The apologist is most entrusted with apologetics when capable of arguing his opponent's position better than his opponent. — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“If we require some kind of sign, or "proof," for our belief in God, then we believe, or place our tust, not… — Robert L. Short Copy Share Image
“Regardless of how you came to doubt, doubt itself is not the problem, but what can be problematic and even tragic is… — Ben Young Copy Share Image
You're doing it again. Using reason to argue faith. Can't be done. Like playing croquet with a crochet hook. Sounds something like… — Anonymous Copy Share Image
The purpose of apologetics is not just to win an argument or a discussion, but that people with whom we are in… — Francis Schaeffer Copy Share Image
“Most of us know that our heart is our center, not our head. But apologetics gets at the heart through the head.… — Peter J. Kreeft Copy Share Image
“Indeed, a quick glance around this broken world makes it painfully obvious that we don't need more arguments on behalf of God;… — Robin R. Meyers Copy Share Image
“God is not a God of confusion, although at times one's judgment, for a period, may become clouded in the mi(d)st of… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“Mr. Dawkins' assertions are self-refuting- ie. Actual infinity vs. potential infinity easily makes the most reasonable argument for theism and a Deity.… — R. Alan Woods Copy Share Image
“But he couldn’t risk taking the helmet off. It was the only thing saving him from the firing squad. He was no… — T.C. Avey Copy Share Image
“Pastors must practice a two-fold program of cultural engagement: deconstruction and demystification of cultural idols, and reconstruction and re-enchantment of a gospel-shaped… — Timothy Keller Copy Share Image
“Doubting is biblical, historical, and normal for many Christians who are trying to follow God in their lifetimes. It takes courage to… — Ben Young Copy Share Image
“Or, to put it another way, presuppositional apologetics--such as that developed by Francis Schaeffer, but also by Cornelius Van Til and, to… — James K.A. Smith Copy Share Image
“The most fundamental of all questions that can possibly be asked is, 'Does God exist?' That is not to say that it… — Joe Boot Copy Share Image
“The Christian does not avoid sin to achieve salvation, but rather salvation brings him to a desire not to sin. The closer… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“Though his public teaching lasted only three years, it has been scrutinized by scholars in every science—among them theology, philosophy, psychology, and… — Jon Morrison Copy Share Image
“When the Bible offends you, be encouraged that it offends everyone at some point. Consider the responsibility of the Bible. It must… — Jon Morrison Copy Share Image
“The foundation of morality on the human sentiments of what is acceptable behavior versus repulsive behavior has always made morals susceptible to… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“Religious pluralism is a popular belief in Western culture. At first it sounds very inclusive, but it is really just as exclusive… — Jon Morrison Copy Share Image
“Another aspect of theological discussions that played a role in philosophical arguments is apologetics – that is, Muslim disputations with non-Muslims, a… — Dimitri Gutas Copy Share Image
“Realizing the seriously ruthless, venomous habits and agendas of evil always instills a more fierce passion and longing for a closer God.… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“As for the belief that humanity is mostly good, Secular humanism, when in that alignment, always presumes the existence of a higher… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“The crimes of religion pale in comparison to those of secular regimes. This doesn't justify wrongs done in the name of Christianity,… — Scott Klusendorf Copy Share Image
“The church tastes true delight, and the world only samples a counterfeit. Pastors cannot help but pull off the mask of worldly… — Owen Strachan Copy Share Image
“The whole war between the atheist and the theist comes down to this: the atheist believes a 'what' created the universe; the… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“Either God exists or he does not. There is no middle ground. Both cannot be true. No amount of philosophical trickery can… — Joe Boot Copy Share Image
“To be skeptical of the resultant text of the New Testament books is to allow all of classical antiquity to slip into… — John Warwick Montgomery Copy Share Image
“Adam was told to name the animals. Adam studied each kind and gave them a name based on his observations. Every animal… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“classical apologetics operates with a very modern notion of reason; “presuppositional” apologetics, on the other hand, is postmodern (and Augustinian!) insofar as… — James K.A. Smith Copy Share Image
“It helps to not confuse theological philosophers with evangelists. There is a difference but objectively neither better than the other: an evangelist's… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“When making a point, there are 2 types of people who may disagree with you: those who can support their reasons, and… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“Some people's theologies come across as blatantly wrong when weighed against what is revealed in Scripture. However God has mercy on those… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“What seems to be proved may not be embraced; but what no one shows the ability to defend is quickly abandoned. Rational… — Austin Farrer Copy Share Image
“I think we should stop treating ["God works in mysterious ways"] as any kind of wisdom and recognize it as the transparently… — Daniel C. Dennett Copy Share Image
The difference between apologetics and evangelism is that in apologetics, you are answering objections that the world raises, whereas in evangelism, you… — Mark Dever Copy Share Image
“If I were to believe in God enough to call him a murderer, then I might also believe enough that he, as… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
I'm noticing an exciting trend around the country: a resurgence of interest in Christian apologetics (the defense of the faith). This is… — Lee Strobel Copy Share Image
I wonder how appropriate it is to try to 'argue someone into the kingdom.' Many apologists hotly deny any such charge, but… — Robert M. Price Copy Share Image
“The wrong approaches to faith and to skepticism are equally detrimental to the path. For the former declares its answers too soon… — Criss Jami Copy Share Image
“Christian apologetics is a defense of religious faith, thus pertaining to the question of one's ultimate commitment in life. Apologetics entails intellectual… — Greg L. Bahnsen Copy Share Image
![“Mr. Dawkins' assertions are self-refuting- ie. Actual infinity vs. potential infinity easily makes the most reasonable argument for theism and a Deity. Now, the argument for the Creator God of Christianity requires much more time, energy, and logical effort." ~R. Alan Woods [2007]” quote by R. Alan Woods](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/215/r-alan-woods-1455_apologetics_mr-dawkins-assertions-are-self-refuting_801373.jpg)
![“I think we should stop treating ["God works in mysterious ways"] as any kind of wisdom and recognize it as the transparently defensive propaganda that it is. A positive response might be, "Oh good! I love a mystery. Let's see if we can solve this one, too. Do you have any ideas?” quote by Daniel C. Dennett](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/33a/daniel-c-dennett-17655_apologetics_i-think-we-should-stop-treating-god-work_310612.jpg)
