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    Dr Gregory Laughery "Living Reflections, written by Gregory J. Laughery the Director of the L'Abri Fellowship in Switzerland, is a worthy contribution to contemporary Christian thought in the tradition of cultural engagement championed by Francis Schaeffer, co-founder (with his wife Edith) of L'Abri. Laughery deals with a number of key issues from contemporary Christian philosophy, hermeneutics, and Biblical scholarship, moving seamlessly from philosophy to theology and back. The book is notable for its engagement with both "continental" and "analytic" philosophy, and also for the good sense and balance the author shows in dealing with a number of contested issues."

    C. Stephen Evans University Professor of Philosophy and Humanities, Baylor University.

    "Continuing in the spirit of Francis Schaeffer, but with more careful scholarly acumen, Greg Laughery shows how and why philosophical reflection is important for Christian witness. This is philosophical wisdom in service to the Word."

    James K.A. Smith, Professor of Philosophy, Calvin College.

    "For those wondering what Francis Schaeffer might say about postmodernity and contemporary disputes over language, philosophy, and interpretation, this collection of essays by a third generation staff member of the Swiss L'Abri may provide the answer. Greg Laughery's book runs the gamut of contemporary hermeneutics, using Paul Ricoeur as his sparring partner in each of its five chapters. Here is no despising of the intellect, but a probing reflection on the nature of Christian thought and biblical interpretation. Schaeffer can rest easy: the community at L'Abri continues to ask the right preliminary questions."

    Kevin Vanhoozer, Blanchard Professor of Theology, Wheaton College.

    "Living Reflections offers five perceptive essays on religious epistemology and biblical hermeneutics, written by an astute and widely read observer of evangelical scholarship."

    Lee Hardy, Professor of Philosophy, Calvin College.

    "Living Reflections is an extremely accessible introduction to some key questions facing anyone who wants to interpret Scripture theologically and with reasoned integrity. Greg, the Director of Swiss L'Abri, engages with theological, philosophical and hermeneutical dilemmas that are of the utmost importance for both academy and church. What is more, he makes complex issues into user-friendly discussions for both student and pastor, empowering the reader to grasp their significance for our times. The reader is not only led through the issues of foundationalism, authorial intention, the relation between history and text, the place of language and how to approach the parables of Jesus, but done so with the companionship of Dr Laughery's own mentor, Paul Ricoeur. This is a great introduction to hermeneutics, and to seeing how the thinking of one scholar, Ricoeur, can enhance the reader's appreciation and insight into a myriad of problems."

    Graham McFarlane, Senior Lecturer in Systematic Theology, London School of Theology. by Dr Gregory Laughery

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