A heartfelt exploration of belief that bridges science, philosophy, and faith.
Some books make you pause and think; others make you rethink everything you thought you knew. I Believe in Santa Claus and I Believe in God by J. Lynn Currie does both. This deeply personal and intellectually rich book is more than just a reflection on belief — it’s an invitation to explore the space where science, logic, and faith meet. Currie tackles some of life’s oldest and toughest questions: Why are we here? Does God exist? And if so, what does that mean for us? His answers are thoughtful, relatable, and surprisingly down-to-earth, even when dealing with cosmic ideas.
At its heart, this book is about how belief isn’t blind — it’s a choice made with reason, evidence, and trust. Currie shows us that faith in God can be as logical and sensible as any scientific hypothesis, and he does so in a way that’s both refreshing and deeply human.
“In the same sense that fairies are imaginary beings and unicorns are mythical animals, I also believe in Santa Claus. What then do I mean when I say I believe in God?”
— I Believe In Santa Claus And I Believe In God, I Believe In Santa Claus (And What Does That Mean?), P. 2
The Heart of the Book
At its core, this book is a journey through the mind and soul of someone who wrestled with doubt and came out with a deeper, stronger faith. Currie doesn’t shy away from the hard questions. He tackles ideas about existence, the origins of matter, the evidence of design in the universe, and the nature of consciousness and free will — all with a conversational tone that feels like a thoughtful chat with a wise friend.
One of the book’s most powerful messages is that belief is not about abandoning reason; it’s about expanding it. Currie argues that believing in God is not a leap into the dark but a step toward a bigger, more complete understanding of reality. He weaves together science and theology, showing how the laws of nature, the complexity of life, and even the concept of time all point toward something greater — a Creator beyond space and time.
A standout section explores the concept of design in creation. Currie walks us through the idea that complexity and order rarely arise by chance, using examples from biology, physics, and everyday life. He shows that the deeper we look into the workings of the universe, the more evidence we find of intentional design — and that design, he argues, points back to God.
The Author Who Believes
J. Lynn Currie has spent his life thinking deeply about belief, truth, and the human experience. He studied philosophy and theology at Lincoln Christian University and holds a B.A. and M.A. in psychology from the University of Illinois Springfield, where he focused on social psychology and research design. His professional background spans teaching, government work as a research analyst and program evaluator, and decades of active service in the church as a youth sponsor, deacon, and teacher. Today, Currie continues to write and speak on faith and reason with the same wit, candor, and love of truth that define his work.
Why is This Book Good?
I Believe in Santa Claus and I Believe in God is more than a book — it’s a conversation about belief that challenges you to think deeper and trust bigger. It invites you to see faith not as the opposite of reason but as its natural companion.
I Believe in Santa Claus and I Believe in God
Why I Believe
Grab your copy today and rediscover what it truly means to believe — with both your heart and your mind.