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CCs Apologetics. Intro and Establishment. Some Brief Definitions . Apologetics is the branch of theology that offers a rational defense for the truthfulness of the divine origin and authority of Christianity The Greek, apologia , means to give a defense or an answer
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CCs Apologetics Intro and Establishment
Some Brief Definitions • Apologetics is the branch of theology that offers a rational defense for the truthfulness of the divine origin and authority of Christianity • The Greek, apologia, means to give a defense or an answer • An “apology” is not the same as “I’m sorry” • 1 Peter 3:15 says, “But, in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.”
Today Two Things: What questions/struggles/skepticisms do you have? Do you consider yourself to be a Christian, and why or why not?
CCs Apologetics Intro and Establishment