Apologetics and the Latin American Church (3/3): Focused on the Gospel
Apologetics is very useful, however, there exists the temptation to elevate our flesh and present ourselves as the wise sages of our age. Such pride blinds us to biblical truths.
Apologetics is very useful, however, there exists the temptation to elevate our flesh and present ourselves as the wise sages of our age. Such pride blinds us to biblical truths.
It is only by adopting the same presuppositions of Scripture that we can make sense of what we see in the world, and that means, also, affirming that what we expect to see in terms of a young earth.
As we reflect on Floyd’s death and the cultural response that it has provoked, as Christians we need to be mindful as to how we respond as God’s salt and light of the world (Matt. 5:13-16).
Could the cover images of the Biblia del Oso and del Cántaro contain any theological symbolism or back story?
Historically, much has been written about apologetics, and on several occasions, advocates of the faith have relied on philosophical arguments rooted in pagan thought.
The church must pray for the healing and comfort of those afflicted, and for the protection of those not yet touched by the epidemic, as well as demonstrating sympathy with actions of charity and compassion as an important Christian virtue.
There is no conflict between science and the Bible. The idea of faith conflicting with science is a myth, an invention meant to polarize Christians from the unbelieving community.
Since the beginning of church history, Christians were called to give an apologia to anyone who might ask us why we believe what we believe. This biblical mandate is found in 1 Peter 3:15.
There are two fundamental elements in superhero comic book narratives that remain relevant in any age: the depravity of mankind, and the need for a saviour.