Reasons to Believe

How to Understand, Defend, and Explain the Catholic Faith

By: Scott Hahn

Narrated by: Grover Gardner

Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins

Publisher's summary

In Reasons to Believe, Scott Hahn, a convert to Catholicism, explains the "how and why" of the Catholic faith - drawing from Scripture, his own struggles, and those of other converts, as well as from everyday life and even natural science. Hahn shows that reason and revelation, as well as nature and the supernatural, are not opposed to one another; rather, they offer complementary evidence that God exists. He is someone, and He has a personality, a personal style, that is discernable and knowable.

Hahn leads readers to see that God created the universe with a purpose and a form - a form that can be found in the Book of Genesis and that is there when we view the natural world through a microscope, through a telescope, or through our contact lenses.

At the heart of the book is Hahn's examination of the 10 "keys to the kingdom" - the characteristics of the Church clearly evident in the Scriptures. As the story of creation discloses, the world is a house that has a Father, a palace where the king is really present. God created the cosmos to be a kingdom, and that kingdom is the universal Church, fully revealed by Jesus Christ.

©2007 Scott Hahn (P)2010 christianaudio.com

Amazing person, Scott Hahn

Scott is a man with a big commitment and an intellect to get to the depth of things. He is no halfhearted person. Good reader for this book is Grove Gardner.

Amazing but I wish I’d bought the paper book

This is such an amazing and comprehensive and important work and I would highly recommend it to all Catholics and those curious about the Catholic Faith. I bought this book on audible but I wish I’d bought the paper version because it contains so many references that unless you are actively writing down you may lose track of.

Excellent Resource

An absolute read for converts coming into the Catholic Church from a Protestant background. All points are backed up by scripture. Appreciate the comparison between Protestant and Catholic interpretation of the same scripture references.

Fantastic and thought provoking

Well thought well presented. Very powerful, thank you. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a rational explanation of the Catholic Faith.

Taken Aback

I am a cradle Roman Catholic and I never knew a lot of the stuff about the church until I listen to this book. What a great read, what a wonderful author, and my life is more enriched because of it.

Another Scott Hahn Classic

Scott Hahn once again does not disappoint. Solid apologetics that all Catholics should possess and as Scott quotes, "Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope" (1 Peter 3:15).

Thorough and understandable by the least educated

An excellent unfolding of Truth that makes learning fun, enjoyable and unforgettable. Truth will be planted deep in the sincere of heart and will take root for the journey of the soul desiring Eternal Life and Heaven on earth.

Excellent as usual!

Would you consider the audio edition of Reasons to Believe to be better than the print version?

Both the audio and print versions have their benefits. Audio is very easy to take with you when you are on the go. But with Scott Hahn's books, it is beneficial (but not required) to have a print copy as well for study purposes (highlights and notes).

What other book might you compare Reasons to Believe to and why?

Any and all of Scott Hahn's other books. They contain loads of information. His depth of knowledge and explanations are top notch. You will learn something (I have learned many things) in all of them.

Inspiring

The author gives us an overall view of the apologetics arguments and some interesting biblical insights. The narration is clear and competent.

A Catholic for convition and tradition

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Even though I was confirmed when I was a little boy, now as as a husband and father of 4 kids, I have re-discover the abundant riches of my Catholic faith. I'm not afraid, nor embarrased to proclaim that Jesus is present in his Church, who He is constantly invigorating and renewing through his sacraments and inspiring us with the merits and virtous lives of the saints.

Scott Hahn explains how in the Economy of God, the natural (the Creation) and supernatural (the Revelation) are completed in the death, resurrection of Jesus and in the institution of the Church, his bride and sacrament of salvation for the world.

I listened it completely when I downloaded it and now I am studying it, following the cited verses the Catholic Bible, the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

I would recommend it to anyone who is seriouly searching for the roots of their Christian faith. "Reasons to Believe" unbiased and scientific approach with lead you to discover and help you embrace the Church the Scott and I are proud to profess.

What did you like best about this story?

The authenticity and tenacity of the author to conduct a deep research.

Which scene was your favorite?

When his colleagues brought out to discussion if the baptism of infants was unbiblical, to which he questioned: is re-baptizing biblical? Jesus said "Let the children come to me..." Mat. 19, 14. In Pentecost, Peter testimony converted many asking them to "repent and be baptized all of you..." Acts 2, 38-39.

Scott found out that indeed the baptism of infants was an ancient custom in the Church.

After all, if God welcomed newborns into Israel by means of circumcision rituals, for 2000 years, why would he suddenly close the kingdom to babies because they could not understand ritual baptism? And if he had intended doing such a radical change, wouldn’t he said so explicitly?

Baptize into Christ, we are partakers fo the divine nature. Whe share in the divine sonship of Christ. This is the esence of salvation and the substance of Catholicism.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Yes, when he compares the Church as one big family:

We have the Father, we have our Mother, Mary, our brother and Saviour, Jesus, our brothers and sisters in faith, and gathered at Table to receive the "Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world".

Any additional comments?

becoming a Christian is more than a feeling or belonging to a new evangelical movement, even when the worship services might be electriying, singing with much exaltation, and the pastor's preaching very energetic...

It about belonging to the only Church Jesus founded, the one he calls "my Bride" and has all the means for sanctification and the fullness of truth.