The subject of Christianity can seem a confusing one if all we are guided by in our understanding of it is soundbites—whether social media clips of fundamentalist pastors angrily shouting their protests and their fears, or fragmented perspectives on God from barely educated commentators on the subject in the podcast space. 

Literary master, C.S. Lewis, invites us into a clarifying glimpse into the essence of the Christian faith. Here, Christianity is viewed in relation to its unmistakable impact on both self and society when it is approached with a humble digestion of its central claims. Lewis’s writing is refreshingly candid and, as such, is refreshingly dignifying for his readers, the minds and lives of whom he takes very seriously. If you’re searching for an author who will honor both you and their subject, consider taking a more intentional approach with Lewis into your questions about the faith that has had such a deep impact on Western society. If a real treatment of the subject is something you’re after—something you’re prepared to wrestle through and come to terms with in a responsible way—this is likely the book for you. Whether you become an adherent to the faith or not, Lewis’s writing on the subject will equip you with the opportunity to decide for yourself in a remarkably informed manner.

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