This unit provides an introduction and overview to Christian apologetics.
It investigates a variety of issues:
- How does apologetics relate to theology and the study of religion and mission?
- What intellectual attacks has Christianity received and what were the responses?
- What is the nature of truth?
- Are the Christian Scripture reliable?
- What is the historical evidence for Christ, His resurrection, and the rise of the church?
- What about evil and suffering?
Recommended Reading
- Bridge-Building: Effective Christian Apologetics by Alister McGrath
- The Universe Next Door: A Guide to Worldviews by James Choung
Christian Apologetics Course Guide
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Module 1: Introduction to Apologetics
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Module 2: Apologetic High Points and Strategies
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Module 3: Foundations for Apologetics + Fundamentals of Faith
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Module 4: Philosophical Challenges 1
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Module 5: Philosophical Challenges 2
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Module 6: Historical Challenges 1
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Module 7: Historical Challenges 2
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Module 8: Behavioural Challenges 1
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Module 9: Behavioural Challenges 2
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Module 10: Worldviews 1
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Module 11: Worldviews 2
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Module 12: Worldviews 3
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