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Non-Christians, skeptics, and people of other faiths raise some very good questions regarding the Christian faith, questions that we as Christians should be able to answer. The word apologetics comes from the Greek word apologia found in 1 Peter 3:15 and means "defense." The Bible says that we're to always be ready (thus the name of this ministry) to give a "defense" (an apologia) to people who ask us about the hope we have as Christians. Why does God want us to "defend the faith"? Shouldn't we just preach the gospel? What Biblical examples are there of people involved in defending the faith? You'll find answers to these questions in the resources below.


ARTICLES:

"Apologetics Definition" a simple definition of the word

"Introduction to Christian Apologetics" by Charlie Campbell

"Six Enemies of Apologetic Engagement" by Douglas Groothius

The Importance of Teaching Apologetics to Our Youth by Dr. Randy Douglass

"Contending for the Faith" by Bob Hoekstra

AUDIO:

"The Importance of Defending the Faith" by Charlie Campbell (Dial Up)

"Contending for the Faith" by Bob Hoekstra


RECOMMENDED RESOURCES IN OUR ONLINE STORE:
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DEFENDING THE FAITH: The Importance of Contending for the Truths of Christianity (DVD)
by Charlie Campbell

Should Christians defend the faith? Should we seek to persuade nonbelievers to believe with reasons and evidences? Why? What Biblical examples are there of those in the Scriptures giving evidences and reasons to believe? Did Jesus defend the faith? Why does God want us to be prepared to give a defense? In this study, Charlie Campbell answers these questions and others and then wraps things up by emphasizing the character traits that should mark the Christian’s attempts to persuade people to believe (humility, gentleness, respect, patience, love, compassion, etc.). DVD length: 58 minutes. This WIDESCREEN DVD contains nearly a 100 images from Charlie’s PowerPoint presentation. Click here to purchase ($11.95).
I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist

I DON'T HAVE ENOUGH FAITH TO BE AN ATHEIST (Book)
by Dr. Norman Geisler and Dr. Frank Turek

Norman Geisler and Frank Turek give clear, persuasive answers to a host of challenging questions like: Is truth knowable? Is truth absolute or relative? Does God exist? Are miracles possible? How do we know the Bible is true? What evidence is there that Jesus Christ is the Son of God? Don't all religions lead to God? This book will strengthen your faith or serve as a great evangelism tool for the tough minded skeptic. Charlie Campbell says, "If you can only afford one book on Christian apologetics, this is the one I'd recommend. It is one of the best in print!" Other endorsers include: Lee Strobel, Josh McDowell, Ravi Zacharias, Phillip Johnson, William Dembski, Cal Thomas and others. Paperback from Crossway, 448 pages. Click here to purchase.