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Weekly Roundup: Christian Apologetics Posts You Don’t Want to Miss

November 30, 2024December 18, 2024 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Weekly Roundup: Christian Apologetics Posts You Don’t Want to Miss

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This week has been packed with insightful articles, podcasts, and resources on Christian apologetics! Below, I’ve gathered some of the highlights from various apologetics websites to help strengthen your faith and equip you to engage in meaningful conversations. 1. Was Christ a Copycat? This article from Reasonable Theology examines claims that the story of Jesus mirrors pagan myths. … Read More “Weekly Roundup: Christian Apologetics Posts You Don’t Want to Miss” »

Midweek Apologetics Roundup

November 1, 2017September 2, 2021 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Midweek Apologetics Roundup

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Here are some apologetics-related posts I came across this week. Go and check them out. Is Happiness A Good Test for Truth? – Sean McDowell Is Christianity Dying? – Andy Bannister Should Enoch Be Included In The Bible? – Steven Bancarz The Value of Religion & Why We Need It For A Meaningful Life – … Read More “Midweek Apologetics Roundup” »

Midweek Apologetics Roundup

March 29, 2017June 7, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Midweek Apologetics Roundup

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Here are some apologetics-related posts for you to check out. 10 Historical Facts About Jesus From Non-Christian Sources – Alisa Childers Is “God Did It” A Substitute For Scientific Ignorance? – Blake Giunta Stop Using the Term “Fetus” – J. Warner Wallace Can Life Have Meaning Without God – Andy Bannister Always Ask What They Mean by … Read More “Midweek Apologetics Roundup” »

What’s Wrong With Pornography?

December 22, 2015April 20, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

What’s Wrong With Pornography?

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Andy Bannister of RZIM Canada tackles the question of pornography.

Did Jesus Even Exist?

September 15, 2015June 4, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Did Jesus Even Exist?

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Andy Bannister of RZIM Canada addresses the topic of the existence of Jesus. While most people assume it is obvious, there is a growing number who doubt it.

Can We Be Good Without God?

July 29, 2015August 11, 2022 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Can We Be Good Without God?

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Andy Bannister of RZIM Canada responds to the question, “Can We Be Good Without God?” as a part of the Short Answers to Big Questions series. Make sure to get a copy of Andy Bannister’s new book, The Atheist Who Didn’t Exist. (USA) (Canada)

Does Religion Poison Everything?

July 14, 2015September 10, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Does Religion Poison Everything?

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A frequent claim today is that religion poisons everything. Some atheists are arguing that religion is not just false but that religion is dangerous. Andy Bannister of RZIM Canada addresses this concern in this video which is a part of the Short Answers to Big Questions series. Don’t forget to order Andy’s new book, The … Read More “Does Religion Poison Everything?” »

10 Canadian Apologetic Resources You Need

July 1, 2015October 30, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

10 Canadian Apologetic Resources You Need

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Today is Canada Day and so I thought I would highlight some resources with a Canadian connection. Canada has made some significant contributions to apologetics ministry. Some of the books I will share are either written by Canadians or by people who now live in Canada (which is almost as good). Make sure to check … Read More “10 Canadian Apologetic Resources You Need” »

Aren’t All Religions Basically the Same?

June 27, 2015September 3, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Aren’t All Religions Basically the Same?

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One of the most common claims I hear is that all religions are basically the same. Is this true? Andy Bannister of RZIM Canada looks at this important question in this helpful video. If you are interested in more on this subject, get Ravi Zacharias’ Jesus Among Other Gods on Kindle (USA) (Canada)

The Limits of Science

June 16, 2015 Stephen Bedard No Comments

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This is the second instalment in the series of blog post by Canadian bloggers. Except that today’s blogger is not Canadian. Andy Bannister is from the UK but is the Canadian director for RZIM. Not only is Andy doing great apologetics work in Canada, he is also pretty good at puns. Make sure to check … Read More “The Limits of Science” »

If God, Why Evil?

May 6, 2015May 24, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

If God, Why Evil?

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Dr. Andy Bannister of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries answers the question “If God, why is there evil?”. Get Andy Bannister’s new book, The Atheist Who Didn’t Exist: USA Canada

Face to Face

April 26, 2015July 17, 2024 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Face to Face

Apologetics and Theology Blog, Personal Blog

My good news for this week is about the opportunity I had to speak at the Apologetics Canada conference in Barrie. Apologetics Canada has been running conferences in BC for a number of years but this is the first conference they have had in Ontario. In fact, I can’t remember anything like this in Ontario … Read More “Face to Face” »

Faith Today: Apologetics Without Apology

March 11, 2015January 24, 2020 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Faith Today: Apologetics Without Apology

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Another issue of Faith Today magazine is now available. If you have not discovered Faith Today yet, you really need to. I think it is great, and that is not just because I used to be the associate editor. I am highlighting this issue for a specific reason. This issue includes an article by Andy … Read More “Faith Today: Apologetics Without Apology” »

Unapologetically Apologetic: A Conversation With Andy Bannister

December 15, 2014August 23, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Unapologetically Apologetic: A Conversation With Andy Bannister

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I first met Andy Bannister when he was doing some lectures at Tyndale University College. I was impressed with how he communicated but even more so with his content. I have been able to hear him a number of times since and I always learn something. As a Canadian apologist myself, I am thankful for … Read More “Unapologetically Apologetic: A Conversation With Andy Bannister” »

Apologetics in Canada

July 2, 2014October 18, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Apologetics in Canada

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In 2004, Canadian religion writer Tom Harpur wrote a bestselling book claiming that Jesus never existed. In 2010, Tony Blair and Christopher Hitchens debated on the moral merits of religion at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto. Hitchens was seen by many as the winner of debate, perhaps because 57% of audience already agreed with him … Read More “Apologetics in Canada” »

Apologetics Summer Reading

June 21, 2014October 23, 2019 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Apologetics Summer Reading

Apologetics and Theology Blog

I asked a number of apologists what they were reading this summer and I wanted to share it with you. It may inspire you to read a book that you have never thought of before. I wouldn’t say that this is relaxing summer reading but it will help your mind grow. Make sure to check out their … Read More “Apologetics Summer Reading” »

Andy Bannister on Exclusivity of Truth

February 6, 2014July 17, 2024 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Andy Bannister on Exclusivity of Truth

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Yahweh vs Allah

September 27, 2008January 16, 2020 Stephen Bedard No Comments

Yahweh vs Allah

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I found a great mp3 on the different conceptions of God in Christianity and Islam including a look at the unity and Trinity of God. You can find it here. The lecture is by Andy Bannister and there are some great insights and it is worth listening to.