An accessible and reliable introduction to the science and art of Christian apologetics

How can Christians explain their faith in a way that makes sense to people outside the church? How can you help resolve misrepresentations and misunderstandings of the faith? What are the best approaches for communicating the truth and joy of the Christian gospel to your audience? How can you successfully engage audiences of different identities and concerns?

In Christian Apologetics: An Introduction, world-renowned author and scholar Alister E. McGrath provides a student-friendly overview of the theological discipline devoted to the intellectual defense of Christian faith. Assuming no previous knowledge of Christian apologetics, this compact yet comprehensive textbook explains its major theoretical and practical aspects while exploring its core themes, historical development, current debates, and key representatives.

Throughout the book, the author engages a variety of cultural concerns and difficult questions about religious belief, examines major approaches to apologetics, discusses the real-life connection of apologetic studies and ministries in the Church, and more. Easy-to-read chapters include review questions and activities, discussion topics, further reading lists, case studies of key Christian apologists, and links to video and audio resources developed by the author.

Offering clear explanations and vigorous defenses of the faith that students can use in their own writing and speaking, Christian Apologetics: An Introduction is an excellent textbook for undergraduate and graduate apologetics courses in colleges and seminaries, as well as church courses and study groups across Christian denominations.