CS Lewis - A man God chose to use - agree?

Answer 1

Absolutely! Clive Staples (Jack) Lewis was born in Belfast on 29 November 1898. He grew up as an atheist, went to Oxford and got a First in English Language & Literature, a First in Classical Honour Moderations and Literae Humanities and became a Fellow of Magdalen College. An intellectual heavyweight. In 1931, age 32, he 'gave in, and admitted that God was God... perhaps the most dejected and reluctant convert in all England'.

Books he wrote include:

Mere Christianity
Miracles
The Problem of Pain
The Four Loves
The Abolition of Man
Reflections on the Psalms
The Efficacy of Prayer
The Great Divorce
Surprised by Joy
A Grief Observed

Oh, and The Screwtape Letters - highly recommended to anyone who enjoys a good laugh. The Chonicles of Narnia is probably his best know work, thanks to the BBC, but should not be dismissed as a fairy story for children. Oh, no. It's far more subtle than that. Check him out, folks. You're in for a treat!

Answer 2

A book has just come out called "Travel with C S Lewis" (by Ronald W Bresland, Day One Publishers). It's a good introduction to the the life of "the most quoted Christian of the 20th century". It's written by an acknowledged expert in the Irish background of C S Lewis, and provides insights not covered in some heftier volumes. It deals with his life, not glossing over the more difficult periods. It is ideal for those who want to visit the various locations connected with Lewis, but that's not a necessary prerequisite to getting the book!

Oh, and your question.... yes!

Answer 3

Yes, I agree. The fact that his friend Tolkein may or may not have liked "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" does not change a thing about whether God used him or not. (The important thing is I think the book is great! LOL)
The book "Mere Christianity" by CS Lewis is a small book that has been instrumental in helping a lot of doubters over their philosophical hurdles. I strongly recommend the book for all who are seeking truth.

Answer 4

Dear Lucy,

I heartily agree with you and several of the other answers!

I used to see many quotes of his in the Readers Digest which got me interested in looking for his books. I read Mere Christianity first and was amazed at how thoroughly he covered the subject. It seemed that every time I had a question he answered it in the next sentence. When people tell me that they think Jesus was a good man I tell them that good man isn't one of the possiblities. He was Liar, Lunatic or LORD.

The Great Divorce is such a fantastic picture of heaven. I highly recommend that to nonbelievers who wonder why God allows bad things to happen.

The Screwtape Letters was lots of fun. Every time I started thinking "This really describes so-and-so" but then suddenly I would see myself.

Thank you for asking this Lucy.

Answer 5

One of the greatest Christian apologists of the the 20th century CS "Jack" Lewis i believe was almost a prophet his books and lectures inspired many to see the light . The Chronicles of Narnia had its flaws but it is still moving and a worthy classic of children's literature.

Answer 6

C. S. Lewis was a famous Christian scholar. Yes I believe God did a great work through C.S. Lewis and that work lives on today in all of his writings.

Answer 7

There is no doubt about that, God used Mr Lewis in more ways then most people know.

Answer 8

I totally Agree!!!! God chose him to show the world what Jesus did for us without scarring people away!!! Thank you for posting this one. It shows there is still people who are getting the message!!!

Answer 9

I would say a more a man who chose to use godly culture in his books.

Answer 10

I am a man and I love being used...by women, not god.

CS Lewis wasn't all that. Tolkien thought "The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe" was stupid. And they were friends!