Jay'sAnalysis Jay Dyer and Bob discuss Christianity, Apologetics and Islam
Jan 6, 2026
Bob the Builder, an evangelical apologist and public evangelist from Speaker's Corner, shares his transformative journey to Christianity sparked by a Muslim friend. He dives into the nuances of apologetics, emphasizing practical debate experience while tackling controversial topics like the nature of Christ and Islamic theological inconsistencies. Bob also explores the intersection of faith and politics, discussing the historical role of Christian leaders and the pressing need for courage amidst rising secular pressures. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation!
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Conversion Sparked By A School Debate
- Bob became a Christian after a Muslim schoolmate challenged his shallow, cultural Christianity and exposed gaps in his knowledge.
- That encounter led him to study apologetics and eventually evangelize at Speaker's Corner.
Learning Apologetics By Doing
- Bob trained in apologetics informally by attending Speaker's Corner and learning from Jay Smith.
- He emphasizes practice, listening, and refining responses to recurring arguments.
Speaker's Corner's Strategic Reach
- Speaker's Corner reaches huge online audiences, making it strategically important for evangelism.
- It tends to attract argument-focused listeners who weigh truth by debate performance.
