Introduction Flashcards
Apologetics
Providing a reasonable defense of the Christian faith
Why do apologetics? List 3
Obedience, evangelism, and discipleship
How do we engage in apologetics? List 3
Character, credibility, and civility
Character
Genuine (imperfect) example of a Christian. Behavior is a factor
Sanctify
To be set apart or holy
Credibility
Clarify the truth claims of Christ and Christianity
Offensive apologetics
Making a case for the claims of Christianity
Defensive apologetics
Answering or deflecting claims of Christianity
Civility
Appropriate manner in which we engage non-christians
Polite, reasonable, respectful behavior
The role of faith and reason? List 4
Fideism, notitia, assensus, fiducia
Fideism
Faith is a blind leap, no reason for it
Notitia
Information (notification)
Assensus
Assent (approval) to agree or be persuaded
Apologetics
Fiducia
Place TRUST or make a commitment (faithfulness) this isn’t a christians responsibility
Role of the Holy Spirit? List 2
Conviction and dependence