The Everyday Pastor BONUS: Advice for Apologetics (with Wes Huff)
Jul 14, 2025
Wes Huff, Central Canada Director for Apologetics Canada and Ph.D. candidate in New Testament, teams up with Collin Hansen, host of Gospel Bound. They delve into the vital role of apologetics in pastoral ministry, sharing strategies for pastors to communicate faith effectively. Huff highlights the need for understanding the cultural context behind faith inquiries and addresses the connection between mercy and truth in sharing the gospel. They also tackle classic objections to Christianity, emphasizing the importance of being well-prepared to engage with seekers.
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Wes Huff's Healing Story
- Wes Huff experienced a rare neurological condition that left him paralyzed but was supernaturally healed.
- This event deepened his faith and sparked his interest in apologetics through personal struggle and intellectual questions.
Preach Apologetics with Bold Grace
- Preach apologetics with motivation rooted in gospel clarity, not cultural correctness or watering down biblical truths.
- Be gracious yet bold; apologetics should lay groundwork for evangelism, not confuse or dilute the gospel.
Answer With Care and Accuracy
- Address questions genuinely by understanding the questioner's background and motivation.
- Avoid exaggerating claims, especially in manuscript evidence comparisons, to maintain credibility and accuracy.
