Track: Apologetics

Armed with answers: a short guide to help young Christians defend their faith.



The only option is not to hope the ground will open and swallow us up… Confident that our faith can stand up to scrutiny, Stephen Nichols has written this short book to help you defend what you believe.  

 

The Bible says we should be prepared to give an account of our faith. It’s good to be prepared for hard questions. And, if you’re a Christian, hard questions are going to come.

 

This compact yet comprehensive guide covers essential topics such as the nature of truth, the existence of God, the problem of evil, and the historical reliability of the New Testament. With academic rigor packaged in accessible language, complex ideas are made understandable and relatable for everyday conversations.Cultivating effective ambassadors for the faith, this book will equip readers to confidently engage with doubters and share the reasons for their hope with clarity and conviction.

 

Contents:

Peter, Paul, and Mary: Biblical Foundations for ApologeticsGrilled Hot Dogs Need a Hot Dog Griller: Belief in God Makes SenseOld Rocks, Ancient Scrolls, and John Ran on Ahead:You Can Trust the BibleThe Way, the Truth, and the Life: Jesus and His Compelling Message Put it all Together: The GospelThe Apologist and the Work of GodAppendix A: What Now?Appendix B: Other Books on This TopicAppendix C: Key Biblical Passages for ApologeticsTrack is a series of books designed to disciple the next generation in the areas of culture, doctrine, and the Christian life. While the topics addressed aren’t always simple, they are communicated in a manner that is.

With the intention of the content being absorbed, examined and applied, each chapter includes a summary of the main point, and reflection questions that can be used individually, in 1–2–1 mentoring or in a group setting.