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In my most recent column, I introduced you to "Beyond Opinion," a Christian apologetics book, edited by Ravi Zacharias, that offers suggestions on how to approach the skeptic, depending on the skeptic's background or reasons for doubt or non-belief. Before leaving the subject, let me give you a stronger flavor of this interesting apologetics method and this fascinating book. Ravi tells us an effective apologetic "pays very close attention not just to the question but to the questioner. That, in turn, leads to the relevance of the answer." He cites Jesus' walk on the Emmaus road as an instructive example....

As a former skeptic, I have a particular interest in Christian apologetics: the defense of the Christian faith. I've read and recommended many excellent books on the subject but want to call your special attention to one I've most recently read because of the uniqueness of its approach and content. "Beyond Opinion: Living the Faith We Defend" is a compilation of essays by renowned Christian apologists compiled and edited by my friend and Christian philosopher and apologist, Ravi Zacharias, that together "suggest a new vision for Christian apologetics in this century." I love apologetics because it helped me overcome certain...

Listening to Ravi Zacharias radio program - also on his linked website - "Let My People Think". The Constancy of God in a Changing World, Pat 2. (Sorry don't have part 1). I challenge you to take this Word (of God) and test it out in your life. Talks about when Jesus faced Satan in the wilderness, how did Jesus respond. We are warned many times of the dangers of Temptation. What temptations did Christ face. Turn to 4th Chapter of Matthew. Absolute Truth in Relative Terms An unchanging point of reference - cannot be changed is an absolute. God...

BYU NewsNet Evangelists visit BYU, Temple Square By Emilie Foss Daily Universe Staff Reporter 21 Jan 2005 Eighteen Bible students from the evangelical Bible Institute of Los Angeles, Biola, visited BYU campus Tuesday to build friendships, develop relationships and clarify doctrine. ... “It’s time to put away the sticks and stones and do some serious talking,” said Robert Millet, an ancient scripture professor. The group had studied a bit about the LDS faith and read the Book of Mormon prior to coming to Utah. ... Millet and Pastor Greg Johnson, director of Standing Together Ministries in Utah, are trying to...

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has opened its signature pulpit to an evangelical Christian preacher in what organizers see as a watershed event for promoting good will and discussion among Utahns of various faiths. The event is two months away, but it is already generating discussion in the state's faith community. Ravi Zacharias, an internationally known apologist, philosopher and author, will speak at the Tabernacle on Temple Square in November as part of a three-night speaking engagement in Utah. Some have compared Zacharias' style and tone to that of Christian philosopher C.S. Lewis. He has addressed audiences...