Part 7: Christian Existential Apologetics

Download Part 7 Practice Exercise

Step 1: Opening Prayer (Ask God for His wisdom)

Step 2: Read Scriptures (aloud)

Note: See scripture verses on the last page of the practice exercise.

Step 3: Watch Teaching Videos

Dr. Ravi Zacharias — “The 4 Questions of Life We Must Face” (short version)

• “Four questions to answer in life” (long version)

Dr. John MacArthur — “Assurance of Salvation”

Dr. John MacArthur — “The Divine Guarantee of an Eternal Salvation, Part 1 (Romans 5:1–2)”

Step 4: Assign Roles

1. Seeker (asks questions of the Believer)

2. Believer (answers Seeker's questions)

3. Moderator (keeps time, ensures Seeker and Believer stay “on topic”)

4. Observer(s) (all other group members)

Step 4: Practice Conversations

1. Origin: Where did I come from?

2. Meaning: What is the meaning of my life?

3. Morality: How do I distinguish between good and evil?

4. Destiny: What happens to me when I die?

5. Security: How can I know for sure?

Notes:

• Allow 10–15 minutes per conversation followed by 5–10 minutes of feedback.

• Repeat Step 4 until all group members can participate in both Seeker and Believer roles.

Step 5: Small Group Discussion

• What do I learn about Seekers?

• What did I learn about my own faith?

• With whom can I share these answers of “eternal” importance?

Step 6: Closing Prayer