Not all of the questions apologetics must deal with are intellectual in nature. For many people, the gospel does not seem to be relevant to their lives. This sermon gives a number of biblical principles which guide us as we seek to show unbelievers the attractiveness of the gospel.
The Good Shepherd
Using metaphors from the world of ancient shepherding, Jesus sheds light on the nature of the relationship between himself and his people. The focus is on Jesus and how he loves and cares for his people as the good shepherd.
Read John 10:1-21
Out of the Depths
This Psalm shows that being troubled by sin is a part of the experience of God’s people. It also gives comfort for those who are troubled by their sins. This comfort is rooted in God’s “unfailing love” and “full redemption”.
Read Psalm 130:1-8
The Problem of Evil
The problem of evil is a common objection to the Christian faith. The bible does not answer the problem of evil exhaustively, but it does give perspectives that help us to deal with it. Six biblical perspectives are examined.
Read Revelation 4:1-4
Is Everything Meaningless?
Ecclesiastes is a book that deals realistically with the apparent meaningless of life and gives important answers. The sermon summarizes the message of the book.
Read Ecclesiastes 1:1-18; 12:9-14
Spiritual Blindness and Spiritual Sight
In this story which shows the reaction of the Pharisees, the blind who had been healed by Jesus, and the man’s parents to the miraculous healing, we learn some important lessons about the nature of spiritual blindness and spiritual sight.
Read John 9:13-41
The Bible & Religious Pluralism
This sermon presents 4 biblical truths that address the phenomenon of religious pluralism. 1) All people are to be treated with kindness and respect regardless of the worldview they hold. 2) The greatest need of all men is reconciliation with the one true God. 3) The biblical worldview is true and any assertion that contradicts the Bible is false. 4) Jesus Christ is the unique and only Saviour of the world.
Read Acts 4:1-22
The Resurrection
In Scripture the resurrection of Christ is central not only in the accomplishment of salvation, but also as confirmation that Jesus claims about himself are true. This sermon considers the empty tomb and eyewitness accounts as biblical and historical evidence for the factuality of the resurrection.
Jesus Heals a Blind Man
In this passage Jesus gives some insight into the problem of human suffering, he demonstrates urgency to do the work to which his Father has called him and he heals a blind man. In the context of John’s gospel, this miracle is to be understood as part of Jesus work to bring about a new creation.
Read John 9:1-12
Jesus’ Claims about Himself
What Jesus tells us about himself in these verses can be organized into three subjects. He speaks about how he does not seek glory for himself, but the Father glorifies him. He tells us that he knows the Father and keeps his word. And he speaks of himself in connection with Abraham.
Read John 8:48-58