In addition to Bible study and lesson preparation, this is what I’m reading.Reading for a PurposeAn Introduction to Christian Philosophical Theology: Faith Seeking Understanding – Stephen T. Davis and Eric T. Yang. What is Christian Philosophical Theology and how does the believer use it to examine key Christian doctrines?Russia: Revolution and Civil War, 1917-1921 – … Continue reading What I’m Reading in Fall 2024
Tag: apologetics
Say It!
2024 #2“The deepest issue facing the church today is this: Are its main creeds and central teachings items of knowledge, or mere matters of blind faith, privatized personal beliefs, or issues of feeling to be accepted or set aside according to the individual or cultural pressures that come and go?”J. P. Moreland, The Soul: How … Continue reading Say It!
Crucial Questions: An Apologetics Catechism
Christian ApologeticsWords in So Many Characters 7Paradigm in 203 charactersA paradigm is a distinct framework or model that contains the basic assumptions, concepts, ways of thinking, and perspectives of a school of thought or discipline. Ideas, theories, and research are acted upon to confirm or deny the paradigm.
IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
2024 #8 Have you had a question about the Christian faith that you thought no one could answer? The leaders of Brookwood Apologetics will be in front of the room taking questions in The Forum: A Place for Questions. The event will take place on August 13 at Shreveport’s Brookwood Baptist Church in room D5 … Continue reading IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
Questions from the Grab Bag 2024
#1J. in Shreveport, asks:“I saw a website recently that said that we should reject the writings of Paul as being contradictory to the teachings of Jesus in the Gospels. What do you think?”Mark Riser – Apologist, replies: That’s a very interesting question, J.The website in question “argues the inspired New Testament consists of Jesus’ words … Continue reading Questions from the Grab Bag 2024
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2024 #7If you looked in your old high school yearbook, you would not find someone who was voted “Most Likely To Be A Fool.” A fool is not something we want to be. However, King David of Israel, in two of his psalms, asserted that there were fools. What does it take to be a … Continue reading IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
Crucial Questions: An Apologetics Catechism
Christian ApologeticsWords in So Many Characters 7Argument in 176 charactersIn an exchange of views, an argument is a reason or reasons put forth which supports one’s position or proposition. The goal of the argument is to persuade the hearer of the truth of one’s position or proposition.
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2024 #6If we look at planet Earth, we see large structures that we have built. We see large land masses and huge oceans. Through our telescopes, we see planets, stars, and galaxies that are bigger. None of these compare to how big our God is. The psalmist declares, “The heavens declare the glory of God; … Continue reading IMPORTANT MINISTRY ANNOUNCEMENT
Nebuchadnezzar’s Free Will?
Memes are the currency of social media. They are a quick way to make a point and hope that it will stick. There is a danger that meme can communicate wrong information. As one popular meme states, “Don’t believe everything you read on the internet because there’s a picture with a quote next to it.” … Continue reading Nebuchadnezzar’s Free Will?
A Playlist for Apologists
2024 #2O Worship The KingIn selecting hymns and songs for worship, music leaders must be keenly aware of the subject and object of our worship. Sometimes it would be great if it were possible to roll up an entire song service into one piece of music.“O Worship The King” is one of those hymns. The … Continue reading A Playlist for Apologists
Mark Riser - Apologist 