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Apologetics Basics: Answers for Skeptics – Episode 512

Apologetics Basics: Answers for Skeptics - Episode 512
In this episode, I’m diving into apologetics—how to defend your faith. We’re living in a post-Christian society, and there’s so much misinformation out there, especially online. If you’ve ever been caught off guard by questions about your faith or struggled to answer skeptics, this episode is for you. I’ll share some key resources, break down the "minimum facts" case for the resurrection, and give you practical ways to start engaging in these conversations confidently. Let’s build a solid foundation together!
In this episode, I’m diving into apologetics—how to defend your faith. We’re living in a post-Christian society, and there’s so much misinformation out there, especially online. If you’ve ever been caught off guard by questions about your faith or struggled to answer skeptics, this episode is for you. I’ll share some key resources, break down the "minimum facts" case for the resurrection, and give you practical ways to start engaging in these conversations confidently. Let’s build a solid foundation together!

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What You Need to Know About Apologetics

This episode dives into:

Why Study Apologetics?
  • All Christians are called to defend their faith, as stated in 1 Peter 3:15:
    “Always be ready to give a logical defense to anyone who asks you to account for the hope that is in you, but do it courteously and respectfully.”

The Reality of a Post-Christian Society
  • Society is moving further from Christ, with increasing attacks on Christianity.
  • Misinformation online, like claims about “lost gospels,” Bible translation issues, or “copies of copies,” needs to be countered with truth.

Top Resources for Learning Apologetics
  • Books:
    • ✦ The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel (also a movie).
    • ✦ I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist by Norman Geisler and Frank Turek.
    • ✦ Evidence That Demands a Verdict by Sean and Josh McDowell.
    • ✦ Apologetics Study Bible—includes helpful commentary and resources.
    • ✦ Thinking About Christian Apologetics by James K. Beilby.

  • Speakers and Teachers:
    • ✦ J. Warner Wallace, Frank Turek, Dr. Gary Habermas, Sean McDowell, Abdu Murray, Wesley Hough, and Inspiring Philosophy.
    • ✦ Check out Wesley Hough’s website for beginner-friendly infographics and tips.

Understanding Belief and Unbelief
  • Belief in Christianity is about more than knowledge—it’s transformation into the image of Christ.

  • Unbelief can stem from intellectual objections (problem of evil, reliability of Scripture) or personal experiences (wounding within the Church).

The “Minimum Facts” Case for the Resurrection
  • Dr. Gary Habermas identifies six key facts:
    • ✦ Jesus died by crucifixion.
    • ✦ Disciples believed they saw the risen Jesus.
    • ✦ The disciples were willing to die for their belief.
    • ✦ Resurrection preaching dates back to the cross.
    • ✦ James and Paul converted after encounters with the risen Jesus.
    • ✦ Evidence includes historical records and eyewitness reports, including nine ancient sources inside and outside the Bible.

Rebuttals to Common Objections
  • Mass Hallucination: Impossible for 500 people to share the same hallucination (Dr. Roberta Waters).

  • Swoon Theory: Jesus didn’t survive the crucifixion; medical evidence proves His death (Dr. Alexander Metherell).

  • Criterion of Embarrassment: Women discovered the empty tomb—a culturally “embarrassing” fact that proves the Gospels were committed to truth over persuasion.

Practical Takeaways

  1. Start with accessible books like The Case for Christ.

  2. Follow credible apologists like J. Warner Wallace and Sean McDowell.

  3. Understand the “minimum facts” argument to confidently defend the resurrection.

  4. Use clarifying questions in discussions to better understand others’ perspectives.

  5. Remember: Apologetics is about answering the person, not just their questions.

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