HARVEST: Apologetics: Ready to Answer
Message Date: 11/13/2022
Speaker: Pastor Renee Hidalgo

HARVEST SERIES

PROOF:

Evidence to back something up

“Because I Said So…”

1 Peter 3:15

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the

for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.

“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to

for the hope that you have.”

1. Don’t be afraid of questions.

ANSWER:
Greek word ‘apologia’

1. Well-reasoned or thought-out response
2. “Apologetics” comes from this word
3. An ‘apology’ in classical terms was not about saying ‘I’m sorry’, but was a reasoned argument that presented evidence.

“Always be

to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.”

1. Do the work on the front end.

“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who

you to give the reason for the hope that you have.”

1. Look for those who are asking.

“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the

for the hope that you have.”

1. Faith is reasonable.

What are some questions that we should be prepared for in defending the faith?

Credibility of the Bible

1. Why should I trust the Bible?
2. How do I know the Bible hasn’t been changed over the years?
3. What is the proof that the Bible is actually the Word of God?

Credibility of Jesus & the Resurrection

1. How do we know Jesus was even a real person?
2. What evidence supports His claim to be God?
3. What evidence is there for the Resurrection?

Existence of Evil & Suffering

1. If there is a God, why is there so much suffering in the world?
2. If God is really loving, why did He let my child die?
3. If God is really powerful, why didn’t He stop that hurricane?

*Discern:*Is this a heart question or a head question?

Revelation 21:4

‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain…’

1 Peter 3:15

But in your hearts revere Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with

and

Reveal Answer

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