Tag: Christian Apologetics
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Come, See: Lessons on Evangelism from the Woman at the Well
I’ve been reading through John’s gospel in my current New Testament reading plan. This year, instead of reading the entire Bible, I’ve chosen the MacArthur Reading Plan, a slow, methodical walk through the New Testament. I speak all about this reading plan, and a few other ones in my post Choosing a Bible Reading Plan: Read more
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Come and See: Evangelism Born from Encounter
“Come and See.” This quotation has become a bit of a cliche in the evangelical world. I currently live in Jacksonville, FL, which is nestled directly in what’s been dubbed the “Bible belt,” and it shows in many ways. I regularly pass cars with this saying “tattooed” on their bumpers or rear-view windows, in sticker Read more
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Re‑Christianizing Culture: Exposing the Myth of “My Truth”
The internet is a wild frontier. I’ve seen some of the most ridiculous claims passed off as fact on YouTube—almost completely unchecked, mind you. It can be a scary place. Yet, amidst the noise, there are constructive voices that have contributed immensely to my growth as a believer. Recently, I watched an interview with Dr. Read more
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Guard the Good Deposit: Faith, Fatherhood, and the Next Generation
I recently became a father. As I write this, my son is two months old, but I remember a wave of emotions rushing through me when I held him for the first few times. I was ecstatic and felt love to a depth I didn’t think possible. I also remember being deathly afraid and feeling Read more
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The Apology in Apologetics: When Tone Speaks Louder Than Truth
Have you ever had an apologetic interaction that went awry? I often reflect on an interaction I had with a coworker and friend, and it pains me to remember how I completely botched the welcome discussion because I couldn’t read the situation correctly. I often look for opportunities to engage while at work apologetically. Although Read more
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Clear, Not Clever: Apologetics That Keeps Christ at the Center
Clarity and precision. Those are two of the main ingredients to an effective apologetic interaction. Whenever I’m engaging in evangelism or removing barriers to the gospel, I struggle to be as doctrinally precise as possible while being as clear as possible. This sounds second nature, but anyone who has attempted it will affirm that it’s Read more
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Is the Office of the Prophet for Today? Questions and Insights for the Body of Christ to Consider.
Are there prophets today? This was the question that confronted me while viewing an interaction between a well-known pastor and a self-proclaimed prophetess on social media platforms. The interaction was vehement on both sides, with one party utilizing the scriptures to point out perceived errors. In contrast, the other party resorted to verbal attacks not Read more
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5 Habits to Transform Your Apologetics
Christian apologetics is one of my passions. I enjoy engaging with unbelievers; having conversations, offering, and defending the gospel drives me. I’m also passionate about seeing more of the body share in this passion. I remember what feels like a short time ago, stumbling across my first theological debate and being completely blown away by Read more
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Made in His Image—or Making Him in Ours: The God of the Bible vs. The God of Our Imagination
Who is Jesus? What was He like? Are you able to describe Him or articulate what He was passionate about? What about the Father, what is He like? What is He passionate about? We hear people who are passionate about social reform present Christ as the social justice warrior, overturning cultural norms among the socio-political Read more
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Apologetics: A Biblical Mandate for Compassionate Defense
I recently received an invitation to teach a class on apologetics, a subject that ignites my passion. As I concluded the final session, I realized I had never truly articulated what apologetics entails in writing. This post aims to rectify that. At its essence, apologetics can be defined as the act of presenting a defense Read more