Cross and Concord Apologetics Part 1: What does the Bible say about apologetics?
Apr 2, 2025
The hosts dive into biblical apologetics, exploring its significance in the Lutheran tradition amidst modern challenges. They discuss human resistance to divine truth, using the plagues of Exodus as a backdrop. The dynamic confrontation between Elijah and Baal highlights the power of God over false idols. Additionally, the role of apologetics in strengthening faith and facilitating evangelism is examined. The importance of planting seeds of thought in Christian dialogue is emphasized, along with effective methods of engaging skeptics.
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Broadening Apologetics Definition
- Apologetics today must include responding to irrational attacks beyond just rational arguments.
- It involves defending Christian claims using various methods including moral authority and mercy.
Adam's Apologetic Failure
- Adam failed at his apologetic role by not defending God's word against Satan's lies in the Garden.
- This failure broke communion with God and opened the way for Satan's deceit to prevail.
Exodus as Divine Power Apologetics
- Exodus 7 shows apologetics as God's power contest against Pharaoh's supposed divine authority.
- God's demonstrations prove He is the one true God, superior to Egyptian false gods.
