This book examines the unlikely conversion stories of fifty former atheists as they move from belief in naturalistic atheism to strong belief in God and conservative Christianity. Their own perspectives and journeys provide deep insight for those who are interested in why and how such dramatic change is possible.
Table of Contents:
Acknowledgments Introduction
Chapter One: Religious Conversion--Changing Stories of Reality
Chapter Two: Atheism and Christianity--Conflicting Worldview Stories
Chapter Three: Becoming an Atheist--Atheists' Reasons for Atheism
Chapter Four: Being an Atheist--Atheists' Views on Religion and Life
Chapter Five: Catalysts Towards Change--Disruptive Challenges and Longings Chapter Six: Catalysts Towards Change--Disruptive Experiences
Chapter Seven: Questing Towards Belief--Seeking After Truth
Chapter Eight: Questing Towards Belief--Experiencing God
Chapter Nine: Putting the Pieces Together--the Complexity of Conversion
Chapter Ten: Putting the Pieces Together--the Comprehensiveness of Conversion Appendix: From Atheism to Christianity--Unlikely Stories of Conversion