The Light from Behind the Sun: A Reformed and Evangelical Appreciation of C.S. Lewis

Pastor Wilson’s efforts bring clarity and light to some of the challenging passages of CS Lewis. Highly recommend!

The Light from Behind the Sun: A Reformed and Evangelical Appreciation of C.S. Lewis

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The Light from Behind the Sun: A Reformed and Evangelical Appreciation of C.S. Lewis

I have always enjoyed Doug Wilson’s reflections on the life an writings of C. S. Lewis. Light from Behind the Sun is another important offering from Wilson.

Douglas Wilson writes a poignant book on why every Christian should have CS Lewis on their shelves. Lewis is timeless.

I wasn't sure what to expect, but considering the frequency and care with which Pastor Wilson references CS Lewis, I figured it was worth a roll of the dice. The "reformed" in the title isn't frivolous. By examining Lewis' works through a distinctly reformed lens, the beauty and precision of his work comes through all the more clearly. If you appreciate CS Lewis and a good sharp quill, you can't go wrong here. I read it through in a day and was left wishing for more.

I’m a third of the way into the book, and have really enjoyed it thus far. I believe my introduction to Mr. Wilson was via a lecture he gave at a C.S Lewis conference several years back. His commentary on Lewis’ writings and worldview is something that I’ve found I hold much of the same persuasion on. It’s also worth mentioning that I’ve undergone a great deal of growing up since I met Doug and coming back to his writings from time to time has played no small part in that process. Thank you, Canon Press! Love what y’all are doing :)

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My conversion experience was heavily centered around reading Lewis' "The Weight of Glory," which proceeded my affiliation with Reformed thinking. I had since been struggle to rectify the two in the places where Lewis and the Reformers seem to conflict, and this book was exactly what I needed.