Apologetics
Apologetics is the study and practice of giving answers for the reasonableness and truth of the Christian faith. The word comes from the Greek apologia and means “to give a defense.” In 1 Peter 3:15, Christians are commanded to give an apologia to anyone who asks the reason for our hope.
Defending the Christian World View
In a culture where God’s Word is constantly under attack from those both inside and outside of the church, we must always be ready to give a defense for the hope that is in us. Christianity is rooted in history—real people and events of the past.
More than Winning an Argument
We can shoot down arguments and offer reasons for our beliefs, but if we don’t lead people to the soul-saving gospel of Jesus Christ, we have not successfully defended the faith.
We Should Start with the Bible!
The Bible not only claims to be a revelation from the infinite Creator, but it gives a very detailed history concerning origins to enable us to come to right conclusions. No other book does this. We have a revelation from an omnipotent God, who gives us the history we need to know so we can interpret the evidence of the present correctly.
Apologetics Topics
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Apologetics Web Series
In a culture where God’s Word is constantly under attack from those both inside and outside of the church, we must always be ready to give a defense for the hope that is in us. This web series on Apologetics is designed to give you the tools required to defend the faith.
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Critical Thinking
Learning to think critically when faced with an argument is an essential skill that can work as an insulator against cultural brainwashing.
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Logic
In logic and reasoning eventually you have to appeal to an absolute authority. Which is your authority: the Bible or man’s word?
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Presuppositions
Presuppositions are simply beliefs that everyone has that affect how we think, view the world, interpret evidence, and read the Bible.
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Responding to Compromised Curriculum
Because theistic evolution and the Bible are mutually exclusive, both cannot be right. And since foundational doctrines that affect the gospel are at stake, we cannot withhold criticism.
Articles About Apologetics
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March 8, 2023 from Ken Ham Blog
Apologetics is used to help people see that Christianity is not a blind faith but a faith that makes sense of what we see.
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Oct. 3, 2021 from Answers Magazine
We don’t need to abandon our defense of the Scripture to emphasize the resurrection.
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March 13, 2021 from Answers Magazine
Biblical critical thinking skills provide a practical toolset for combatting the culture’s lies.
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March 1, 2020 from Answers Magazine
The universe was created not by just a god but by the triune God of Scripture.
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Nov. 20, 2018 from Refuting Common Evolutionist Claims
News stories thrive on conflict and intrigue, and one theme presents science and religion as opposing forces—reason struggling to overcome divine revelation.
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Sept. 8, 2018 from Answers Magazine
What do young people believe are the best evidences of evolution? A behavioral scientist sought the answer so we could target our training.
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Nov. 24, 2017 from Letter from Ken
The Word of God is clear and needs to be proclaimed to all. It’s for all people for all time, regardless of their level of education!
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July 20, 2017 from Answers in Depth
When we consider the immediate and wider context of 1 Peter 3:15, there is a lot more to it than we may have seen at first.
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April 10, 2017 from Answers Update
As you know, Answers in Genesis specializes in teaching God’s Word and presenting the gospel by using apologetics.
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Sept. 12, 2016 from How Do We Know the Bible Is True? Volume 2
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Book ChapterThe Ready DefenseOct. 17, 2015 from Already Gone
Her spiritual life is hanging in the balance and no one even knows that’s the case.
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Magazine Department ArticleDo We Have an Answer to Every Question?Oct. 1, 2015 from Answers Magazine
God’s Word never promises to answer every human question.
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Oct. 1, 2015 from Answers Magazine
When people ask why we believe what we do, many are hesitant to quote the Bible. After all, few people believe the Bible, and many parts are hard to explain.
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Magazine ArticleThe Right Tool for the JobJan. 11, 2015 from Answers Magazine
Trying to convince someone about the Creator but unsure which resource is most effective?
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Jan. 1, 2015 from Answers Magazine
Scripture alone is a sufficient source of knowledge about God; nature is not.
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Magazine Department ArticleAvoid Raising Little LegalistsJan. 1, 2015 from Answers Magazine
Our fallen nature often leads us astray from true obedience into the ditch of rule-keeping.
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Magazine Department ArticleIs Your Message Up to Date?Oct. 1, 2014 from Answers Magazine
Outdated apologetics can ruin more than your first impression.
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Magazine Department ArticleFinding Our WayJuly 1, 2014 from Answers Magazine
Tough times often force us to go back to the Bible and rethink our assumptions.
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PageThe 15 Questions of LifeMay 15, 2014
Can your child, your student, or your church family answer the following questions?
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Magazine Department ArticleAnswers & OrphansApril 1, 2014 from Answers Magazine
At fifteen, Andrew Harris decided to do something he’d always wanted: support an orphan in a poor country.
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Reaching Bolivia and Latin America with Creation ApologeticsNov. 20, 2013
Last week in Bolivia, AiG held some very full days of presenting creation apologetics talks in the city of Santa Cruz.
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Evolution vs. GodNov. 1, 2013
Today the battle being fought is one of authority. Will we look to God’s Word, or to man and his changing, fallible opinions as our highest authority?
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Where to Find AnswersSept. 23, 2013 from Letter from Ken
Ken shares how he initially learned scientific and biblical answers to the origins issue, and how you can, too.
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Magazine Department ArticleThink BiggerSept. 11, 2013 from Answers Magazine
As God’s enemies become bolder in their reproaches, how will God’s people respond?
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A Spiritual War Is RagingAug. 26, 2013 from Letter from Ken
Ken challenges the church to recognize and get equipped for the raging spiritual war.
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Magazine Department ArticleAre You Teaching Discernment?Aug. 11, 2013 from Answers Magazine
It’s not enough to teach students facts or good argumentation techniques.
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July 1, 2013 from Answers Magazine
Even when Jeff Durham isn’t teaching his apologetics class, he’s teaching apologetics.
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May 19, 2013 from Answers Magazine
Some Christians have the idea that faith and reason are in conflict, divided by some unbridgeable chasm.
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Magazine Department ArticleThe Heart of ApologeticsJan. 1, 2013 from Answers Magazine
Several years ago, while I was pastoring a church and teaching apologetics at a Christian high school in Wisconsin, I learned an invaluable lesson.
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Magazine ArticleNot Ashamed of a Biblical Starting PointDec. 2, 2012 from Answers Magazine
Observational science confirms that the Bible really is the right starting point and reveals the inconsistency of starting with secular ideas.
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Oct. 14, 2012 from Answers Magazine
The creation message has matured over the past three decades, as the discernment and understanding of creationist leaders has matured.
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Magazine Department ArticleSpeaking to a Hostile AudienceOct. 1, 2012 from Answers Magazine
We all have areas of special interest, whether animals, astronomy, or airplanes, that God can use as a springboard for evangelism.
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Magazine Department ArticleThinking About ForeverOct. 1, 2012 from Answers Magazine
Sharing scientific evidences isn’t enough to convince people about the age of the earth. Something more is needed.
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July 29, 2012 from Answers Magazine
Christians should keep several things in mind when participating in online forums and discussion groups.
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Magazine ArticleQuestions from the RoadJuly 1, 2012 from Answers Magazine
If you were to get out on the road and ask people what their biggest questions about the Bible are, what would they say?
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Semi-Technical Magazine Department ArticleLoose HingesJan. 4, 2012 from Answers Magazine
If a door is not securely fastened, it doesn’t take long before the hinges will come loose. The same is true of faith.
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July 31, 2011 from Answers Magazine
The Apostle Peter was emphatic that every Christian needs to be ready to defend the faith.
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