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In preparation for #CSLewisReadingDay on 29 November, we will read some of our favorite C.S. Lewis poems. You can find out more about the Reading Day here .

In preparation for #CSLewisReadingDay on 29 November, we will read some of our favorite C.S. Lewis poems. You can find out more about the Reading Day here .

In preparation for #CSLewisReadingDay on 29 November, we will read some of our favorite C.S. Lewis poems. You can find out more about the Reading Day here.

In preparation for #CSLewisReadingDay on 29 November, we will read some of our favorite C.S. Lewis poems. You can find out more about the Reading Day here . If you want to learn more about the Narnian Suite poem then click here .

Andrew and Thornton discuss Lewis' most emotional work where he processes the loss of his wife, Joy. The conversation covers famous quotes from the text, if Lewis went through the five stages of grief, and how this prepares us for our own grief. Episode Outline:  Banter   Background and Context Overview of the Book   Criticisms of the Book   Mentions and References in Popular Culture   Thought...

Andrew and Thornton serve as guests on the Lesser-Known Lewis podcast to talk about Lewis' essay "The Language of Religion". This is part 2 of 2. ⁠Check out Lesser-Known Lewis at their website⁠ . Connect with us on Instagram ⁠⁠@merecslewis⁠⁠ , 'X' aka Twitter at ⁠⁠@MereCSLewis⁠⁠ or email us at merecslewis@gmail.com.

Andrew and Thornton serve as guests on the Lesser-Known Lewis podcast to talk about Lewis' essay "The Language of Religion". This is part 1 of 2. Check out Lesser-Known Lewis at their website . Connect with us on Instagram ⁠@merecslewis⁠ , 'X' aka Twitter at ⁠@MereCSLewis⁠ or email us at merecslewis@gmail.com.

Thornton interviews Lucas from Cartas de Narnia. They discuss the affect of Lewis on their lives, his influence on Brazil, and Lucas' favorite Lewis works i.e. The Discarded Image and Till We Have Faces. Stay tuned for more information on C.S. Lewis Reading day on 29 November 2023. You can connect with Lucas on Instagram at Cartas de Narnia or on 'X' aka Twitter at Cartas de Narnia . C...

Andrew and Thornton journey through Lewis's theory of "transposition". Like an orchestral score being transposed for a piano, so are higher i.e. spiritual experiences transposed into natural expressions.   Episode Outline: Banter Background and Context Overview of the essay Thoughts and Analysis Close out Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis and merecslewis@gmail.com.

Andrew and Thornton journey through Lewis's thoughts on love. Lewis discusses the categories of love, love for humans and non-humans, and the four types of loves. Episode Outline: Banter Background and Context Book’s reception Overview of the Book Thoughts and Analysis Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis and merecslewis@gmail.com.

Andrew and Thornton journey through Lewis's thoughts on forgiveness. Lewis discusses the difference between excusing and forgiveness and what the Lord requires of us concerning forgiveness.  Episode Outline: Banter/The Horse and His Boy ticket discounts Background and Context Overview of the Book Thoughts and Analysis Andrew and Thornton's stories of forgiveness Connect with us on Twitter at...

Andrew and Thornton journey through Lewis's thoughts on chivalry. Lewis discusses the major themes of the poems and how they have nourished his walk. Episode Outline: Banter Background and Context Overview of the Book Thoughts and Analysis Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis and merecslewis@gmail.com.

Andrew and Thornton journey through Lewis's thoughts and meditations on the Bible's book of poetry. Lewis discusses the major themes of the poems and how they have nourished his walk.  Episode Outline: Banter Background and Context Overview of the Book/Thoughts and Analysis Criticisms of the Book Game: Psalms trivia References in Episode: More C.S. Lewis biography films The Horse and His Boy...

Andrew and Thornton discuss another C.S. Lewis essay written at the end of Lewis' life. He talks about how we can know if prayer is effective and how Christians should view prayer.  We had some audio and technical issues so please forgive the low quality. Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis.

Andrew and Thornton give their review of the recent C.S. Lewis movie "The Most Reluctant Convert". You can purchase the movie here: https://cslewismovie.com/  Also, here is the Tolkien movie they reference: Tolkien  Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis.

Andrew and Thornton journey through Lewis's memoir. Lewis explains his emotional and spiritual journey from atheism to Christianity. Episode Outline: Banter Background and Context  Overview of the Book Criticisms of the Book Mentions and References in Popular Culture Thornton and Andrew's Testimonies  Game: CS Lewis Mad Lib References in Episode: Wordsworth's Surprised by Joy poem The Mo...

Andrew and Thornton discuss another C.S. Lewis essay set during the beginning years of WWII. Lewis gives a biblical explanation of glory and what it means for the daily Christian walk. Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis .

Andrew and Thornton journey through Lewis's last formal apologetic work. Lewis's argument helps the brothers see the World and their Faith in a new light.  Episode Outline: Banter Background and Context (Broadcasts took place in WWII) Overview of the Book Criticisms of the Book Mentions and References in Popular Culture Thoughts, Analysis, and Favorite Quotes Game: Where did the Miracle occur...

Andrew and Thornton discuss another C.S. Lewis essay set during the beginning years of WWII. Lewis gives an overview of reasoning and the different forms of conscience to explain why he is not a pacifist. Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis .

Thornton and a new guest discuss a sermon Lewis preached at the start of WWII. If you've ever wondered how someone could justify learning and pursuing culture in the midst of chaos, Lewis provides a few answers and things to think about. Connect with us on Twitter at @MereCSLewis  

Taylor and Thornton journey through one of Lewis's best-known works. It's the source of many people's conversion or the rejuvenation of their faith, as Thornton and Taylor can attest.  Episode Outline:  Banter   Background and Context (Broadcasts took place in WWII)  Overview of the Book   Criticisms of the Book   Mentions and References in Popular Cult...

Taylor and Thornton journey through Lewis's first pure apologetic work. Episode Outline: Banter Background and Context Overview of the Novel Criticisms of the Novel  Mentions and References in Popular Culture Thoughts, Analysis, and Favorite Quotes No game this episode for the sake of time. Trust us, we spared you from the super cheesy one we recorded. References in Episode: Wikipedia - The P...

Taylor and Thornton journey through Lewis's first novel after becoming a Christian: The Pilgrim's Regress .  Episode Outline: Background and Context Themes Overview of the Novel Thoughts, Analysis, and Favorite Quotes Criticisms of the Novel Mentions and References in Popular Culture Game References in Episode: Discussion about the Female Personifications - Crystal Hurd Blog Notes and Transla...

The biography of our favorite Jack with notes on criticisms of his works, references to him today, and a C.S. Lewis game.