Heretics: Heresy and Orthodoxy in the History of the Church

In this galloping collection of twenty pointed essays, G. K. Chesterton (1874–1936) nimbly punctures the philosophical pretensions of modern non-Christian thinkers and artists—heretics, as he calls them. Chesterton good-naturedly takes on contemporaries Rudyard Kipling, H. G. Wells, James McNeill Whistler, and even his good friend George Bernard Shaw, exposing the muddled logic of their popular ideas with his characteristic wisdom and razor-sharp wit. He also begins to lay the groundwork for Orthodoxy, his subsequent account of a rational and coherent Christian faith.

G. K. Chesterton (1874–1936) was one of C. S. Lewis’ primary mentors in apologetics, and an influence even in his conversion. Novelist, poet, essayist, and journalist, Chesterton was perhaps best known for his Father Brown detective stories. He produced more than 100 volumes in his lifetime, including biographies of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Thomas Aquinas. His Everlasting Man, which set out a Christian outline of history, was one of the factors that wore down Lewis’ resistance to Christianity. Chesterton was one of the first defenders of orthodoxy to use humor as a weapon. Perhaps more important was his use of reason to defend faith.

About the Hendrickson Christian Classics series: Acts of faith always start with a small “yes”—so how can you get better at hearing his call? Learning from trusted elders and writers in Christianity who walked before us is a fantastic way to begin! Whether you are looking to get more out of Scripture, be challenged by God’s relentless love, or gain a greater understanding for how Jesus reveals himself, the Hendrickson Christian Classics series will inspire and provoke you into a deeper relationship with the Lord.

Gain Fresh Insights and Perspectives Whether you’re a new or longtime believer, get empowered and engaged in your walk with God by these inspirational Christian leaders who endured tremendous hardships, faced extreme persecution, and took consistent steps of faith!

The Hendrickson Christian Classics are for you if you want to: • Learn how to experience the Holy Spirit’s presence daily • Get a handle on Christian classics (like The Pilgrim’s Progress • and others) • Take your understanding of Scripture to a deeper level Immerse yourself in these spiritual Christian classics! Dive deep into these amazing masterworks and experience some of the greatest Christian classics, all masterfully narrated by Emmy Award winner Stephen Johnston: The Pilgrim’s Progress • (by John Bunyan) Absolute Surrender • (by Andrew Murray) The Practice of the Presence of God • (by Brother Lawrence) How to Pray • and How to Study the Bible • (by R.A. Torrey) Heretics • (by G.K. Chesterton) Humility • (by Andrew Murray) In His Steps • (by Charles Sheldon) The Imitation of Christ • (by Thomas a Kempis) The Kneeling Christian • (by Albert Richardson) Orthodoxy • (by G.K. Chesterton)

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Lydbog: 7. november 2023