Apologist Interview: James Sire

Today’s interview is with James Sire, author, lecturer, and Christian apologist. He talks about his background, the impact of The Universe Next Door, defining the concept of worldview, the benefit of understanding worldview concepts, the intellectual life as a Christian calling, the renewal and discipline of the mind, the cultivation of wisdom, thoughts on lifelong learning, the biggest errors of Christian communicators, tips for better communication, apologetics and calling, advice to Christian apologists, and more.

Full Interview MP3 Audio here (40 min).

Books by James Sire include:
The Universe Next Door: A Basic Worldview Catalog
• Habits of the Mind: Intellectual Life as a Christian Calling
• Naming the Elephant: Worldview as a Concept
• Why Good Arguments Often Fail: Making a More Persuasive Case for Christ (review here)
• How to Read Slowly (Wheaton Literary Series)
• Why Should Anyone Believe Anything at All? (lecture here)
• A Little Primer on Humble Apologetics (review here)

Enjoy.

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Brian Auten is the founder emeritus of Apologetics315. He is also director of Reasonable Faith Belfast. Brian holds a Masters degree in Christian Apologetics and has interviewed over 150 Christian apologists. His background is in missions, media direction, graphic design, and administration. Brian started Apologetics315 in 2007 to be an apologetics hub to equip Christians to defend the faith.

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