Apologetics

Apologetics is the study and practice of giving answers for the reasonableness and truth of the Christian faith. The word comes from the Greek apologia and means “to give a defense.” In 1 Peter 3:15, Christians are commanded to give an apologia to anyone who asks the reason for our hope.

Defending the Christian World View

In a culture where God’s Word is constantly under attack from those both inside and outside of the church, we must always be ready to give a defense for the hope that is in us. Christianity is rooted in history—real people and events of the past.

More than Winning an Argument

We can shoot down arguments and offer reasons for our beliefs, but if we don’t lead people to the soul-saving gospel of Jesus Christ, we have not successfully defended the faith.

We Should Start with the Bible!

The Bible not only claims to be a revelation from the infinite Creator, but it gives a very detailed history concerning origins to enable us to come to right conclusions. No other book does this. We have a revelation from an omnipotent God, who gives us the history we need to know so we can interpret the evidence of the present correctly.

Articles About Apologetics

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The Right Tool for the Job

Jan. 11, 2015 from Answers Magazine
Trying to convince someone about the Creator but unsure which resource is most effective?
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Avoid Raising Little Legalists

Jan. 1, 2015 from Answers Magazine
Our fallen nature often leads us astray from true obedience into the ditch of rule-keeping.
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One Book Is Sufficient

Jan. 1, 2015 from Answers Magazine
Scripture alone is a sufficient source of knowledge about God; nature is not.
Supernatural or Science: How Do We Explain Miracles?

Oct. 3, 2014
Since God created the universe and established the natural laws which govern it, is He not also able to supersede those laws when He chooses?
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Is Your Message Up to Date?

Oct. 1, 2014 from Answers Magazine
Outdated apologetics can ruin more than your first impression.
Proving God’s Existence

July 15, 2014
It is clear from biblical history that miracles are not always a reliable cure for a hardened unbelief.
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Finding Our Way

July 1, 2014 from Answers Magazine
Tough times often force us to go back to the Bible and rethink our assumptions.
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The 15 Questions of Life

May 15, 2014
Can your child, your student, or your church family answer the following questions?
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Answers & Orphans

April 1, 2014 from Answers Magazine
At fifteen, Andrew Harris decided to do something he’d always wanted: support an orphan in a poor country.
Reaching Bolivia and Latin America with Creation Apologetics

Nov. 20, 2013
Last week in Bolivia, AiG held some very full days of presenting creation apologetics talks in the city of Santa Cruz.
Evolution vs. God

Nov. 1, 2013
Today the battle being fought is one of authority. Will we look to God’s Word, or to man and his changing, fallible opinions as our highest authority?
Where to Find Answers

Sept. 23, 2013 from Letter from Ken
Ken shares how he initially learned scientific and biblical answers to the origins issue, and how you can, too.
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Think Bigger

Sept. 11, 2013 from Answers Magazine
As God’s enemies become bolder in their reproaches, how will God’s people respond?
A Spiritual War Is Raging

Aug. 26, 2013 from Letter from Ken
Ken challenges the church to recognize and get equipped for the raging spiritual war.
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Are You Teaching Discernment?

Aug. 11, 2013 from Answers Magazine
It’s not enough to teach students facts or good argumentation techniques.
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Everyday Apologetics

July 1, 2013 from Answers Magazine
Even when Jeff Durham isn’t teaching his apologetics class, he’s teaching apologetics.
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Faith vs. Reason

May 19, 2013 from Answers Magazine
Some Christians have the idea that faith and reason are in conflict, divided by some unbridgeable chasm.
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The Heart of Apologetics

Jan. 1, 2013 from Answers Magazine
Several years ago, while I was pastoring a church and teaching apologetics at a Christian high school in Wisconsin, I learned an invaluable lesson.
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Not Ashamed of a Biblical Starting Point

Dec. 2, 2012 from Answers Magazine
Observational science confirms that the Bible really is the right starting point and reveals the inconsistency of starting with secular ideas.
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Maturing the Message

Oct. 14, 2012 from Answers Magazine
The creation message has matured over the past three decades, as the discernment and understanding of creationist leaders has matured.
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Thinking About Forever

Oct. 1, 2012 from Answers Magazine
Sharing scientific evidences isn’t enough to convince people about the age of the earth. Something more is needed.
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Speaking to a Hostile Audience

Oct. 1, 2012 from Answers Magazine
We all have areas of special interest, whether animals, astronomy, or airplanes, that God can use as a springboard for evangelism.
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Fighting in the Forums

July 29, 2012 from Answers Magazine
Christians should keep several things in mind when participating in online forums and discussion groups.
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Questions from the Road

July 1, 2012 from Answers Magazine
If you were to get out on the road and ask people what their biggest questions about the Bible are, what would they say?