Investigating what the atheists mean when they use the words 'atheism' and 'God', this book explores the differences and similarities between 'old' and 'new' atheism, and places atheism of either variety in context by examining the naturalistic worldview that grounds it. It also examines various arguments against God-belief.

Comprises a key element of his thriteen volume magnum opus 'The Church Dogmatics". This edition reproduces a central section of this seminal work, showing how Man is reconciled with God and himself.