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How We Imagine God Matters

It's normal to personify God in worship and devotion. But we shouldn't take these personifications literally

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Three Accusations Against Faith

The author of the new book 'Why Faith Matters' defends belief against some of the charges often made against it.

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The Faith Between Us

Can a Jewish theist and Catholic atheist really share a faith between them?

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Our First Year

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'I'm Embarrassed By the Church, But I Love It'

John Shelby Spong, the outspoken former bishop of Newark, says he wants to transform the faith, not give it up.

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The Problem with God: Interview with Richard Dawkins

The renowned biologist talks about intelligent design, dishonest Christians, and why God is no better than an imaginary friend.

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Is Religion 'Built Upon Lies'?

Best-selling atheist Sam Harris and pro-religion blogger Andrew Sullivan debate God, faith, and fundamentalism.

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Is God Omnipotent?

Surprising answers from the world's religions.

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C.S. Lewis: The 'Reluctant Convert'

A gift for writing, a fateful motorcycle ride, and a fascination with joy made C.S. Lewis into the writer we still love today.

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Creator or Architect?

Hinduism's understanding of God's omnipotence and why catastrophes like Hurricane Katrina occur

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