Apologetics at the Cross: An Introduction for Christian Witness

Chatraw, Joshua D.; Allen, Mark D.

ISBN 10: 0310524687 / ISBN 13: 9780310524687

Published by Zondervan Academic, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Apologetics at the Cross: An Introduction for Christian Witness
• Publisher: Zondervan Academic
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0310524687
• ISBN 13: 9780310524687
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: acceptable

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Synopsis

2019 Outreach Magazine Resource of the Year: Apologetics • 2018 The Gospel Coalition Book Award: Evangelism & Apologetics

Apologetics at the Cross describes a much-needed approach to defending Christianity that uses Jesus as a model and the letter of 1 Peter as a guiding text.

This is a guidebook for how to defend Christianity with Christ-like gentleness and respect toward those who persecute the faith, making you a stronger witness to the good news of the gospel than many other apologetics books that focus on crafting unbreachable arguments.

Joshua D. Chatraw and Mark D. Allen first provide an introduction to the rich field of apologetics and Christian witness, acquainting students and lay learners with the rich history, biblical foundation, and ongoing relevance of apologetics. Unique in its approach, Apologetics at the Cross: 

• Presents the biblical and historical foundations for apologetics.
• Explores various contemporary methods for approaching apologetics.
• Gives practical guidance in "how to" chapters that feature many real-life illustrations.

But their approach pays special attention to the attitude and posture of the apologist, outlining instructions for the Christian community centered on reasoned answers, a humble spirit, and joy; rather than anger, arrogance, and aggression. Chatraw and Allen equip Christians to engage skeptics with the heart as well as the mind.

Conversational in tone and balanced in approach, Apologetics at the Cross provides a readable introduction to the field of apologetics. You'll be informed and equipped for engaging a wide range of contemporary challenges with the best in Christian thought.

About the Authors

Joshua D. Chatraw (PhD, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Billy Graham Chair of Evangelism and Cultural Engagement at Beeson Divinity School, Samford University. He is the author of Telling a Better Story and co-author of Cultural Engagement, The Augustine Way, A History of Apologetics, and The Gospel After Christendom.

Mark D. Allen (Ph.D., University of Notre Dame, D.Min. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary) is Professor of Biblical & Theological Studies and Executive Director of the Center for Apologetics and Cultural Engagement in the Rawlings School of Divinity, Liberty University. He is the co-author of The Augustine Way: Retrieving a Vision for the Church’s Apologetic Witness.