Former Atheist Lee Strobel on "The Case for Christ" Film and Why He's Encouraged Amid Post-Modern Society

Leah Marieann Klett : Dec 15, 2016
Gospel Herald

"The Case for Christ" film draws on the true story of Lee and Leslie Strobel, whose marriage struggled mightily as her growing faith collided with his determined atheism.

[Gospel Herald] For Lee Strobel, asking the hard-hitting questions comes naturally. (Image via Gospel Herald)

An award-winning investigative journalist trained in both journalism and law at Harvard University, Strobel quickly climbed the ladder at the Chicago Tribune in the 1980's, where he was promoted to the prestigious role of legal affairs editor.

So, when his wife Leslie converted to Christianity shortly after their marriage, Strobel, a hard-nosed atheist, naturally put his journalistic and legal skills to work, attempting to disprove the existence of God.

However, after an in-depth investigation of Christianity, including numerous interviews with Biblical scholars and historians, Strobel found his heart, mind, and entire worldview radically transformed. Today, he is one of the world's leading Christian apologists and has written a number of award-winning books in defense of Christianity, including "The Case for Christ," which details his radical conversion story.

On April 7th, Strobel's dramatic journey will come to life on the big-screen: "The Case for Christ" film, from Pure Flix and Triple Horse Studios, promises to inspire everyone who sees it, from the seasoned Christian to the skeptic looking for answers.

In an exclusive interview with the Gospel Herald, Strobel opened up about his conversion experience, his hope for the upcoming film, and the surprising reason he's encouraged by today's post-modern society...

Click here to read this exclusive interview with Lee Strobel.