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Why Jesus?
This website is intended for police officers and police staff who are already Christians and can subscribe to the CPA Basis of Faith. If you’re not quite there yet in terms of your faith: this page is for you!
One of the biggest obstacles today to understanding Jesus is the misconception that surrounds Christianity. The best way forward is to find the evidence and then judge for yourself. This is where the CPA can help. We recommend the following three-pronged approach:
- First, find out the facts. On this page are a few books and websites that give useful information.
- Second, talk to a Christian and find out why they believe. An obvious place to start is your local church. But don’t be afraid to "shop around" until you find a church that is right for you. Every church has a unique congregation and character. You’ll soon figure out whether they are more concerned with finding a deeper relationship with God or the history of the graveyard. We can link you to a Christian in your Police Service.
- Third, pray for wisdom and understanding. The best way to seek God is to talk to Him.
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Books
Beyond Belief? by Peter Meadows & Joseph Steinberg(Word Publishing, 1999)
A jargon free, readable book that introduces people to the Christian faith without strings or preconditions. It uses straightforward language to explain what Christians believe and why.
Christianity Explored by Rico Tice and Barry Cooper(Paternoster, 2002)
An engaging down-to-earth book, peppered with illustrations from films and modern culture, looking at key elements of the Christian faith, including: "Who was Jesus?" and "What is a Christian?" A great overview.
If I were God I'd end all the pain by John Dickson(Matthias Media, 2001)
Can we still believe in God in the face of all the suffering and pain in the world? John Dickson looks honestly at these questions, and provides some compelling answers.
Ultimate Questions by John BlanchardDoes God exist? What is he like? How can I know? This book tackles these questions head on. This book is so popular it has been translated into 40 languages.