter is direct, easy to follow, and to the point. Ryrie cuts through the fog to expose the key biblical criteria behind each conclusion.
Because the toughest questions deserve your very best answers, read this volume—and know what to say the next time you're on the spot.
Product Details
- Title: Biblical Answers to Tough Questions
- Author: Charles C. Ryrie
- Publisher: Moody
- Publication Date: 1991
- Pages: 134
About Charles C. Ryrie
Charles C. Ryrie is a renowned author and scholar. He has written dozens of books which have sold more than 1.5 million copies worldwide. As a scholar, he has served in several capacities throughout this career. He was ordained by the First Baptist Church in Alton, Illinois. He spent five years at Westmont College, first as professor, later as dean of men and chairman of biblical studies and philosophy. In 1958 he became president of Philadelphia College of Bible. He spent most of his career as a professor of systematic theology at Dallas Theological Seminary in Dallas, Texas. The father of three, he is now professor emeritus of systematic theology at Dallas Theological Seminary and acts as visiting professor of theology at Philadelphia College of Bible.
Sample Pages from the Print Edition
Top Highlights
“The activities of demons in the Bible can be cataloged into three categories: they promote a system of doctrine; they seek to destroy men’s bodies and souls; and they deceive men and nations.” (Page 88)
“Homosexuality is mentioned eight times in the Scriptures (four in each testament), and lesbianism (homosexuality between females) one time. In no instance is it commended; instead it is always described as wrong and unnatural. The first instance, the account of Lot in Sodom, is debated as to whether or not it refers to homosexuality (Gen. 19:4–11). With the growing prominence of the homosexual movement, it is now being said that the sin was not homosexuality but inhospitality and gang rape.” (Pages 113–114)
“The Christian’s primary responsibilities are evangelism and godly living. Through witnessing he changes men; through righteous living he affects society; through private and public obedience he honors God.” (Page 21)
“Suicide is one of the greatest acts of selfishness, for in it the individual caters to his desires and own will and ignores the effects on others.” (Page 75)
“Until 1973 homosexuality was on the American Psychiatric Association’s list of mental disorders, but it was removed that year. Defenders of the movement tell us that homosexuality should no longer be considered a deviant lifestyle but rather an alternative lifestyle. It has even been compared to left-handed-ness in an effort to make it morally neutral and therefore acceptable.” (Page 113)