We all have questions
For Good Reason is a book about some of life’s most important, and most-asked, questions, and my attempt to answer them. Can you be good without God? Who was Jesus, really? Why should I believe God exists? In For Good Reason, we explore these questions and many more.
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What people are saying about For Good Reason:
John Vampatella’s book, For Good Reason, is an excellent guide for someone just beginning to ask questions about God. He leads the reader through the most fundamental issues about knowledge and evidence, reasons to think God is real, the amazing story of the universe as we know it, and our experience of good and evil. He continues the conversation to consider how the Christian story provides both an intellectually strong and humanly satisfying answer to every person’s deepest needs.
What helps this book stand out is the combination of its clarity and its intelligence. A reader who has not yet read any philosophy or scientific work will be well able to follow the discussion. At the same time, those who devour these kinds of books will find it intelligent enough to satisfy them.
While each reader will have his or her own favorite section, I found the chapter on the origin of life especially fascinating. Vampatella reveals, with well-documented accuracy, the unexpected wonder that there is a universe that allows complex life. The intricacies involved at the genetic level are simply astounding.
Throughout the book, Vampatella engages the difficult questions fairly and honestly. His responses are always on target. The overall case for the reality of God and the truth of the Christian story is shown to be strong enough to warrant belief.
Greg Ganssle, Professor of Philosophy, Biola University
For Good Reason Book Review
“For Good Reason is distilled concentrate; a well-written, readable presentation, bringing lofty topics into focus. John Vampatella leverages thirty years of conversational experience, interacting over many big philosophical questions. Topics such as the existence of God, how did life begin, the problem of evil and is God knowable are addressed with clear, logical thinking.
This rich and compact resource is an interesting blend of classic apologetics and up-to-date research and scholarship. It is chock full of useful and stimulating references. Vampatella's style serves as a launching pad for further interaction with these topics. For Good Reason is especially helpful for those seeking answers and also points to deeper channels for further understanding.”
Kurt, campus minister
For Good Reason Book Review
“For Good Reason examines the complexities and mysteries we call life on this earth, and further assesses how they provide good reason to believe in God. We all have faith in things for which we have no tangible or specific evidence. John Vampatella asks: why not God? In answering that question, For Good Reason lays out a simple foundation and then builds a logical structure upon it. John Vampatella’s story is a personal one in which he asks the reader to evaluate the logic and, hopefully, come to the same conclusion – it is a reasonable bet that God exists. You have nothing to lose in believing so. For Good Reason is an enlightening and meaningful read for both believers and non-believers.”
Dan, USN (ret.)
For Good Reason Book Review
“After 31 years of college ministry and as an apologetics junkie, I've read countless apologetic books. John Vampatella's book For Good Reason was a delightful addition that belongs with the best of the best in this category. It is both concise and comprehensive, as well as very readable. I'm amazed at how well John concisely summarizes many of the philosophical arguments in easy to understand language and addresses some of the most pressing questions people wrestle with when it comes to the question of God's existence. John's book is perfect for those exploring the rationality of belief in God and wondering if there is more to life, and also a great resource for believers who want to understand and communicate why there are good reasons to believe in God. This book is well worth your time.”
Ric, campus minister