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What is Apologetics

What is Apologetics

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‎The word “apologetics” comes from the Greek word apologia, meaning “to offer a defense”—and it’s something the Bible says every Christian is supposed to do. Peter says, “but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect” (1 Pet 3:15). The Greek word for “defense” in that verse is apologia, so, in a broad sense, the Bible is saying we’re all called to be apologists.

Jude 3 tells us to “contend for the faith delivered once and for all to the saints,” and 2 Cor 10:5 talks about “… tearing down arguments and all pride that is raised up against the knowledge of God, and taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.”

Barry, John D., Michael S. Heiser, et al. Faithlife Study Bible. Bellingham, WA: Logos Bible Software, 2012. Print.

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