eX-skeptic The Case for Christ – Lee Strobel’s Story
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Nov 10, 2023 
Former atheist Lee Strobel investigated Christianity and surprisingly came to believe it was true based on evidence. They discuss Lee's journey from atheism to Christianity, the role of relationships in disbelief, exploring different perspectives, investigating the resurrection of Jesus, the impact of a spouse on the journey of faith, and the importance of academic study.
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Early Religious Upbringing Anecdote
- Lee Strobel's religious upbringing was minimal and distant, influenced by his private Lutheran parents.
- Early exposure to church was out of obligation, leading to initial skepticism and eventual atheism.
From Questions to Atheism
- Strobel's journey into atheism involved three key steps: tough questions ignored, biology class teaching neo-Darwinism, and skepticism in a college historical Jesus course.
- He lived a lifestyle reflecting a lack of ultimate accountability, embracing hedonism and self-destruction.
Neighbor's Impact Sparks Investigation
- A neighbor named Linda introduced Strobel's wife to sincere Christian faith, leading Leslie to become a believer.
- Strobel began investigating Christianity to disprove it but was drawn by evidential complexities and changes in his wife.