Exploring Psychology and Christian Faith: An Introductory Guide - Paperback

by Paul Moes (Author), Donald J. Tellinghuisen (Author)

Drawn from more than sixty years of classroom experience, this introductory guide provides students with a coherent framework for considering psychology from a Christian perspective. Paul Moes and Donald Tellinghuisen explore biblical themes of human nature in relation to all major areas of psychology, showing how a Christian understanding of humans can inform the study of psychology.

The first edition has proven to be a successful textbook, with over 11,000 copies sold. The second edition has been updated and revised throughout based on student and instructor feedback.

Brief, accessible chapters correspond to standard introductory psychology textbooks, making this an excellent supplemental text. The book includes end-of-chapter questions. An updated test bank for professors is available through Textbook eSources.

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"An excellent resource for introducing students to the relationship between their faith and the study of psychology"

This introductory guide provides students with a coherent framework for considering psychology from a Christian perspective. The second edition has been revised and updated throughout based on student and instructor feedback.

"The second edition of Exploring Psychology and Christian Faith is exceptional. This is an excellent resource for introducing students to the relationship between their faith and the study of psychology."
--Mark Yarhouse, Wheaton College

"Writing a book aimed at beginning college students requires the ability to communicate complex concepts with clarity and to do so in a way that engages students and, ideally, invites self-reflection. Moes and Tellinghuisen have checked all the boxes. My undergraduate students have been enthusiastic about the first edition, and the second edition shows promise of being even more inspiring."
--Elizabeth Lewis Hall, Biola University

"Psychologists Moes and Tellinghuisen are uniquely equipped to engage and critique psychological science from a distinctly Christian perspective. This is a cogent, thorough book that will prove insightful and illuminating for Christians seeking a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of themselves and others. Strongly recommended."
--Bryan J. Dik, Colorado State University; author of Redeeming Work: A Guide to Discovering God's Calling for Your Career

"In this fresh edition, Moes and Tellinghuisen provide a faithful and fruitful framework for rigorous engagement with the psychological science of human behavior and mental processes. An excellent resource with lasting value!"
--Charlotte V. O. Witvliet, Hope College

"Moes and Tellinghuisen do an excellent job of exploring the sometimes difficult issues raised by faith and psychological science. This book is useful for both introductory courses in psychology and upper-level courses in the integration of science and faith."
--Laird R. O. Edman, Northwestern College, Iowa

"In this second edition, Moes and Tellinghuisen improve on an excellent text by making it more succinct, accessible, and effective. A superb companion text for any introductory psychology course."
--David N. Entwistle, Malone University (emeritus) and North Greenville University

Author Biography

Paul Moes (PhD, Texas Christian University) is professor of psychology at Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He previously taught at Dordt College for eighteen years. He writes about Christian approaches to understanding brain function, personal responsibility, and human nature.

Donald J. Tellinghuisen (PhD, University of Iowa) is professor of psychology at Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He previously taught at Augustana College. He has published research on attention and distractibility as well as on human decision making.