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Francis Schaeffer

Francis Schaeffer

January 30, 1912 – May 15, 1984

Philosopher, Theologian & Author

Showed that Christianity is true truth — answering every honest question

Biography

American evangelical theologian, philosopher, and Presbyterian pastor. He founded the L'Abri Fellowship community in Switzerland, which became a haven for seekers and intellectuals exploring Christian faith. He authored influential works including 'The God Who Is There' and 'How Should We Then Live?'

Faith & Testimony

Schaeffer engaged the intellectual culture of the 20th century with a rigorous Christian worldview. He argued that Christianity provides the only adequate basis for human meaning, morality, and knowledge. His work influenced a generation of evangelical thinkers and leaders.

Sources

  • Francis Schaeffer — Wikipedia — Biography of the philosopher-theologian
  • L'Abri Fellowship — The study community Schaeffer founded in Switzerland
  • The God Who Is There — By Francis Schaeffer. His foundational work on Christian apologetics
  • How Should We Then Live? The Rise and Decline of Western Thought and Culture — By Francis Schaeffer. Cultural analysis from a Christian worldview

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