Check out my latest post as a guest over at the Apologetics Guy blog!
The idea that Jesus was a myth whose story was copied from mythological gods is increasing in popularity. This article outlines a method for investigating these claims.
Over the years of speaking at conferences, one request I have heard numerous times is for an accessible study to introduce apologetics to the average lay person. The request is not usually for just a book, but is more specifically for a well-laid out study that can be purchased and readily taught. I have found one. Mikel Del Rosario, The Apologetics Guy, has a great product available from his website that fits this request perfectly: Accessible Apologetics Training. This study is available for purchase and immediate download. It is a visually pleasing and easy-to-follow study guide that includes two timeframe options in each lesson; a 45 to 60 minute version and a 60 to 90 minute version. The study includes five sessions that can be taught straight from the notes or enriched with Mikel’s interactive illustrations. Though the material covers the basics, the students will come away with a good comprehension of each point and an ample start in apologetics. Mikel is a great communicator of even difficult concepts, using humor and light-heartedness to enhance the learning experience. The five lessons that can be broken into five or ten sessions: #1. Introduction to Apologetics
– What is Christian Apologetics?
– Why Defend My Faith? #2. Faith and Reason
– Do Faith and Reason Mix?
– How Do I Know Christianity is True? #3. Evidence for God
– Is God Real?
– Why Does God Allow Evil? #4. Fact or Fiction
– Did God Speak to Us?
– Can I Trust My Bible? #5. Dead or Alive
– Making History?
– Did Jesus Rise from the Dead? Each lesson includes a leader and student file of the notes to be copied and put in a notebook. The study also includes a Power Point for each lesson as well as a Power Point absentee handout in pdf format. What a great idea! Another excellent inclusion is the “before and after ideas” document with well-thought out email and text messages, tweets, and church bulletin announcements. I recommend Accessible Apologetics Training for any group who wants a solid introduction to apologetics for their church. This would also be a great study for a general apologetics introduction in youth or women’s ministries. Thanks, Mikel, for a job well done! MJ
What a great opportunity to share Christ with those we encounter on a daily basis! Each year, Easter brings families and friends together to enjoy each other, buy a new dress or tie, and, of course, eat lots of food! As you sit around talking, would you like to be able to clearly articulate the evidences available for the resurrection?
Fellow apologist, Mikel Del Rosario (Apologetics Guy), has compiled a comprehensive list of media to get you started. You might also enjoy my PowerPoint presentation. Plus, Dr. Michael Licona’s new book, “The Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach,” is a definitive work on the matter.
There is strong evidence for the resurrection. We hear and see this every year during sermons or church musicals, but are we prepared to give a defense when the opportunity presents itself? Spend some time becoming familiar with these arguments and be prepared.
Speaking of church musicals, my husband, who is a Pastor of Worship, recently presented “Bow The Knee” with our home church, Nassau Bay Baptist Church. He took a quick video of the Tomb Scene. @2:00 For The Win!