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What Is Apologetics? | Apologetics: Defending Your Hope Within
If someone asked you why you're a Christian, what would you say?
We kick off a new apologetics series: what it is, what it isn't, and why every Christian is called to it. We look at the Greek word apologia ("a defense or reasoned explanation"), how apologetics and evangelism work together, and why arguments can remove obstacles but can't produce saving faith on their own. Then we walk through 1 Peter 3:13–17: honor Christ as Lord, be prepared to give a reason for the hope you have, and do it with gentleness and respect.
Apologetics isn't about winning arguments. It's about knowing the truth…
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