Study Guide
Why Apologetics? (Jude 22–23) – We are called to show mercy to those who doubt, offering answers that bring hope and truth.
Something to think about: How do you respond when someone close to you struggles with doubt?
Doctrinal Obedience (1 Peter 3:15) – The Bible commands us to be ready with a reasoned defense for our faith, done with gentleness and respect.
Something to think about: What practical steps can you take to prepare yourself to answer questions about your faith?
Positive & Negative Apologetics (2 Corinthians 10:3–5) – We both present evidence for Christ and dismantle arguments against Him.
Something to think about: Which approach feels more natural for you—presenting evidence or answering objections? Why?
Jesus Practiced Apologetics (Matthew 11:2–5; John 10:37–38) – Jesus pointed to His works as evidence of His identity.
Something to think about: How can we follow Jesus’ example by pointing to evidence of God’s work in our lives?
Cultural Challenge (Acts 17:22–23) – Paul reasoned with culture by finding common ground and pointing to Christ as the ultimate truth.
Something to think about: What cultural “altars to the unknown god” do you see today where you could begin a gospel conversation?
Personal Assurance (Colossians 2:8) – Apologetics not only helps others but strengthens our own foundation against deception.
Something to think about: How has studying reasons for faith strengthened your personal walk with Christ?
Something to think about: How do you respond when someone close to you struggles with doubt?
Doctrinal Obedience (1 Peter 3:15) – The Bible commands us to be ready with a reasoned defense for our faith, done with gentleness and respect.
Something to think about: What practical steps can you take to prepare yourself to answer questions about your faith?
Positive & Negative Apologetics (2 Corinthians 10:3–5) – We both present evidence for Christ and dismantle arguments against Him.
Something to think about: Which approach feels more natural for you—presenting evidence or answering objections? Why?
Jesus Practiced Apologetics (Matthew 11:2–5; John 10:37–38) – Jesus pointed to His works as evidence of His identity.
Something to think about: How can we follow Jesus’ example by pointing to evidence of God’s work in our lives?
Cultural Challenge (Acts 17:22–23) – Paul reasoned with culture by finding common ground and pointing to Christ as the ultimate truth.
Something to think about: What cultural “altars to the unknown god” do you see today where you could begin a gospel conversation?
Personal Assurance (Colossians 2:8) – Apologetics not only helps others but strengthens our own foundation against deception.
Something to think about: How has studying reasons for faith strengthened your personal walk with Christ?
Prayer Points
Build Compassion for the Lost – Ask God to stir your heart with compassion for those who are doubting or wandering without truth.
Be a Prepared Defender – Pray for diligence in studying Scripture and apologetics so you can confidently share your faith.
Tear Down Strongholds – Ask God for wisdom to dismantle false beliefs and cultural lies with gentleness and respect.
Strengthen Personal Faith – Pray that your own doubts would be met with God’s truth, leading to a deeper and unshakable faith.
Equip the Next Generation – Ask God to use you in training your children, youth, and others to boldly defend and share the gospel.
Be a Prepared Defender – Pray for diligence in studying Scripture and apologetics so you can confidently share your faith.
Tear Down Strongholds – Ask God for wisdom to dismantle false beliefs and cultural lies with gentleness and respect.
Strengthen Personal Faith – Pray that your own doubts would be met with God’s truth, leading to a deeper and unshakable faith.
Equip the Next Generation – Ask God to use you in training your children, youth, and others to boldly defend and share the gospel.