Session 3: The Rival Conceptions of God

Mere Christianity

Jun 20, 2021 • Chris Reighley

Session 3: The Rival Conceptions of God

Chapters Covered:

• Book 2, Chapters 1–2The Rival Conceptions of GodThe Invasion

Introduction:

Not all beliefs about God are equal. Lewis explores the difference between pantheism and Christianity—and why Christianity is a “fighting religion.”

Outline:

1. Not all religions are equally wrong or right
2. Pantheism vs Theism
3. The invasion metaphor: The world is enemy-occupied territory
4. Why Christianity offers both diagnosis and hope