Practical Apologetics: Clear Answers for the Everyday Christian
Practical Apologetics provides clear, Biblical answers to common questions about the Christian faith. Each short, practical episode helps everyday Christians understand and defend what they believe and why they believe it. The podcast emphasizes the call to be prepared to give a respectful response to those who ask about the hope within, as outlined in 1 Peter 3:15.
Episodes
Episode 31: Is America a Christian Nation?
Was America founded as a Christian nation, or was Christianity just one of many influences on its founding?In Episode 31 of Practical Apologetics, Kenneth Willis examines the historical evidence behind one of America's most debated questions.From the Declaration of Independence and the original state constitutions to George Washington's Revolutionary War orders, colonial laws, and the foun
Episode 30: Can Christians Be Pro-Choice?
For the last three episodes, we’ve been building toward one question.In Episode 27, we established that the unborn is biologically human and alive.In Episode 28, we asked whether differences in size, development, environment, dependency, intelligence, usefulness, wantedness, or convenience can justify treating one human being as less valuable than another.In Episode 29, we turned to Scripture and
Episode 29: What Does the Bible Say About the Unborn?
In Episodes 27 and 28, we started with science and philosophy.We established that the unborn is biologically human and alive, then asked whether differences in size, development, environment, dependency, intelligence, or wantedness can justify treating one human being as less valuable than another.Now we turn directly to Scripture.In Episode 29 of Practical Apologetics, we ask what the Bible actua
Episode 28: Is the Unborn a Person?
In Episode 27, we established that the unborn is biologically human and alive.But that still leaves another question:Does being biologically human and alive make the unborn a person with the same basic right to life as you and me?In Episode 28 of Practical Apologetics, we look at the philosophical question of personhood.Using Scott Klusendorf’s SLED argument, we examine whether size, level of deve
Episode 27: When Does Human Life Begin?
Abortion is one of the most controversial issues in our culture. But before we ask whether abortion is right or wrong, whether it should be legal, or even what the Bible says about it, there’s a more basic question:What exactly is being aborted?In the first episode of a four-part series on abortion and the Christian worldview, we begin with science rather than Scripture.When does a new human organ
Episode 26: Did Jesus Drink Alcohol?
The Bible clearly says Jesus drank wine. But was that wine actually alcoholic, or was it more like grape juice?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we look at what Scripture says about wine, the wedding at Cana, the difference between drunkenness and drinking, and the common claim that biblical wine was nonalcoholic.We also trace how the nineteenth-century temperance movement helped populariz
Episode 25: What is Faith?
What is faith? Is it believing something without evidence, or does the Bible give us a very different picture?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we look at what Scripture actually means by faith. Using Abraham as our primary example, we examine the difference between just believing something is true and actually placing our trust in God.Abraham and Sarah had tried and failed to have childre
Episode 24: What Is Repentance?
What does it actually mean to repent? Is repentance just feeling guilty or sorry for our sin, or does the Bible describe something more?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we look at the biblical meaning of repentance and why Scripture distinguishes genuine repentance from remorse. We examine what it means to turn away from sin and toward Jesus Christ, why repentance does not mean earning sa
Episode 23: Can Christianity Be Progressive?
Can Christianity change with the culture? Or is Christianity meant to change the culture?The phrase "Progressive Christianity" has become increasingly common, but what does it actually mean? Does the Bible teach that God's truth evolves with society, or does Scripture present God's revelation as unchanging?In this episode, we examine what the Bible says about God's unchanging
Episode 22: What Does the Bible Really Teach About Sexuality?
Sexuality is one of the most discussed and debated topics in our culture today. Many people assume the Bible is simply a list of outdated rules, but is that really the case?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we step back from the cultural debate and begin where Scripture begins: creation. What was God's original design for humanity, marriage, and sexuality? Why does the Bible place boun
Episode 21: Does the Bible Condone Slavery?
Does the Bible condone slavery?It's one of the most common objections raised against Christianity. Skeptics often argue that because the Bible regulates slavery, it must therefore endorse it. But is that what Scripture actually teaches?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we examine one of the Bible's most difficult topics by looking at the historical context of the ancient Near East,
Episode 20: How Should Christians Respond to Atheists?
How should Christians respond to atheists?Should we debate every objection? Avoid difficult conversations? Or does Scripture give us a better model?In this milestone 20th episode of Practical Apologetics, Kenneth Willis explores how Christians can engage atheists with both truth and compassion. Rather than focusing on "winning" arguments, this episode examines the biblical call to listen
Episode 19: Does Hinduism Lead to Truth?
Hinduism is one of the oldest and most influential religions in the world, shaping the beliefs of more than a billion people. It teaches concepts like karma, reincarnation, dharma, and moksha, and many believe it is simply another path to the same God Christians worship.But is that true?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, Kenneth Willis examines Hinduism's central teachings and compares
Episode 18: Is Buddhism the Answer to Suffering?
Buddhism has become one of the most influential world religions in modern culture, and even many who don’t identify as Buddhist borrow heavily from its ideas—mindfulness, detachment, meditation, and the pursuit of inner peace. But is Buddhism actually the answer to suffering?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we examine the teachings of Buddhism and compare them to Christianity. We explore
Episode 17: Is Islam Compatible with Christianity?
Are Islam and Christianity simply two different paths to the same God? Or do their truth claims fundamentally contradict one another?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we compare the core teachings of Christianity and Islam by examining the nature of God, the identity of Jesus, the crucifixion, salvation, and what many call the Islamic dilemma.While both faiths share certain historical figu
Episode 16: Are Jehovah's Witnesses Christian?
Are Jehovah's Witnesses Christian?At first glance, many people assume the answer is yes. Jehovah's Witnesses believe in Jesus, use the Bible, and actively share their faith. So why have Christians historically reached a different conclusion?In this episode, we examine what Jehovah's Witnesses believe about Jesus, the Trinity, the resurrection, and the Holy Spirit, and compare those tea
Episode 15: Are Mormons Christian?
Are Mormons Christian?Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints use the Bible, talk about Jesus, and often live moral, family-oriented lives. So why have Christians historically concluded that Mormonism is not a denomination within Christianity, but a separate religious system?In this episode, we compare the teachings of Mormonism with the teachings of Scripture and historic Chris
Episode 14: What Is a Christian?
What actually makes someone a Christian?Is it church attendance? Believing in God? Being a good person? Baptism? Family tradition?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we answer one of the most foundational questions in Christianity: What is a Christian?Many people claim the Christian label, and many groups use Christian language, quote the Bible, and talk about Jesus. But what does Scripture
Episode 13: Why Did Jesus Have to Die?
Why did Jesus have to die?If God is loving, why was the cross necessary? Why sacrifice? Why blood? And why couldn’t God just forgive people?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we explore one of the most important questions in Christianity by tracing the story from Genesis to the cross. We discuss sin, sacrifice, the Old Testament covenant system, Passover, the spotless lamb, and how Jesus fu
Episode 12: What Is the Gospel?
What is the gospel?It’s a word that gets used often, but rarely defined clearly. Is it a lifestyle? A set of teachings? Or something more?In this episode, we break down the gospel in simple, biblical terms. The gospel is not advice about what you should do. It is the good news of what God has already done through Jesus Christ.We walk through:The true meaning of the word “gospel”The core message fo
Episode 11: What Is Salvation?
What does it actually mean to be saved?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we define salvation clearly and biblically. Building on the previous episode “What Is Sin?”, we explain why salvation is necessary, what it accomplishes, and how it happens.We walk through what we are saved from, what we are saved to, and how salvation is received through grace and faith in Jesus Christ. We also break
Episode 10: What Is Sin?
What is sin?Most people think sin is just breaking religious rules, being a bad person, or an outdated idea from the past. But the Bible presents something much deeper.In this episode, we define sin clearly and biblically, and we explain why it matters not just for theology, but for apologetics. Sin is not just rule-breaking. It is a rupture in our relationship with God and a distortion of reality
Episode 9: What Is the Trinity?
In this episode, we define one of the most central doctrines of the Christian faith: that God is one being who exists eternally as three distinct persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.We examine what the Bible teaches, respond to common objections, and explain why the Trinity is essential to understanding the Gospel.Sources Used:On Guard by William Lane Craig, Reasonable Faith by William Lane Craig
Episode 8: What Is the Biblical Narrative?
Many people think the Bible is just a collection of unrelated stories or religious rules. But the Bible actually tells one unified story written over more than 1,500 years by over 40 authors.In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we walk through the big picture of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation. We examine the four major movements of the biblical narrative: Creation, Fall, Redemption, and
Episode 7: Is Jesus God?
Is Jesus just a good teacher… or is He God?In this episode, we examine one of the most important questions in all of Christianity. If Jesus is not God, then Christianity falls apart. But if He is, then everything changes.We walk through a cumulative case for the deity of Christ by examining the reliability of the New Testament, the claims and actions of Jesus, His acceptance of worship, and the re
Episode 6: Is Jesus the Messiah?
Christians claim Jesus is the promised Messiah foretold in the Old Testament. But is that claim supported by evidence?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we examine the biblical and historical case that Jesus of Nazareth is the Messiah. We look at Old Testament messianic expectations, specific prophecies Christians believe Jesus fulfilled, Jesus’s own claims about his identity, and the role
Episode 5: Did Jesus Rise From The Dead?
Did Jesus really rise from the dead?The resurrection of Jesus is the central claim of Christianity. The apostle Paul wrote in 1 Corinthians 15:17 that if Christ has not been raised, the Christian faith is futile. Everything rises or falls on this single historical question.In this episode, we examine the historical evidence surrounding the death of Jesus and the rise of the early Christian movemen
Episode 4 - Did Jesus Exist?
Did Jesus of Nazareth actually exist?Before asking whether Jesus was God, performed miracles, or rose from the dead, we have to answer a simpler question: Was Jesus a real historical person?In this episode, we examine the historical evidence for the existence of Jesus using the same standards historians apply to other ancient figures. We look at ancient non-Christian sources such as Tacitus, Josep
Episode 3: Is the Bible Reliable?
Is the Bible historically reliable, or is it just a collection of myths and legends?In this episode of Practical Apologetics, we examine the historical credibility of the Bible through three key areas:• Archaeological evidence• Textual preservation• Internal unityWe look at discoveries such as the Tel Dan Inscription referencing the “House of David,” the Nabonidus Cylinders confirming Belshazzar i
Episode 2: Is God Real? Part 2 – The Scientific Case
In Part 2 of our series asking “Is God Real?”, we move from philosophy to science.Does modern physics support the idea of a Creator?Is the universe fine-tuned for life?Can chemistry alone explain the origin of biological information?We examine cosmology, the precision of the physical constants, the origin of life, and the structure of DNA. We also look at why the laws of nature are mathematically
Episode 1: Is God Real? Part 1 - The Philosophical Case
Is God real?Before we ask whether Christianity is true… before we examine the reliability of the Bible… before we look at the resurrection of Jesus… we have to answer a more basic question:Does God exist at all?In Part 1 of this two-part series, we examine the philosophical case for God’s existence. We focus on two foundational arguments:• The argument from the beginning of the universe• The argum
Episode 0 - An Introduction
Is Christianity just blind faith?Can we really trust the Bible?Is God actually real?Practical Apologetics exists to answer these questions clearly and confidently.In this introductory episode, Kenneth Willis shares his story and the reason behind launching this podcast: to equip everyday Christians with thoughtful, biblical answers to the most important questions of life.Each episode will focus on
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