FamilyLife Today® Why I'm Still a Christian: Justin Brierley
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Dec 11, 2025 
Justin Brierley, a seasoned apologist and host of the dialogue series Unbelievable, dives into the compatibility of faith and intelligence. He highlights how doubt can lead to deeper belief and emphasizes the importance of engaging in open discussions about faith, especially with children. Justin explores the historical perspectives of Christianity, the impact of modern atheism, and shares his own journey from skepticism to faith. He also offers practical advice for believers on handling doubts and fostering respectful conversations.
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Faith And Intellect Are Compatible
- Intelligence and Christianity are compatible and historically intertwined.
- The stereotype that faith requires abandoning reason is a recent cultural invention, not a historical reality.
Conversion Followed By Intellectual Catch-Up
- Justin experienced a decisive conversion at 15 and later had to let his intellect catch up.
- Oxford exposed him to sceptics and drove him to study apologetics and thinkers like C.S. Lewis.
Talk About Doubts Early With Kids
- Do not shield children from doubts; discuss objections openly around the family table.
- Model curiosity and readiness to explore answers, creating mentors and conversations before they enter the secular world.
