Introduction to Christian Apologetics
Overview
What is apologetics and why does it matter? Does having evidence for Christianity eliminate the need for faith? How do I respond when someone says that God doesn’t exist? How can I trust that the Bible records true events?
In this course, Dr. J.P. Moreland, Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, will answer those questions and more as he introduces you to the field of Christian apologetics. He will help you understand a rational case for Christian belief and how to answer objections to that case.
The topics covered in this course include:
- Responds questions on God’s existence.
- Introduces you to the field of Christian apologetics.
- Helps you understand a rational case for Christian belief.
- Lesson 1: Nature and Biblical Basis for Apologetics
- Lesson 2: Truth, Knowledge, and Faith
- Lesson 3: The Existence of God
- Lesson 4: The Existence of God (continued)
- Lesson 5: How to Move from God to Christianity
- Lesson 6: Why Believe Christianity?
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