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God, Reason and Theistic Proofs (Reason & Religion) (Reason and Religion)God, Reason and Theistic Proofs (Reason & Religion) (Reason and Religion) by Stephen T. Davis
A clear but careful introduction to the philosophy of religion by a Christian philosopher. Excellent.
Philosophy of Religion: A Reader and GuidePhilosophy of Religion: A Reader and Guide
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A collection of readings in the philosophy of religion edited by Bill Craig, Christian philosopher and debator, best known for his advocacy of a form of the Cosmological argument.
The Miracle of Theism: Arguments for and against the Existence of GodThe Miracle of Theism: Arguments for and against the Existence of God by J. L. Mackie
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The classical survey of the philosophy of religion by the Oxford atheist John Mackie.
Arguing for Atheism: Introduction to the Philosophy of ReligionArguing for Atheism: Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion by Robin Le Poidevin
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An excellent treatment of the central questions in the philosophy of religion written from an atheistic perspective. Less dogmatic than the title suggests!
The Problem of Evil (Oxford Readings in Philosophy)The Problem of Evil (Oxford Readings in Philosophy)
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A collection of articles on the problem of evil.
Science and Evidence for Design in the Universe (Proceedings of the Wethersfield Institute)Science and Evidence for Design in the Universe (Proceedings of the Wethersfield Institute) by Michael J. Behe
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A good introduction to the modern design argument, which is not to be confused with that advanced by Paley and dismissed by Hume.
Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion (Classics)Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion (Classics) by David Hume
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Hume's great work on the philosophy of religion.
Is There a God?Is There a God? by Richard Swinburne
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A more accessible book by Richard Swinburne, whose previous works, though very good, are highly technical.
The Coherence of Theism (Clarendon Library of Logic and Philosophy)The Coherence of Theism (Clarendon Library of Logic and Philosophy) by Richard Swinburne
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A technical defence of the coherence of Christian theism.
The Existence of God (Clarendon Paperbacks)The Existence of God (Clarendon Paperbacks) by Richard Swinburne
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A sustained argument for the existence of God, using probabilistic forms of several classical theistic arguments, by one of the foremost contemporary Christian philosophers.
Time, Change and Freedom: Introduction to MetaphysicsTime, Change and Freedom: Introduction to Metaphysics by L. Nathan Oaklander
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A clear introduction to metaphysics, in dialogue form.
The Philosophy of Time (Oxford Readings in Philosophy)The Philosophy of Time (Oxford Readings in Philosophy)
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An outstanding collection of articles on the philosophy of time, beginning with McTaggart's famous "The Unreality of Time"
Applied Ethics (Oxford Readings in Philosophy)Applied Ethics (Oxford Readings in Philosophy) by Peter Singer
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A collection of some of the best articles around on topics such as abortion, euthanasia, world poverty and animal rights.
Relativism: Feet Firmly Planted in Mid-AirRelativism: Feet Firmly Planted in Mid-Air by Francis Beckwith
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A simple critique of moral relativism. Very accessible; aimed at non-philosophers.
Historical Reliability of GospelsHistorical Reliability of Gospels by Craig L. Blomberg
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A reasoned defence of the reliability of the gospels accessible to the informed layperson.
Paul: Follower of Jesus or Founder of Christianity?Paul: Follower of Jesus or Founder of Christianity? by Paul Wenham
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An exploration of the relationship between Paul and Jesus that seeks to debunk the view that modern Christianity owes more to Paul than to Jesus.
Biblical Exegesis in the Apostolic PeriodBiblical Exegesis in the Apostolic Period by Richard N. Longenecker
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A survey of first-century exegetical practices and an analysis of how this should inform our reading of the New Testament.
Jesus and the Victory of God: Christian Origins and the Question of God: v. 2 (Christian Origins & the Question of God)Jesus and the Victory of God: Christian Origins and the Question of God: v. 2 (Christian Origins & the Question of God) by N.T. Wright
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Building on his "The New Testament and the People of God", Tom Wright explores the way that Jesus conceived of himself and his ministry.