Mere Christianity

I’ve been a “nominal” Christian my entire life, yet not a practicing one—certainly not a studied one. Mere Christianity is an excellent entrance point to understanding the fundamental claims of Christianity without getting lost in doctrine or denominational differences. Lewis approaches the subject through moral philosophy and clear reasoning, building a case for Christianity that is accessible without being simplistic. He avoids disputes between Catholicism, Anglicanism, and Presbyterianism, focusing instead on the shared core beliefs that unite Christians.

Rather than relying on technical theology or biblical scholarship, Lewis presents abstract ideas in a concrete, practical way, emphasizing how Christian belief fits with human experience: our moral intuitions, our sense of right and wrong, and our persistent failure to live up to our own standards. While he does discuss how Christianity reshapes character and moral life, his primary aim is to argue that it’s not only useful to everyday life, but also true.