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Apologetics Resources

The resources listed below are intended to help you learn about Christian apologetics or specific disciplines within Christian apologetics in greater detail. Note: A listing here does not necessarily indicate TilledSoil.org is in complete agreement with every position held by the resource. It means we believe them to be a good quality resource and/or a good resource representing a particular view. (For example, we might post a link to a Muslim website because we discuss world religions and believe that site provides quality information about a particular Muslim viewpoint.)

 

Alpha & Omega Ministries

http://aomin.org/

Ministry site of Dr. James White and the podcast ‘The Dividing Line‘. James is known for his defense of Reformation doctrines, as well as specialization in areas of Biblical exegesis, languages, and translations. He also specializes in debate with topics such as Islam, Mormonism, Jehovah’s Witnesses, Roman Catholicism, and King James Onlyism. Whether you agree with him on everything or not, few can match his level of scholarship or debate skills. He also champions the integrity of apologists and has called out Christian brothers and sisters¹ when they have been dishonest in their ministries, even at personal cost to James’ ministry. This is a core quality TilledSoil.org also champions, as it is not only the Christian thing to do, but is also crucial to any apologetic ministry.

Answers in Genesis

http://www.answersingenesis.org/

Ministry site of founder Ken Ham, this site would be a popular representation of the Young Earth Creationist viewpoint. It contains a large number of resources from a number of scholars who contribute. ²

apologetics.com

http://www.apologetics.com/

Mistry site of a team of apologists who cover nearly every topic imaginable. They have a podcast/radio show, discussion boards, host seminars, etc. The podcast has been a resource and connection to other apologetic ministries for TilledSoil.org staff for many years.

Apologetics Canada

http://www.ApologeticsCanada.com/

This ministry was founded by Andy Steiger and is sponsored by Apologetics.com (above). One of the primary goals of this ministry is to bring Apologetics conferences and apologetic training to Canada, but it is also quickly becoming a ‘hub’ connecting Canadian apologetic ministries and apologists together. TilledSoil.org is proud to be assisting with this ministry in various aspects including the apologetic conferences this ministry is bringing to Canada!

Apologetics 315

http://www.apologetics315.com/

Ministry site of Brian Auten which collects information about apologetics ministries under one site. Books, audio, web sites, etc. are highlighted and organized. There is also a podcast where interviews with leading apologists can be heard. This is a must-watch resource for any Christian apologist!

Botox 4 the Brain

http://www.botox4thebrain.com/

Blog site on ‘(Bio)ethics and more’ by a PhD candidate in biomedical ethics and law. The ethics surrounding human enhancement is a key focus, but the site also addresses topics such as: Transhumanism, Human Enhancement and Enhancing Technologies, Human Enhancement Ethics, Anthropological Ethics, Biomedical Ethics, Virtue Ethics, Moral Philosophy.

PleaseConvinceMe.com

http://www.pleaseconvinceme.com/

Ministry site of Jim W. Wallace who looks at apologetics from the vantage point of a cold case homicide detective. Jim’s level of research, organization of the data, and apologetic lesson material are quite impressive. His podcast is also excellent, and is how TilledSoil.org staff first encountered PleaseConvinceMe.com. Highly recommended!

Ratio Christi

http://ratiochristi.org/

Is a ministry committed to bringing dedicated Christian apologetics chapters to every secular/liberal university campus. What an excellent goal! Please support them if you are able, either through your apologetic talent or your financial contributions so they can put trained apologists to work in this kind of service.

Reasons To Believe

http://www.reasons.org/

Ministry site founded by astronomer Dr. Hugh Ross. Reasons to Believe is an organization of scientists and philosophers (also Dr. Fazale Rana, Kenneth Samples, Dr. Jeffrey Zweerink, Dr. David H. Rogstad) who follow scientific discoveries and compare them to their scientific model based on Christianity and the Bible. They would often be called ‘Progressive Creationists’ or ‘Old Earth Creationists’ if trying to categorize their view on the Evolution / Creation debate. Along with the website, they also have several podcasts and books, as well as other resources.

The BioLogos Forum

http://biologos.org/

Ministry site founded by Dr. Francis Collins of the Human Genome Project. This site would be a good representation of the Theistic Evolution or Evolutionary Creationist position. They are funded by the John Templeton Foundation, and include contributions from a number of scholars.

The Poached Egg

http://www.thepoachedegg.net/

Ministry site of Greg West which collects great apologetics blog articles from around the world. Greg also works tirelessly to promote Christian apologetics and other Christian apologetic ministries. This is a great resource if you are looking to keep up on what is being written by Christian apologists on the Internet, as well as to find great blogs to follow.

Stand To Reason

http://www.str.org/

Ministry site founded by Greg Koukl, who covers a wide range of Christian apologetic issues and more general Christian theology and Biblical interpretation. Greg is a top-notch Christian thinker and speaker. In addition to the website, books, training materials and other resources, Greg hosts a 3-hour weekly radio show which is available as a podcast. Greg has greatly influenced the knowledge and thinking of TilledSoil.org staff for many years. Highly recommended!

Theopologetics

http://theopologetics.blogspot.com/

Apologetics blog and podcast by Chris Date, who covers a wide range of Christian apologetic issues and more general Christian theological issues. While I disagree with Chris on a couple of points, I have been impressed by how he researches and thinks through the issues he tackles (as well as how he treats others with whom he disagrees!). This is a great resource and Chris represents apologetics in a way that makes us proud.

Unbelievable?

http://www.premier.org.uk/unbelievable/

Ministry site of Justin Brierley who hosts a radio broadcast and podcast which puts top proponents of opposing views into conversation and debate. Often, this involves a non-Christian and a Christians, but sometimes involves two sides of an issues within Christianity. These discussions often feature the top proponents of the views (PZ Myers, Bart Ehrman, Stephen Meyer, Philip Pullman, Peter Atkins, Michael Shermer, Peter Hitchens, Alister McGrath, Michale Behe, Alvin Plantinga just to name a few). TilledSoil.org would highly recommend this resource, however you should probably familiarize yourself with basic apologetics first to help in following the discussions. Highly recommended!

White Horse Inn

http://www.whitehorseinn.org/

Ministry site of a panel of Reformed theologians (Dr. Michael Horton, Dr. Rod Rosenbladt, Ken Jones, and Dr. Kim Riddlebarger) who have been broadcasting and promoting understanding of core Christian beliefs for many years. This is a resource that many apologists cut their teeth on, and is still an excellent resource (I first started listening to them on cassette if that tells you anything). They also publish Modern Reformation Magazine. The radio program is also available as a podcast.