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Seeking Truth

How to Move from Partisan Bickering To Building Consensus

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr

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Seeking Truth

How to Move from Partisan Bickering To Building Consensus

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr

We live in a world that is not governed by Truth. Disagreements surround us. Recent Presidential elections are hotly contested and won by the narrowest of margins. Charges of misinformation, fake news, and bias abound. Everyone claims they are correct; they have the Truth. Seeking Truth looks at both the philosophical and practical issues of Truth to understand how we come to know what we know and why we disagree so much. More importantly, it lays out how we can disagree in ways that avoid division and polarization and instead move to build a consensus on the Truth. Seeking Truth addresses things like how to think about what you believe, how to handle disagreement and errors positively, how do you know if you are open-minded, and how to make better decisions. Seeking Truth uses a lot of examples to make this case. To avoid current disputes, most are drawn from history, as people in various times and settings sought to understand how nature works, what happened in a particular event, or what is the best way to proceed or govern ourselves. Science, history, politics, business, all of these areas involve Truth in one way or another. Seeking Truth will help you become a better thinker, a more critical thinker, and one who moves closer to the Truth.

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Faith and Reason

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

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Faith and Reason

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

What is faith and how does it differ from belief? How do people disagree, and why do people disagree? In particular, how does one make decisions about faith? Does reason enter into the discussion at all? Elgin Hushbeck, Jr., author of two previous books in the Consider Christianity series, Evidence for the Bible and Christianity and Secularism, is very much concerned with these questions. After all, how can you conclude that the Bible is reliable or that Christianity is valid without discussing how it is that these questions are to be answered. In Faith and Reason, Hushbeck continues what is both a long-term study and a journey of faith. This combination is particularly powerful, because he is discussing issues which have concerned him and others, and is speaking of something he has experienced. He is extraordinarily well-qualified to examine these issues in detail. Unlike the first two volumes in the series, this book is directed more at a Christian audience. It calls for Christians to consider the “why” of their faith and to prepare to both consider and express. Amongst the many important topics covered are the definitions of “faith” and “reason,” the nature of evidence, critical thinking, logical fallacies, how critical thinking impacts Bible study, and finally what constitutes a living faith. This book will be a powerful tool for Christians who want to think more clearly about their faith, but can be valuable for anyone interested in epistemology, especially in comparative religion.

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Preserving Democracy

By: Elgin L Hushbeck

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Preserving Democracy

By: Elgin L Hushbeck

New, Expanded, Paperback Edition Like an aging monument, democracy itself is crumbling. An ever increasing government threatens both freedom and a financial collapse. Judges are acting more like kings themselves than interpreters of the law Redisticting, voter fraud, campaign finance controls, and an uninformed electorate threaten the integrity of elections. The values that made America the greatest country in the world are being supplanted. Government's attempts to make people's lives better often have the opposite effect What is causing this decay? What can we do? Preserving Democracy was written to answer these questions. Elgin Hushbeck, Jr. defends American constitutional government by: 1. focusing on specific ideas rather than personalities, 2. being ideologically sharp, yet non-partisan in tone 3. using clear and simple, but never simplistic, arguments. Are you equipped for the task of Preserving Democracy?

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Preserving Democracy

What the Founding Fathers Knew, what We Have Forgotten, & how it Threatens Democracy

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

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Preserving Democracy

What the Founding Fathers Knew, what We Have Forgotten, & how it Threatens Democracy

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

Hushbeck defends American constitutional government by focusing on specific ideas rather than personalities, being ideologically sharp, yet nonpartisan in tone, and by using clear and simple arguments.

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Consider Christianity, Volume 1 Study Guide

By: Elgin, L Hushbeck Jr.

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Consider Christianity, Volume 1 Study Guide

By: Elgin, L Hushbeck Jr.

This study guide is designed to accompany Consider Christianity, Volume 1: Evidence for the Bible. It will help you, your small group, or our church congregation prepare themselves to give an answer for the hope that is in them (1 Peter 3:15). It features: 1. Fact questions to aid in review and memory of the material in each chapter. 2. Thought questions to stir up your thinking and help you develop a deeper understanding of some of the key issues raised in each chapter and the arguments you will use to defend your faith 3. Real World Problems mostly using actual statements questioning the reliability of the Bible to help you prepare to use the information learned in the book to address the types of challenges you are likely to encounter.

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A Short Critique of Climate Change

By: Jr. Elgin L Hushbeck

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A Short Critique of Climate Change

By: Jr. Elgin L Hushbeck

Climate Change has become a major topic of debate in today’s politics, with some advocating serious changes in policy in response to it, and others suggesting that scientists and politicians are misreading, misrepresenting, and misapplying the data. Elgin Hushbeck, Jr. is not afraid to challenge scientific orthodoxy, and in fact believes it is very important that we do so. In this little book, he gives an introduction to a number of problems that he and others see with the apparent consensus view on this topic. His intention is to use this one case as a model for how we need to handle scientific data and dissent from consensus opinions in order to preserve the integrity of the scientific process. Is important data being ignored? Is it being interpreted to fit an existing view? How should we respond as a society? You’ll have a chance to examine some of these questions in the pages of this book.

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Consider Christianity

Volume II Study Guide

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

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Consider Christianity

Volume II Study Guide

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

This study guide is designed to accompany Consider Christianity, Volume 2: Evidence for the Christian Faith. It will help you, your small group, or our church congregation prepare themselves to give an answer for the hope that is in them (1 Peter 3:15). It features: 1. Fact questions to aid in review and memory of the material in each chapter. 2. Thought questions to stir up your thinking and help you develop a deeper understanding of some of the key issues raised in each chapter and the arguments you will use to defend your faith 3. Real World Problems mostly using actual statements questioning the reliability of the Bible to help you prepare use the information learned in the book to address the types of challenges you are likely to encounter.

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A Short Critique of Climate Change and What Is Wrong with Social Justice

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By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

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A Short Critique of Climate Change and What Is Wrong with Social Justice

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By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

This ebook combines two important short discussions from Energion's Topical Line Drives series: A Short Critique of Climate Change and What Is Wrong with Social Justice. Climate Change has become a major topic of debate in today's politics, with some advocating serious changes in policy in response to it, and others suggesting that scientists and politicians are misreading, misrepresenting, and misapplying the data. Elgin Hushbeck, Jr. is not afraid to challenge scientific orthodoxy, and in fact believes it is very important that we do so. In this little book, he gives an introduction to a number of problems that he and others see with the apparent consensus view on this topic. His intention is to use this one case as a model for how we need to handle scientific data and dissent from consensus opinions in order to preserve the integrity of the scientific process. Is important data being ignored? Is it being interpreted to fit an existing view? How should we respond as a society? You'll have a chance to examine some of these questions in the pages of this book. What could possibly be wrong with social justice? We like justice. We are social beings. Should not our communities be just ones? Author Elgin Hushbeck, Jr. maintains that social justice is not justice. When we pursue social justice, it is at the expense of true justice and in its pursuit of equality, social justice threatens liberty. It is a case of setting contradictory and incompatible goals. Hushbeck examines our current pursuit of social justice and how it has failed, while looking also at the scriptures we use in that pursuit and how we have misunderstood them. While we should care about our neighbors and find ways to ease the plight of the poor, social justice's emphasis on redistribution is not only often unjust but it actually makes things worse. His prescription? Pursue justice and liberty without any adjectives.

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What Is Wrong with Social Justice

By: Jr. Elgin L. Hushbeck

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What Is Wrong with Social Justice

By: Jr. Elgin L. Hushbeck

What could possibly be wrong with social justice? We like justice. We are social beings. Should not our communities be just ones? Author Elgin Hushbeck, Jr. maintains that social justice is not justice. When we pursue social justice, it is at the expense of true justice and in its pursuit of equality, social justice threatens liberty. It is a case of setting contradictory and incompatible goals. Hushbeck examines our current pursuit of social justice and how it has failed, while looking also at the scriptures we use in that pursuit and how we have misunderstood them. While we should care about our neighbors and find ways to ease the plight of the poor, social justice's emphasis on redistribution is not only often unjust but it actually makes things worse. His prescription? Pursue justice and liberty without any adjectives.

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Evidence for the Bible

By: Daniel Dixson

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Evidence for the Bible

By: Daniel Dixson

Christians rely on the Bible for information on both their most basic understanding of reality and in determining right and wrong in their decision-making. But can you rely on the Bible? Evidence for the Bible is the first volume in the Consider Christianity series, written by Elgin Hushbeck, Jr. It discusses the evidence for the inspiration and reliability of the Bible and deals with objections. It is clear and forceful but also invites dialogue on this key issue of the Christian faith. Chapter titles are: How Did We Get the Bible The Bible and Modern Criticism Archeology and the Bible Science vs. Religion Science and the Bible Is the Bible Reliable The Word of God or the Speculations of Men There is a clear reader's guide at the beginning of the book to indicate what is covered in each chapter, giving readers a way to move quickly to the topics that most interest or concern them. There is also an extensive index of topics. This 3rd edition is revised and expanded and includes discoveries from the nearly twenty years since the 2nd edition was released. You'll find a discussion of advancing scientific observations and theories, including early results from the James Webb telescope. Pastors, Sunday School teachers, Christian education directors, and youth leaders will not want to miss this book.

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Christianity and Secularism

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck Jr.

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Christianity and Secularism

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck Jr.

The second volume in the Consider Christianity series focuses on the evidences for the Christian faith and the conflict between Christianity and secularism. (Christian)

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1893729524

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To Love and Cherish

Ephesians 5 and the Challenge of Christian Marriage

By: Elgin Hushbeck, Jr.,Hannelore Hushbeck

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To Love and Cherish

Ephesians 5 and the Challenge of Christian Marriage

By: Elgin Hushbeck, Jr.,Hannelore Hushbeck

There are few topics where good advice is more needed than that of Christian marriage. At the same time there are few topics about which the answers given are as scattered and unclear. In this short but comprehensive volume, Elgin Hushbeck, Jr., tackles one of the most disputed passages in the New Testament, Ephesians 5, and its discussion on Marriage. On the one hand, this passage tends to scandalize some liberals, and, on the other, gets interpreted in a very patriarchal way by some conservatives. Hushbeck puts this passage into its literary and historical context to see what Paul was saying to his immediate audience, and how that message can apply to modern Christians. His clear exposition of structural and rhetorical factors is especially helpful. His analysis will open the eyes of many as to how this verse presents a challenge to both the conventions of Paul's time and of ours, as it goes to the heart of Christian Marriage. This book is suitable for individual reading, but could also be valuable for a small group study or as the basis for a sermon series.

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Christianity

The Basics

By: Jr. Elgin L Hushbeck

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Christianity

The Basics

By: Jr. Elgin L Hushbeck

In Christianity: The Basics, Elgin Hushbeck presents the basic doctrines that have defined orthodox Christianity down through the ages, giving a basic defense for this core of the Christian Faith. He also addresses questions such as can we really know and understand what the Bible teaches; isn’t it all just a matter of interpretation; and what do we mean when we say someone is, or is not, a Christian? This is a serious study, but is written in language that anyone can understand. It is suitable for use in classes in basic Christianity as well as for those who want to refresh their memory about the basics and prepare to share their faith intelligently and with grace.

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Doing Apologetics

By: Elgin Hushbeck, Jr.

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Doing Apologetics

By: Elgin Hushbeck, Jr.

Christian apologetics suffers from a reputation for loud arguments, canned answers, and a fascination with technical details. Some Christians avoid apologetics because they are either concerned about offending people, or because they are afraid they will be unable to answer technical questions. These concerns and fears are unnecessary. Elgin Hushbeck, Jr., unapologetic Christian apologist points the way toward a Christian witness that is positive, and is possible for everyone. In fact, Hushbeck maintains, all Christians testify to their faith, simply by bearing the name "Christian" and living. By emphasizing listening, respect, and most importantly, a realization that the fruit of our endeavors are God's responsibility, he invites all of us to apologetics that is centered in our own testimony and in building genuine relationships. This is a short but powerful book. It will help you approach your witness without fear or worry. Anyone can read the book quickly. It won't give you all the answers, but it will reassure you that you don't need all the answers. Nobody else has all the answers either. But what you can do is pursue conversations and depend on relationships within the church to help you. "I don't know," is a valid answer. This is a book for every Christian, but it will be especially helpful to those who teach in the church. Have a few copies on hand, and when people ask you how they can be a witness, hand them a copy. It's a short read, but it can change forever how each person carries out the gospel commission.

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The United States Constitution

A History

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

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The United States Constitution

A History

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck, Jr.

“That’s not constitutional” is a frequent claim in political debates in the United States. But how does one determine what is constitutional? Why do we disagree on this point? While the United States Constitution is the supreme law of the land, it is also a source of great controversy. It establishes the fundamental framework of our system of government, while differences in how to understand and interpret it often divide people. The United States Constitution: A History takes a fresh look at the Constitution, its origins, and controversies, from the founding of the country and its creation at the Constitutional Convention to the present. It examines the various controversies that divided the convention, why they existed, and how they were resolved to give us the government we have. In the 19th century, the main conflict was over race and slavery, with pro-Slavery forces rejecting the Declaration of Independence and its claim that all men are created equal, ultimately resulting in the civil war. The 20th century saw a new and different challenge in Progressivism with values and goals distinctly different from those of the founders. Today the nation is split over these two distinctly different views of the Constitution. One side sees a document written by the founders and amended 27 times since. The other sees a Living Constitution whose meaning grows and evolves with the ever-changing country. The United States Constitution: A History traces these conflicts as they have developed since the Constitution was adopted. It looks at the understanding of the document from Marbury v. Madison up to and including Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization. With the good decisions such as Brown v. Board of Education and the bad such as Dred Scott v. Sandford and Plessy v. Ferguson, the various views of the Constitution have shaped our society for good and ill. The United States Constitution: A History will give you a better understanding of these controversies, why they exist and how they continue to divide the country.

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Evidence for the Bible

By: Elgin L. Hushbeck Jr.

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The first volume in the Consider Christianity series discusses the evidence for the inspiration and reliability of the Bible, and deals with objections. Hushbeck invites dialogue on this key issue of the Christian faith. (Christian)

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Book's by Elgin L. Hushbeck

Seeking Truth

Seeking Truth

Faith and Reason

Faith and Reason

Preserving Democracy

Preserving Democracy

Preserving Democracy

Preserving Democracy

Consider Christianity, Volume 1 Study Guide

Consider Christianity, Volume 1 Study Guide

A Short Critique of Climate Change

A Short Critique of Climate Change

Consider Christianity

Consider Christianity

A Short Critique of Climate Change and What Is Wrong with Social Justice

A Short Critique of Climate Change and What Is Wrong with Social Justice

What Is Wrong with Social Justice

What Is Wrong with Social Justice

Evidence for the Bible

Evidence for the Bible

Christianity and Secularism

Christianity and Secularism

To Love and Cherish

To Love and Cherish

Christianity

Christianity

Doing Apologetics

Doing Apologetics

The United States Constitution

The United States Constitution

Evidence for the Bible

Evidence for the Bible

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