Six Enemies of Apologetic Engagement
What are the barriers that prevent people engaging with apologetics today? How can we make people aware of its potential to present the…
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.
What are the barriers that prevent people engaging with apologetics today? How can we make people aware of its potential to present the…
Two talks on the 'Psychological Barriers to Belief' look at basic life patterns and past painful experiences.
Should we endeavour to prove Christian faith? Is it wrong to try to? Should we just simply present the gospel and ask for a response?…
The Apostle Peter wrote that all Christians need to be ready to give an 'apology' (Greek apologia) or defence of their Christian hope to…
David Cook considers the ethics of apologetics. He looks at why people reject the use of apologetics and whether they have a good case or…
This talk is based on Alister McGrath's biography of C.S. Lewis.
Jerram Barrs considers the place of the mind and the heart in the Christian faith, and argues that Christians have often failed to love God…