Chesterton the Apologist
When we think of Chesterton today, we think of Father Brown, the quintessential priest-detective. But, like Conan Doyle, who believed his…
Our resources seek to show why Christians believe that Christianity is true and worth believing. The shorthand term for that is 'apologetics'. It's what Simon Peter was writing about when he wrote: "Always be ready to make your defence to anyone who demands from you an account of the hope that is in you" (1 Peter 3:15, NRSV). Defending the truth of Christian beliefs against objections is important, as is the ability to communicate that truth effectively and attractively. Explore what apologetics is, why it is Biblical and how to engage with it effectively.
When we think of Chesterton today, we think of Father Brown, the quintessential priest-detective. But, like Conan Doyle, who believed his…
A look at how the type of language C.S Lewis used made his apologetics so effective.
In this series of two talks, Jerram Barrs considers how we can reach out to those living in a non-Christian culture. © Jerram Barrs
Jerram Barrs considers the place of the mind and the heart in the Christian faith, and argues that Christians have often failed to love God…
A helpful talk exploring practical ways to share Christ in university contexts.
A brief introduction to some of the issues discussed in the Philosophy of Religion and Natural Theology.
Apologetics is the discipline that deals with a rational defence of Christian faith. It comes from the Greek word apologia which means to…
Two talks on the 'Psychological Barriers to Belief' look at basic life patterns and past painful experiences.
Should we endeavour to prove Christian faith? Is it wrong to try to? Should we just simply present the gospel and ask for a response?…