Can the intellectual life be a legitimate Christian calling? James Sire brings wit and wisdom to this question in his deeply personal exploration of how to think well for the glory of God and the sake of his kingdom, showing how to cultivate intellectual virtues-habits of the mind-that will strengthen you in pursuit of your calling.
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James W. Sire was a Christian author and speaker whose work delved deeply into literature, philosophy, and the Christian faith. His writing was characterized by a thorough examination of worldviews and their impact on individual lives. Sire sought to make complex ideas accessible and engaging for readers, prompting deeper reflection on fundamental questions of existence. His literary contributions served as a guide for those seeking to understand the world through a Christian lens.






- 2022
- 2018
Eight studies in Mark & Luke looking at the uniqueness of Jesus.
- 2017
In this personal, easy-to-read book, James Sire offers a basic introduction to the foundational beliefs of Christianity for seekers and believers who want to understand the central teachings of the Bible. The chapters in this expanded edition are organized around a simple scheme: creation, fall, redemption, new life in Christ, life in the church.
- 2014
In this accessible and engaging work, veteran apologist Jim Sire gives us eyes to see the signs all around us that point to the specific truth of God in Christ. Sire focuses on the power of good literature—even from those who deny the existence of God—to enable us to perceive and testify to God's reality in ways that rational argument alone cannot.
- 2010
The Universe Next Door
- 312 pages
- 11 hours of reading
For more than forty years, The Universe Next Door has set the standard for an introduction to worldviews. This sixth edition uses James Sire's widely influential model of eight basic worldview questions to examine prominent worldviews that have shaped the Western world, critiquing each worldview within its own frame of reference and in comparison to others.
- 2006
A study of how Christians can effectively present a case for Christ.
- 1994
James Sire focuses on the importance of belief in every part of life and presents a case for its relevance to modern people with doubts.
- 1980
James W. Sire describes 20 different ways that cults misread and misrepresent the Bible, helping us all become more careful readers.