Apologetics

Our resources seek to show why Christians believe that Christianity is true and worth believing. The shorthand term for that is 'apologetics'. It's what Simon Peter was writing about when he wrote: "Always be ready to make your defence to anyone who demands from you an account of the hope that is in you" (1 Peter 3:15, NRSV). Defending the truth of Christian beliefs against objections is important, as is the ability to communicate that truth effectively and attractively. Explore what apologetics is, why it is Biblical and how to engage with it effectively.

Apologetics as Conversation

Tim Muehlhoff

Principles from Proverbs to guide our apologetics conversations.

What is Apologetics?

Peter May

The Apostle Peter wrote that all Christians need to be ready to give an 'apology' (Greek apologia) or defence of their Christian hope to…

Introduction to the Philosophy of Religion

Daniel Hill

A brief introduction to some of the issues discussed in the Philosophy of Religion and Natural Theology.

Corinth and Acts 17

Tom Price

For the context of this article on Paul's evangelistic methods and his use of apologetics, read Acts 17:16-18:17. What Happened at…

Six Enemies of Apologetic Engagement

Douglas Groothuis

What are the barriers that prevent people engaging with apologetics today? How can we make people aware of its potential to present the…

Can We Use Social Media for Evangelism?

Ian Paul

Review of a new book on Sharing Faith Using Social Media. The book also explores the use of different biblical paradigms for evangelism.

Paul at Athens

Peter May

An extract from Peter May's book The Search for God: and the Path to Persuasion.

Engaging Well with Teachers

Tom Roberts

When teachers challenge Christianity it's hard to know how to respond. Here are some tips for having a good conversation with them.

Learning from an Apostle: Christianity in the Marketplace of Ideas