Philosophy for Christians: Foundations of Faith and Reason

Many believers want to engage deeply with big questions of existence, truth, and morality without losing their grounding in faith. This text-based course introduces you to the core disciplines of philosophy, helping you bridge historical intellectual traditions with everyday critical thinking. You will read through clear explanations of classical philosophical problems and discover how Christian thinkers have historically engaged with logic, metaphysics, and ethics. What you'll learn: - Understand fundamental philosophical terminology across metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics - Explore foundational contributions from key historical and modern Christian thinkers - Apply principles of formal and informal logic to evaluate arguments rigorously - Analyze the relationship between faith, reason, and modern epistemology - Evaluate secular and religious worldviews using structured analytical frameworks - Practice critical thinking through written conceptual exercises and case studies The course begins by clarifying essential definitions, philosophical vocabulary, and basic logic before progressing into historical thought, classical arguments, and modern worldview analysis. Designed specifically for beginners, this course requires no prior background in philosophy or theology. Start reading today to sharpen your intellect and deepen your understanding of faith and reason.