This course surveys basic issues in apologetics. The student also learns to evaluate worldviews, constructing and using appropriate Christian apologetic arguments against opposing worldviews.

Offered: Resident and Online

A survey of the history of Christian apologetics. The course will offer a contextualized study of key apologists in the history of Christianity including Justin Martyr, Irenaeus, Origen, Augustine, Anselm, Thomas Aquinas, John Calvin, Blaise Pascal, William Paley, B. B. Warfield, and C. S. Lewis. The study will focus upon the contribution of each apologist to Christian thought.

Offered: Resident and Online

A contrast between the truth-claims of the major world religions and the uniqueness of Christian theistic apologetics, both in content and method. (Formerly APOL 560)

Offered: Resident and Online

Prerequisite: APOL 500

An introduction to basic issues in the intersection between faith and reason. The course will provide an introduction to the use of logic in apologetics and will consider key issues such as the nature of God, the definition of faith, religious epistemology, the nature of man and the human mind, and divine providence.

Offered: Resident and Online

Presents a detailed study of contemporary denials of miracles, emphasizing the resurrection of Jesus and the part it plays in Christian apologetics and theology.

Offered: Resident and Online

Prerequisite: APOL 550

An advanced study of the differing forms of the problem of evil and suffering. The course will explore the problem and investigate various theodicies and responses to the problem. Attention will also be given to the issue of hell and eternal damnation.

Offered: Resident and Online

Prerequisite: APOL 500

An investigation of current issues and trends in apologetics, such as the intersection of science and religion, the problem of evil, atheism, or secularism.

Offered: Resident and Online

The student should be able to demonstrate an ability to reflect, integrate and apply apologetics knowledge to a specific problem facing Christianity. Apologetic reflection should be transformational, in that it influences, motivates, and empowers the student to live for Christ and further His kingdom.

Registration Restrictions: Must complete at least 24 semester hours toward the Master of Arts in Christian Apologetics degree

Offered: Resident and Online

Designed for the advanced student in good standing who has demonstrated an ability to work independently. The student will work with the instructor in developing a proposal for guided research in a specified area of Apologetics.

Offered: Resident and Online

An intensive study in a specific subject of Apologetics. This course allows variation in the approach and content of the regular curriculum and often will be used by visiting professors.

Offered: Resident and Online