Christian Apologetics
This an introductory class to Christian Apologetics.
About this Class
These lectures were given at Reformed Theological Seminary in Orlando, Florida during the fall of 2001.
Lectures
Lecture 2
Apologetics involves finding evidence and presenting arguments to defend the Christian faith.
Lecture 4
The law of non-contradiction states that A cannot be B and non-B at the same time and in the same sense.
Lecture 7
Discussion about how the existence of evil is consistent with God's character.
Lecture 8
Your noetic structure, presuppositions and view of epistemology are important elements in the formation of your worldview.
Lecture 9
Discussion of deductive presuppositionalism vs. inductive presuppositionalism.
Lecture 14
There are valid, sound and cogent arguments for the existence of God, but no coercive proofs.
Lecture 16
One version of the cosmological argument for God's existence emphasizes God as first in time, another emphasizes God as first in importance.
Lecture 17
A possible world is a way the real world could have been. Modal logic, propositions, state of affairs and eternal entities are some of the considerations when discussing a possible world.
Lecture 18
Something is logically possible if its description does not include a logical contradiction. The existence of the laws of knowledge refute the system of naturalism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the programs intended for?
The Foundations program is intended for everyone, regardless of biblical knowledge. The Academy program is intended for those who would like more advanced studies. And the Institute program is intended for those who want to study seminary-level classes.
Do I need to take the classes in a specific order?
In the Foundations and Academy programs, we recommend taking the classes in the order presented, as each subsequent class will build on material from previous classes. In the Institute program, the first 11 classes are foundational. Beginning with Psalms, the classes are on specific books of the Bible or various topics.
Do you offer transfer credit for completing a certificate program?
At this time, we offer certificates only for the classes on the Certificates page. While we do not offer transfer credit for completing a certificate program, you will be better equipped to study the Bible and apply its teachings to your life.
