Welcome to our new class: A Case for the Bible, The Bible Fast Forward. In this presentation we will look at our ministry statement, recommended things you will need for this class and an overview of Bible types and versions with some recommendations for study Bibles. We will also preview the format for our “Survey… Continue Reading
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Christian Apologetics: Stories that matter – Greg Koukl, The Bible Fast Forward and the Story of Reality!
Over the past few weeks I have been hi-lighting some of the experts in the field of Christian Apologetics and I know that I can not possibly cover all of the people doing this kind of needed work for the LORD. However, I want to make sure that I include the ones that have greatly… Continue Reading
Christian Apologetics: Stories that matter – Lee Strobel, Making a Case for Heaven and More!
This week I’d like to highlight Christian Apologist, Speaker and Author, Lee Strobel who has by far had the most profound and lasting influence on my studies in Christian Apologetics. His journey from atheism to Christianity is amazing, and the subsequent series of “Case for” books can impact anyone from the most ardent skeptic to the mature Christian. Atheist-turned-Christian… Continue Reading
Christian Apologetics: Stories that matter – Josh and Sean McDowell, giving evidence that demands a verdict!
Josh McDowell Before starting our new class later this month, I want to continue highlighting a few Christian Apologists and the impact their lives have had on others. This week I am re-posting two stories that matter: Josh McDowell and his son Sean McDowell. Josh McDowell’s small but powerful book, “More Than A Carpenter” was… Continue Reading
Christian Apologetics: Stories that matter – Nabeel Qureshi, “Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus”
Last week we concluded our “Case for the Gospels” study, and before we start our next class later this month, I want to highlight a few Christian Apologists and the impact their lives have had on others. This week I am re-posting a presentation on, and from, Nabeel Qureshi. His story is incredible and I… Continue Reading
A Case for the Gospels: Session Ten, Conclusion
This week is our last class session in our “Case for Gospels” as we wind down the year 2023! Over the past nine sessions we have been looking at the massive amounts of evidence available, both inside and outside of the Bible, for the truths of the Gospel. Below is an overview of the categories… Continue Reading
Answers for a study in the Gospel of Matthew: Chapters 25-28, Jesus’ Crucifixion and Resurrection
“Answers for a study in the Gospel of Matthew” is a weekly post in addition to the regular “apologetics” posts on the weekend where the original questions can be found at the bottom of the study, and then answers appear here mid-week. This gives you time to do your own research, and then check your… Continue Reading
A Case for the Gospels: Session Nine – The Reliability of the Gospels – The Star of Bethlehem
For this week’s class we are looking at the question: What was the Star of Bethlehem that the Bible says appeared over the Christ Child’s birthplace? According to Matthew chapter two we learn: “Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, magi from the east arrived in… Continue Reading
Answers for a study in the Gospel of Matthew: Chapters 21-24, Jesus’ Passion Week and Triumphal Entry
“Answers for a study in the Gospel of Matthew” is a weekly post in addition to the regular “apologetics” posts on the weekend where the original questions can be found at the bottom of the study, and then answers appear here mid-week. This gives you time to do your own research, and then check your… Continue Reading
A Case for the Gospels: Session Eight – The Reliability of the Gospels – Textual Criticism
This week’s class focuses on the topic of “Textual Criticism” which is an academic field of study and method used by scholars to decipher the meaning of the original texts, or “autographs,” from ancient manuscripts. With a multitude of ancient manuscripts of the Bible, scholars have found many minor and a few somewhat major differences… Continue Reading