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meezcarrie's review
4.0
As a diehard fan of Dateline NBC and the copious cold-case and forensic files shows on TV, this book by cold-case homicide detective J. Warner Wallace is right up my alley!
Wallace uses his training & experience as a detective, along with his passion for apologetics, to present a case for “making the case” for Christianity. In particular, he references the need to equip our kids to know what they believe and why they believe it so that they have a fighting chance of surviving college with their faith intact.
I really liked the references to the cold-cases he investigated/solved and then how he tied this forensic process to how we should be examining our faith. All of his points are solid – and important – and copiously backed up with Scripture. Along with all the great information and instruction, the aesthetics of the book make the intellectual discussion feel more conversational. (And let’s be honest – the way the book is laid out appeals to that side of me that always wanted to be a cold-case detective lol)
Bottom Line: Forensic Faith by J. Warner Wallace is well written and engaging. It’s easy to follow and several added touches keep the interest level high. We don’t have to leave our intellect at the door when we decide to follow Jesus, and this book gives us permission to be smart about our faith. It also could give us permission to argue with people who don’t believe the same way, and this is my one hesitation about the book. Let’s be prepared to protect our hearts (and minds) when our faith is challenged, but let’s also keep in mind that Jesus said “they will know you are Christians by your LOVE”, not your arguments. We need to always be prepared to give an answer for the hope we have, yes, but let’s not leave our hearts at the door in the process of making sure we keep our brains.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
See my review at Reading Is My SuperPower
Wallace uses his training & experience as a detective, along with his passion for apologetics, to present a case for “making the case” for Christianity. In particular, he references the need to equip our kids to know what they believe and why they believe it so that they have a fighting chance of surviving college with their faith intact.
I really liked the references to the cold-cases he investigated/solved and then how he tied this forensic process to how we should be examining our faith. All of his points are solid – and important – and copiously backed up with Scripture. Along with all the great information and instruction, the aesthetics of the book make the intellectual discussion feel more conversational. (And let’s be honest – the way the book is laid out appeals to that side of me that always wanted to be a cold-case detective lol)
Bottom Line: Forensic Faith by J. Warner Wallace is well written and engaging. It’s easy to follow and several added touches keep the interest level high. We don’t have to leave our intellect at the door when we decide to follow Jesus, and this book gives us permission to be smart about our faith. It also could give us permission to argue with people who don’t believe the same way, and this is my one hesitation about the book. Let’s be prepared to protect our hearts (and minds) when our faith is challenged, but let’s also keep in mind that Jesus said “they will know you are Christians by your LOVE”, not your arguments. We need to always be prepared to give an answer for the hope we have, yes, but let’s not leave our hearts at the door in the process of making sure we keep our brains.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
See my review at Reading Is My SuperPower
librosconcafe's review against another edition
4.0
An interesting perspective to have. It challenged me to know more of what I believe and why I believe it. I’m sure I’ll be looking back to the book for resources and help for going into deeper study.
cctblog's review
4.0
Forensic Faith is exactly the kind of book Christians should be reading! Author J. Warner Wallace explains why it's important for Christians to be able to defend what we believe, but he doesn't stop there—he shows how the investigative techniques he used as a homicide detective can be applied to investigating our faith (or any claims, really). He then explains how to effectively communicate to others what we believe.
One thing I really appreciate about this book is that Wallace isn't just telling readers what to do but also how to do it. Everything is laid out in a logical manner, yet the writing is also very interesting. There's also a very helpful list of resources at the end of the book, as well as a list of questions (in the "Targeted Training" chapter) to help the reader get an idea of where he/she stands as a "Christian Case-Maker."
I really enjoyed this book, and I'm sure it's one I'll reference as time goes on.
Disclosure of material connection. I received a copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
One thing I really appreciate about this book is that Wallace isn't just telling readers what to do but also how to do it. Everything is laid out in a logical manner, yet the writing is also very interesting. There's also a very helpful list of resources at the end of the book, as well as a list of questions (in the "Targeted Training" chapter) to help the reader get an idea of where he/she stands as a "Christian Case-Maker."
I really enjoyed this book, and I'm sure it's one I'll reference as time goes on.
Disclosure of material connection. I received a copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review, and the opinions expressed are my own.
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