Christian Apologetics: The Foundation Course

Name: Christian Apologetics: The Foundation Course
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This is where you start your journey to defend the Christian faith in an ever changing culture

Created byAshley van der Walt

Last updated 2/2024

English

What you'll learn

A foundational understanding of Christian apologetics
Understanding how to engage in conversations with dedicated tools and strategies in mind
Be equipped with our "ultimate toolkit" for apologists
Explore 1 minute answers with regards to abortion, sexuality, gender, pronouns, evolution, God's existence, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism & Progressive Christianity
Making a case for God's existence
Understanding and critiquing Islam

Course content

7 sections • 58 lectures • 3h 19m total length

Welcome to this course!0:35
Check out the promo video for this course!
Who exactly am I?1:25
Who exactly am I?
In this video, I introduce myself as your course lecturer, and explain my journey into apologetics.
What is apologetics?1:34
In this lecture, we explore what apologetics is, who some of the early apologists were, and the scripture apologetics is rooted in.
Why do we need apologetics?2:51
In this lecture we explore the biblical need for apologetics.
Who is classified as an apologist?1:30
Lets explore when someone can finally call themselves an apologist...

Welcome to Section 20:55
Let's check out what we will be exploring in this new section.
The Socratic Method, Statement Sample's and Responses8:41
In this course, we explore the socratic method, some sample statements, and how to apply the socratic method to those.
When to defend Christianity, and when not to1:52
In this video we explore wether there is a time to defend Christianity, and wether or not there is ever a time to not defend it.
What if I don't know the answer, or can't explain something?1:40
In this section I share a resource with you on what to do when you are not sure what an answer can be.

Welcome to section 30:45
Welcome to section 3.
Apologetics & Abortion0:49
In this video, I share with you my main argument against abortion in less than 1 minute.
Apologetics & Gender0:56
In this video I share my main argument against gender being a social construct in less than 1 minute.
Apologetics & Pronouns0:44
In this video we explore my response to the argument of multiple pronouns.
Apologetics & Evolution1:01
In this video we explore my 1 minute argument against evolution.
Apologetics & Islam1:03
In this video I my 1 minute argument against Islam.
Apologetics & Hinduism1:02
In this video I share my 1 minute argument against Hinduism
Apologetics & Buddhism0:51
In this video I share my 1 minute argument against Buddhism
Apologetics & Progressive Christianity1:03
In this video I share my 1 minute argument against Progressive Christianity
God's existence in 1 minute0:48
In this video I share my 1 minute argument for God's existence.
Intelligent Design in 1 minute0:52
In this lesson I share my 1 minute argument for the theory of intelligent design pointing to a creator.

Building a case for God's Existence19:21
In this section, I approach the topic of the Kalam Cosmological Argument in a narrative storytelling method. Telling stories is an easy way to keep other's attention, and I highly recommend you incorporate this style of element while presenting arguments, if you are doing so in a formal setting or recording. If you choose to simply learn, I hope you have fun while learning this section!
The Kalam Cosmological Argument1:42
Here is the basics of the Kalam Cosmological Argument.
The universe had a beginning. That means it requires a cause.2:23
If the universe has a beginning, does that mean it has a beginner? Explore this topic with us.

10 Views Islamic scholars have on the crucifixion of Jesus22:02
Explore 10 views that exist within the Islamic community about the crucifixion of Jesus.
The crucifixion and the Qur'an4:53
In this lecture, I demonstrate the viewpoint of the crucifixion between Christianity and Islam.
Mohammed, the enabler of rape, murder and deceit4:12
In this academic article, we explore how Mohammed is an enabler of rape, murder and deceit.
The superiority of Yahweh over Allah3:52
In this academic article, I explore how Yahweh is superior to Allah.
Understanding Islamisation3:22
In this academic article, I explain the concept of Islamisation.
Evangelizing to Muslims6:08
In this article, I share an apologetic methodology to evangelize to Muslims.
The Qur'an has been changed more than you know!14:34
Lets explore what the 6 oldest manuscripts say, and look at wether or not the Qur'an has changed or not.

Welcome to this section!0:18
Welcome to section 4.
Responding to "Those Christians"2:54
In this video I demonstrate my response to a common argument made by those who do not understand the context of certain passages.
Is belief in a God logical and reasonable?8:12
In this video I explore if belief in a God is reasonable and logical
Is "Hate the sin, love the sinner" a red flag in our church?7:11
In this video I explore if the saying "hate the sin, love the sinner" is a red flag in the church.
Biblical fact check fallacy response1:48
In this video I explore the biblical fact check fallacy that occurs.
Was the word "Homosexuality" added to the Bible?2:16
Was the word "homosexuality" added to the Bible?
Financial support for starting your online ministry15:20
In this video I explore some ideas to start a passive income stream for your own ministry start-up
Arguments against an atheist8:22
In this video I demonstrate an argument against an atheist.
Proving God's existence3:56
Can we prove God's existence?
Did Jesus mention same sex relations?1:26
In this video I demonstrate wether Jesus mentions same-sex relations.
Response to an argument on abortion1:14
In this video I respond to an argument for abortion.
9x16 Sample response #30:29
Examine a four-year-old's school registration questions about gender identity and pronouns, noting 'identifies as a dragon' and 'preferred pronouns,' and critique subjectivity without objective grounding in truth.
9x16 Sample response #40:21
Explore sex positivity and the lies it brings, distinguish consent from moral claims, and use Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality as a resource for Christian parents.
9x16 Sample response #50:23
Examines claims about gender identity and expression, arguing gender is not on the spectrum while expression may be, and guides Christian parents with the Mama Bear Apologetics Guide to Sexuality.
Response to "Is gender a social construct?"2:24
Is gender a social construct?
9x16 Sample response #70:23
Identify that the universe began with finite spacetime and matter, and that its cause is timeless, spacious and immaterial, reflecting the view that God is timeless, baseless and immaterial.
9x16 Sample response #80:24
Explore the law of causality, showing everything that begins to exist has a cause; the universe’s beginning requires a first unclosed infinite cause Christians call God.
9x16 Sample response #90:28
Form a scientific and philosophical hypothesis about the universe’s characteristics, arguing the Big Bang requires a personal causer beyond space, time, and matter to make things happen.
9x16 Sample response #100:22
Explore how intelligent design argues that complex design in the universe requires an intelligent designer, presenting a personal, closer, stronger argument for Christian apologetics.
9x16 Sample response #110:28
Examine why absolute truth exists and seek to understand it without presuppositions, considering all possibilities and asking why there is something rather than nothing.
9x16 Sample response #120:24
Explore why Christian logic rejects the idea that science alone knows truth. Learn to apply appropriate methods of evidence and proof, noting the scientific method presupposes itself.
9x16 Sample response #130:31
Demonstrate that historians like Tacitus and Josephus document Jesus' existence and his crucifixion under Pontius Pilate.
9x16 Sample response #140:38
Examine why science cannot disprove God, using the car maker analogy to show how empirical science investigates natural events while forensic science reveals a creator.
9x16 Sample response #150:40
Question presuppositions shaping the framework of scientific interpretation. Recognize that old data requires interpretation, and the same evidence is viewed differently as some scientists exclude possibilities before exploring findings.
9x16 Sample response #160:35
Examine Christian apologetics that challenge evolution's ability to explain the universe's origin, life's origin, genetic code, moral order, laws of logic, and physical laws, and distinguish microevolution from macroevolution.
Story inspired posting example1:18
Here I share a type of story post you could make, by me dropping off Tim Barnett's official hat.
Course wrap up1:17
Congratulations on completing this course!

Requirements

No prior experience needed. A Basic understanding of the Bible would be beneficial.

Description

In this course, students will understand the foundational principles of apologetics, the biblical references to it, and start their journey on becoming apologists themselves as they seek to defend the Christian faith. With engaging video lectures, and an abundance of downloadable resources, this is the premium course when it comes to apologetics.

The main sections in this course includes:

Introduction to Christian apologetics
The ultimate toolkit for apologists
Quick responses to objections
Proving God's Existence
Understanding & Critiquing Islam
Apologetic themes and posting styles

Each of these sections include numerous video lectures, and multiple downloadable resources that can be used during the lecture, and after. These resources also equip each student with an understanding of scenario's, posed statements and questions, and answers to the given statements.

Through this course, we provide you with tools, and take you through a "fast-food" understanding of:

Abortion in 1 minute
Sexuality and gender in 1 minute
Pronouns in 1 minute
Evolution in 1 minute
God's existence in 1 minute
Objecting to Islam in 1 minute
Objecting to Hinduism in 1 minute
Objecting to Buddhism in 1 minute
Objecting to Progressive Christianity in 1 minute
Intelligent design in 1 minute

After this course's completion, students will have the foundation of apologetics, and be able to provide objections to the most common arguments Christians face today. This is where it all starts.

Bottom line is this:

Apologetics is rooted in 1 Peter 3:15-16, which states: “but in your hearts regard Christ the Lord as holy, ready at any time to give a defence to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you. 16 Yet do this with gentleness and reverence, keeping a clear conscience, so that when you are accused, those who disparage your good conduct in Christ will be put to shame.” Apologetics is giving a defence for the Christian belief."

Who this course is for:

Any Christian willing to share and defend the Gospel

Christian Apologetics: The Foundation Course

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Course content

Introduction to Christian Apologetics5 lectures • 8min

The "ultimate toolkit" for apologists4 lectures • 13min

Quick responses to objections11 lectures • 10min

Proving God's Existence3 lectures • 23min

Christianity & Islam7 lectures • 59min

Historicity of Jesus Christ1 lecture • 22min

Apologetic lessons & Social Media Posting Examples27 lectures • 1hr 4min

Requirements

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