In this case, craig bloomberg has documented 59 archaeological, historic and contextual evidences that validate the gospel of john. Good christian apologetics books 60 books goodreads. The term is derived from the latin adjective, apologeticus, which, in turn has its origin in the greek adjective, apologetikos, the substantive being apologia, apology. An atheist, he spoke of jesus in his book, outline of history b.
Handbook of catholic apologetics is the only book that categorizes and summarizes all the major arguments in support of the main christian beliefs, including key distinctively catholic doctrines. This bibliography is structured according to the main subdivisions of the field of christian. Lewis, alvin plantinga, william lane craig, richard swinburne, and pope benedict xvi. This list is an attempt to provide a quick and helpful reference for apologetics reading. Apologetics for the bible can i trust the bible part 1 can i trust the bible part 2. Lewis conversion to christianity appears to have been more emotional than logical, despite some of his later protestations, and the importance of ones inner state is discussed by him as early as the pilgrims regress 1933 and as late as. He is the author of accessible apologetics and has published over 20 journal articles on apologetics and cultural engagement with his mentor, dr. Great books for teens and parents from bethany house. Tim keller is one of the most brilliant christian thinkers. The book entitled christian handbook of reason and insight for scientists and technologists, available free from this website, places existing information in a framework of sound science, solid logic and absolute truth. New testament evangelism is foundational to christian apologetics. The top 3 apologetics books christian philosophers say you should read ben arbour. Prime members enjoy free delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, tv shows, original audio series, and kindle books.
Christian worldview and christian apologetics for your. Christian apologetics christian classics ethereal library. Bart ehrman is an ex christian new testament scholar who has written several bestselling books challenging the reliability of the bible. Recommended apologetics books for kids natasha crain. Christian apologetics books new releases christian women. Apologetics means, broadly speaking, a form of apology. Geislers systematic approach presents both methods and reasons for defending. Apologetics seeks to give credible reasons for the validity of the christian faith using evidence. A model for christian apologetics developing an apologetic that works evangelistic apologetics the church under attack 1. Publishers and authors discuss new trends and age old questions within books on apologetics, as well as the importance of the genrewhich. Frank turek with the worlds most credentialed and likable apologist, dr. Recommended apologetics book directory apologetics315. The anthology of christian apologetics seeks to represent a broad christian spectrum, ranging from those as early as saint paul and saint augustine, saint teresa of avila and blaise pascal, to more recent and present day apologists such as c. New dictionary of christian apologetics evans, campbelljack, mcgrath evidence that demands a verdict josh mcdowell encyclopedia of bible.
The top 3 apologetics books christian philosophers say you. These books are helpful to both believers and nonbelievers alike, and each party can benefit greatly from the same words. Online shopping for christian apologetic books in the books store. New testament introduction by donald guthrie more advanced but worth it. Lewis, the case for christ by lee strobel, the reason for god. Most of the references are 4 5 decades old suggesting the presentation may be new but the information is not. Presentation pagebook introductionsstudy notesapologetics articles from leading. Some of them teach the basics of academic arguments.
Over 25 questions on creationevolution and the bible by. If youre looking for a book that will help you with the hows of defending christianity, this is definitely a good one to read. What will change, what wont, and why it matters sex matters how to enjoy reading your bible images of joy. Pdf books in addition to our two popular monthly journals, apologetics press also publishes numerous books, tracts, research articles, article reprints, video tapes, audio tapes, and other items. Your christian convictions, 10th anniversary edition. Christian apologetics christian research institute. Many have asked for a list of recommended apologetics books. In the previous lesson, we laid the foundation for a study in christian apologetics.
From the greek apologia, a legal term meaning defense is the branch of christian theology concerned with the intelligent presentation and defense of the historical christian. What our world would be like without christianity the new believers guide to the christian life. Christian apologetics addresses issues such as deism, theism, christs authority, and inspiration of the bible. Mikel teaches christian apologetics and world religion at william jessup university. I get this question from time to time, stephen, so i put together a short list of helpful christian apologetics books. This revised and updated edition includes new articles and extensive apologetics study material from todays leading apologists. In this systematic text, douglas groothuis makes a comprehensive apologetic case for christian theismproceeding from a defense of objective truth to a presentation of the key arguments for god from natural theology to a case for the credibility of jesus, the incarnation and the. There are very few apologetics books written for kids ages 12 and under. A rational defense of the christian faith and a critique of presuppositional apologetics. Others outline the history and the evidence for the christian faith and addresses counterclaims. Coldcase christianity for kids is written for 8 to 12yearolds and corresponds to the chapter sequence of the adult version of the book, so parents and kids can study. These are the top 20 christian apologists from whom ive learned much. Norman geisler being in the top spot since i studied under him for several years, the rest are not necessarily in order. What are the most comprehensive, informative, and useful books that.
The term apologetics derives from the greek word apologia. There are many books, resources, and even whole sunday school curriculum that outline the basics of apologetics in different fields. The christian worldview proposes answers to the most enduring human questions. Every two years we produce a new catalog in both print and electronic editions.
In how jesus became god, he attempts to make a case that neither the disciples nor jesus himself claimed that jesus was god. However, the ones that are available are quite good. Although it is derived from the same word as the english noun apology and adjective apologetic the meaning is quite significantly different. The top 10 best apologetics books gospel relevance. Unbelievers, doubters and skeptics continue to attack the truths of christianity. When learning about apologetics, what are the best books to start with.
How to help seekers and tactics, 10th anniversary edition. Free ebooks, apologetics christian, theology, christian. He is a doctoral student in the new testament department at dallas theological seminary. It focuses on the christian community in the eastern mediterranean which eventually became known as the byzantine empire.
To summarize, cultural apologetics is defined as the work of establishing the christian voice, conscience, and imagination within a culture so that. Groothuis has the rare ability to write in a way that is understandable to the nonspecialist and yet rigorous enough to challenge the apologetic connoisseur. This book tells the story of these struggles from the days of the new testament to the fall of the city of constantinople in ad 1453. Christian apologetics available online at cum books. More extensive bibliographies are to be found in reasonable faith, after each respective chapter. A game plan for discussing your christian convictions. Apologetics, a theological science which has for its purpose the explanation and defense of the christian religion. Here are 10 of some of the best christian apologetics books for you to. Lewis with which most people are familiar, but there is also another c. At a time when the christian church faces an everincreasing challenge from a secular and pluralistic culture, leading apologist norman geisler provides a substantive resource for answering the challenge. Christian apologetics is an outstanding book that i wholeheartedly endorse. This book provides a clear and powerful response to the new atheists whose attacks on christianity, scripture, and the historicity of jesus have become. The csb apologetics study bible helps todays christians better understand, defend, and proclaim their beliefs in an age of increasing moral and spiritual relativism. Good christian apologetics books books that attempt to answer common objections against christianity.