Channel Title: C. S. Lewis Institute Channel Description: In the legacy of C. S. Lewis, the Institute endeavors to develop disciples who will articulate, defend and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. C. S. Lewis was an Oxford scholar, professor of English literature, and author of more than thirty books including The Chronicles of Narnia. He was also one of the most effective Christian apologists, evangelists, and teachers of the 20th Century. The C. S. Lewis Institute offers life-changing discipleship for those who are ready to be intentional about spiritual growth in Christ. The Fellows Program is the Institute’s flagship discipleship program and is offered in more than a dozen cities across the United States and around the world. The Institute offers discipleship, apologetics, and evangelism resources and hosts conferences and livestream events featuring world-class speakers addressing topics such as: apologetics, biblical authority, calling, justice, mentoring, mission, prayer, spiritual discernment, and more. <video> Making Sense of Science and Faith - Sharon Dirckx's Story Description: Cambridge educated Dr. Sharon Dirckx was raised in a secular culture where religion played a minimal role. Intellectual authorities led her to believe that science and belief in God were incompatible until she began investigating the verifiable claims of Christianity. She came to see that a robust, intellectually grounded faith was possible. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/making-sense-of-science-and-faith-sharons-story/ In this conversational podcast, Jana Harmon interviews former atheists and skeptics from different walks, backgrounds, and generations who all struggled, for various reasons, with belief in God. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> The Road Back - Trevor Lancon's Story Description: Growing up in a small town, religion was a constant yet subtle presence in Trevor Lancon’s community. Deeply involved in his church’s youth group, Trevor longed to grow closer to God, but he began questioning whether his experiences were authentic or merely emotional manipulation. Drawn to the freedom of a secular lifestyle, he eventually distanced himself from the church, and he embraced scientism, seeking tangible evidence of reality. He rejected Christianity and identified as an atheist, diving into a worldview centered on materialism and skepticism. From the outside, Trevor seemed to have it all—a home, a loving wife, two beautiful children, and a stable career. Yet, inwardly, he was burdened by feelings of dread and brokenness. His journey back to faith wasn’t marked by a single dramatic moment but rather by countless small, profound experiences. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-road-back-trevor-lancons-story/ In this conversational podcast, Jana Harmon interviews former atheists and skeptics from different walks, backgrounds, and generations who all struggled, for various reasons, with belief in God. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Reasons for God - Dr Kathleen Noller's Story Description: Kathleen grew up in a loving, immigrant household where religion wasn't a central part of her upbringing but was raised with a strong emphasis on good morals and values. In her mid-teens, Kathleen became an atheist, embracing nihilism and developing an animosity toward Christianity. Despite her elite education and achievements, she was not taught to ask deeper questions about purpose and meaning. This changed when a friend gave her a book that opened her eyes to new insights, including the concept of God as both a cosmic lawmaker and a personal deity, and her journey to Christ and understanding Christianity began. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/reasons-for-god-dr-kathleen-nollers-story/ In this conversational podcast, Jana Harmon interviews former atheists and skeptics from different walks, backgrounds, and generations who all struggled, for various reasons, with belief in God. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> A Cumulative Case for God – Dr. John Studebaker’s Story Description: Former atheist Dr. John Studebaker viewed religion as boring and inconsequential until he encountered surprising evidence about God and meaningful experiences with Christians. Over time, his quest for truth led him to a profound personal relationship with Jesus. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/a-cumulative-case-for-god-dr-john-studebakers-story/ In this conversational podcast, Jana Harmon interviews former atheists and skeptics from different walks, backgrounds, and generations who all struggled, for various reasons, with belief in God. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Returning to God - Melanie Beerda's Story Description: Although Melanie Beerda was raised in a Christian family, her life experience alienated her from the concept of a loving God. After leaving Christianity to go her own way for several years, she finally discovered the loving God who had been there for her all along. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-side-b-stories-melanie-beerdas-story/ Side B Stories shares honest conversations with former atheists and skeptics who are now Christians. Host Jana Harmon makes space for hard questions about Christianity and explores the reasons why people dismiss or come to believe in God. New: Side B Stories is now eX-skeptic. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Success Just For Women with Lynne Marie Kohm Description: Estate planning from a biblical perspective. Are you feeling intimated, guilty, or a little overwhelmed about setting up your estate plan? Lynne Kohm, a Christian and an attorney who specializes in estate planning, will guide you through the complexities of estate planning in a winsome, approachable way which will help remove the fear and provide you with tools and motivation to develop a plan. The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Experiencing the Miraculous – Dave Rankin’s Story Description: Former atheist Dave Rankin's difficult life experiences proved to him that God could not exist. Through his years of atheism, other surprising experiences awakened him to the possibility of something more than his atheism could explain. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-side-b-stories-dave-rankin-story/ Side B Stories shares honest conversations with former atheists and skeptics who are now Christians. Host Jana Harmon makes space for hard questions about Christianity and explores the reasons why people dismiss or come to believe in God. New: Side B Stories is now eX-skeptic. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> An Unexpected Change - David Westerhoff’s Story Description: During childhood, David Westerhoff’s faith never really extended outside of the church building. The tradition and practice of Christianity just didn’t make sense to David, and he began naturally moving with culture’s secular flow, becoming the ruler of his own life. On the surface, David’s life was unfolding perfectly; he had a loving wife, a growing family, and a steady career, but he still wasn’t content. His own internal battles and addictions threatened David’s marriage, and he began to feel a loss of control for the first time. On a night that seemed at first like any other, David felt the sudden presence of the Spirit of God, revealing the weight and gravity of his sins. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/an-unexpected-change-david-westerhoffs-story/ In this conversational podcast, Jana Harmon interviews former atheists and skeptics from different walks, backgrounds, and generations who all struggled, for various reasons, with belief in God. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Searching for Truth – Dr Kirk Shanahan’s Story Description: Chemist and former atheist Dr. Kirk Shanahan began to see science's inability to answer big questions of life and the universe. It opened him up to the search for truth and the possibility of God. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-side-b-stories-dr-kirk-shanahans-story/ Side B Stories shares honest conversations with former atheists and skeptics who are now Christians. Host Jana Harmon makes space for hard questions about Christianity and explores the reasons why people dismiss or come to believe in God. New: Side B Stories is now eX-skeptic. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Longing for More - Nate Sala's Story Description: Nate Sala rejected his parents’ faith tradition of Christianity and pursued life on his own terms but his life failed to bring satisfaction to his deepest longings. His search led him to find all that he desired in God. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-side-b-stories-nate-salas-story/ Side B Stories shares honest conversations with former atheists and skeptics who are now Christians. Host Jana Harmon makes space for hard questions about Christianity and explores the reasons why people dismiss or come to believe in God. New: Side B Stories is now eX-skeptic. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Is God Just, Not Fair? - with Jennifer Rothschild Description: Have you ever questioned the fairness of God? Or wondered why God allows us to go through painful experiences? Does God care about me or hear my prayers? If you’ve wrestled with questions like these, then this event with Jennifer Rothschild is for you. At the age of fifteen, Jennifer was diagnosed with a rare, degenerative eye disease that would eventually steal her sight. Despite facing multiple challenges, she found strength in God, had a lovely marriage, raised a family and launched a successful speaking and writing ministry. Then in her 40s, everything changed. Jennifer hit a wall of depression and discontent that forced her to re-examine her faith and her underlying assumptions about God. From out of the depths of doubt, questioning, and disappointment, Jennifer found the answers she needed and her hope and trust in God were renewed. This message is for anyone who needs hope when life doesn’t make sense - for all who reach for a God who feels distant. The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Searching for the Real God – Carrie Sheffield’s Story Description: Former skeptic Carrie Sheffield suffered abuse at the hand of her religious father and developed a skewed view of God. After years of questioning and searching, she finally found the unconditional love of God. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-side-b-stories-carrie-sheffields-story/ Side B Stories shares honest conversations with former atheists and skeptics who are now Christians. Host Jana Harmon makes space for hard questions about Christianity and explores the reasons why people dismiss or come to believe in God. New: Side B Stories is now eX-skeptic. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Struggling with Doubt - Dr. Keith Hess's Story Description: Keith Hess grew up in a Christian family but began to question whether or not what he believed was real or true. His doubts went unanswered for years until he was finally introduced to solid reasons for belief. Now a professor of philosophy and apologetics, Dr. Hess helps others find answers to the big questions of God and life. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-side-b-stories-keith-hess-story Side B Stories shares honest conversations with former atheists and skeptics who are now Christians. Host Jana Harmon makes space for hard questions about Christianity and explores the reasons why people dismiss or come to believe in God. New: Side B Stories is now eX-skeptic. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Dismantling Atheism - Daniel's Story Description: Former atheist Daniel’s questions about the world and morality were dismissed by the religious people around him. His skepticism eventually revealed the logical flaws of atheism, leading him from a godless perspective to a robust understanding of the Christian worldview and belief in Jesus Christ. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/dismantling-atheism-daniels-story/ In this conversational podcast, Jana Harmon interviews former atheists and skeptics from different walks, backgrounds, and generations who all struggled, for various reasons, with belief in God. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video> <video> Excluding God – Dr Dan Mizell’s Story Description: Former atheist Dr. Dan Mizell left Christianity and embraced science as the most rational way to understand and live in the world. Over time, he began to question whether the natural world was sufficient to explain reality. His search for answers led him to a more solid foundation for knowledge, ethics, and life in God. Read the transcript and access additional resources for this episode: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/the-side-b-stories-dan-mizells-story/ Side B Stories shares honest conversations with former atheists and skeptics who are now Christians. Host Jana Harmon makes space for hard questions about Christianity and explores the reasons why people dismiss or come to believe in God. New: Side B Stories is now eX-skeptic. Learn more here: https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources-category/csli-podcasts/ex-skeptic The C.S. Lewis Institute (CSLI) is a nonprofit organization designed to develop disciples who will articulate, defend, share, and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life. If you found this video interesting or would like more information about the Institute, you can visit our website at http://www.cslewisinstitute.org/​ Find CSLI on these social media platforms: - Twitter: http://twitter.com/CSLewisinst​ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSLewisInstitute - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CSLewisinstitute/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/C-S-Lewis-Institute/ Support the work of the C.S. Lewis Institute at https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/Give </video>

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In the legacy of C. S. Lewis, the Institute endeavors to develop disciples who will articulate, defend and live their faith in Christ in personal and public life.

C. S. Lewis was an Oxford scholar, professor of English literature, and author of more than thirty books including The Chronicles of Narnia. He was also one of the most effective Christian apologists, evangelists, and teachers of the 20th Century.

The C. S. Lewis Institute offers life-changing discipleship for those who are ready to be intentional about spiritual growth in Christ. The Fellows Program is the Institute’s flagship discipleship program and is offered in more than a dozen cities across the United States and around the world.

The Institute offers discipleship, apologetics, and evangelism resources and hosts conferences and livestream events featuring world-class speakers addressing topics such as: apologetics, biblical authority, calling, justice, mentoring, mission, prayer, spiritual discernment, and more.

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