It is not uncommon for skeptics to suppose that Christians are irrational for believing in a God they cannot see. In reality, it is irrational for such skeptics to suppose that what cannot be seen does not exist. First, the fact that something cannot be seen does not presuppose that it doesn’t exist. We know [...]

None of the arguments forwarded by philosophical naturalism—(1) the universe is merely an illusion; (2) the universe sprang from nothing; (3) the universe eternally existed—satisfactorily account for the existence of the universe. Logically, we can turn only to the possibility that “God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1). If that’s the case, however, [...]

Philosophical naturalism—the worldview undergirding evolutionism—can provide only three explanations. First, the universe is merely an illusion. This notion carries little weight in an age of scientific enlightenment. Second, the universe sprang from nothing. This proposition flies in the face of both the laws of cause and effect and energy conservation. As has been well said, [...]

Astronaut Guy Gardner, who has seen the earth from the perspective of the moon, points out that “the more we learn and see about the universe the more we come to realize that the most ideally suited place for life within the entire solar system is the planet we call home.” In other words, life [...]

Atheists believe that death is the cessation of being. In their view, humans are merely bodies and brains. Though they reject metaphysical realities such as the soul a priori (prior to examination), there are convincing reasons to believe that humans have an immaterial aspect to their being that transcends the material and thus can continue [...]

To defend the faith we must be equipped to demonstrate that the Bible is divine rather than human in origin. When we can successfully accomplish this, we can answer a host of other objections by appealing to Scripture. To begin with, the Bible has stronger manuscript support than any other work of classical history— including [...]

Thankfully, learning to defend our faith is not nearly as difficult as one might think. In fact, it all boils down to being able to deal with three major apologetic issues. First and foremost is the issue of origins. How people view their origins will determine how they live their lives. If you suppose you [...]

A common mistake Christians make derives from the notion that someone can be talked into the kingdom of God. While the motivation may be sincere, the consequences are often devastating. First, no matter how eloquent you may or may not be, you cannot change anyone else’s heart— only the Holy Spirit can do that. Thus [...]

Too often people suppose the task of apologetics to be the exclusive domain of scholars and theologians. Not so! The defense of the faith is not optional. It is basic training for every Christian. And that means you! First, the Bible informs us that apologetics is not just a nicety; it is a necessity for [...]

As we move into what has been described as post–Christian America, it is increasingly important for Christians to know what they believe as well as why they believe it. The apostle Peter put it this way: “Always be prepared to give an answer [apologia] to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the [...]