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What is a simple explanation of apologetics? What is apologetics not?
Austin replied 3 months, 1 week ago 60 Members · 66 Replies
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“So if you want a formal definition, I say that apologetics is the
defense of Christianity as objectively true, compellingly rational,
and pertinent to all of life”.
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Apologetics is the branch of theology or philosophy that aims to provide a rational defense or justification for a particular belief system, typically focusing on religious beliefs. The term “apologetics” is derived from the Greek word “apologia,” which means a defense or a reasoned argument.
In simple terms, apologetics involves presenting reasoned arguments and evidence to support or defend a specific set of beliefs, often in the context of religion. It seeks to address questions, challenges, or criticisms raised by skeptics or those who hold opposing views.
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Apologetics is defending the Christian faith as objectively true. It is for the purpose of bringing unbelievers to belief in Christ. It is not simply an intellectual exercise whose purpose is to take out the mystery of Christianity, but rather to defend and give a case for the cause of Christ.
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It is depending the truth.
it is not about i am sorry to be a christian
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According to our lecture, apologetics is defending “this great message of Christianity, of salvation through God’s grace in Christ.” It is defined as, “defending [what] is true and saying there are good and sufficient reasons to believe that there is a God, that Christ is the what that Bible is God’s Word, God’s true communication with us.” Discussion is based on fact and understanding of collaborative evidences.
It is not argument based on what one thinks or believes as these can change over time or with circumstances, bringing in contradicting applications of those beliefs.