Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity by David EntwistleDavid Entwistle's (2010) Integrative Approaches to Psychology and Christianity is aimed more at Christians with conservative evangelical views and provides the reader with insight into different worldview conflicts and truth-seeking bases that surround the connection that underlies psychology and theology. In addition to analyzing the possible connection between psychology and theology, Entwisle discusses the possibility of integrating Christian faith with the practice of psychology. “Christian conceptions of personality, the purpose of human life, our need for God, and the ethical teachings of the Christian faith are integral to, and not merely parallel to, psychology” (p. 199 ). Entwistle's view on this matter is clearly stated. He believes it is necessary to integrate theology and psychology in order to fully understand human nature. One of the central points of this book is to discuss "integrative approaches within a well-conceived Christian worldview" (p. 63), focusing on the history of psychology, the relationship between faith and science and controversial issues in science and psychology. He states: "In many ways, the foundations of science were laid in part by a Christian worldview that saw the universe as an ordered place in which laws could describe the regularities found there, based on the principle that the world was created by a powerful, rational and personal Being” (p. 33). The book presents the different models of integration, the five paradigms or ways of relating psychology to Christianity. The first being the enemy paradigm, meaning that psychology and Christianity cannot be integrated in any way, "the belief that ps...... middle of article ......t Entwisle does not does not try to impose points of view on its readers but simply informs them about the beliefs and points of view that exist. It challenges the audience to bring to the surface their thought process and emotions that the book can bring to the surface. Asking yourself why does this chapter affect me so much? What can I do to expand my knowledge so that if I am faced with a difficult question in the future, I am well informed and my opinion and belief are validated? How can I use this book to help people who are trying to mature in their spirituality? What approach should I use? I am working towards my doctorate in psychology and I am a Christian. I believe that the integration of psychology and Christianity is essential to the development of my education as well as my spiritual growth. I do not, however, agree that I have the right to judge those who do not share my opinions or who attempt to influence their beliefs..