Why Giva Apologetics?
The essence of Christian apologetics is to defend the Christian faith through reasoned arguments and evidence, with gentleness and respect, to combat skepticism, criticism, and false teachings, and to promote the Christian God and truth. It involves giving a defense of the faith, vindicating it against attacks, refuting opposing and nuanced beliefs, and persuading others to commit to the holiness of God.
- Isaac Megbolugbe
GIVA Apologetics indeed aims to provide a rational and well-reasoned defense of the Christian faith. It encompasses various approaches, including historical, philosophical, scientific, and theological arguments, to address skepticism and challenges to Christianity. We engage in dialogue with non-believers, skeptics, and adherents of other faiths, seeking to articulate the coherence and credibility of Christian beliefs.
Reasoned Arguments:
We use logic, evidence, and rational discourse to support Christian doctrines and rebut objections. This can involve historical evidence for the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, philosophical arguments for the existence of God, and scientific evidence that is consistent with a Christian worldview.
Gentleness and Respect:
GIVA Apologetics is not about winning arguments or belittling opponents but about engaging with humility, compassion, and respect. We seek to build bridges of understanding rather than erecting barriers, recognizing the dignity and worth of every individual.
Combatting Skepticism:
We use logic, evidence, and rational discourse to support Christian doctrines and rebut objections. This can involve historical evidence for the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, philosophical arguments for the existence of God, and scientific evidence that is consistent with a Christian worldview.
Refuting False Teachings:
GIVA Apologetics involves identifying and refuting false teachings that distort or misrepresent the Christian faith. This may include responding to heresies within Christianity as well as engaging with alternative religious worldviews and secular ideologies.
Truth and Holiness:
GIVA Apologetics seeks to uphold the truth of Christianity and its implications for individual lives and society as a whole. It emphasizes the transformative power of the gospel message and calls people to a life of holiness, love, and service based on biblical principles.
Humility and Openness:
GIVA Apologetics involves recognizing the limitations of human understanding and the mystery of divine revelation. This humility fosters genuine dialogue and allows for the possibility of personal growth and deepened understanding, both for us and those with whom we engage.
