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Some claim that God sending His son to die on the cross is actually a form of cosmic child abuse. This week in the series #Apologetics101, @SimonEdwards and Becs Millington @UCBMedia consider God’s motives and whether he could have saved the world in a different way. What does the cross mean to you? Consider in this episode: http://zachariastrust.org/apologetics101< br>

“Why didn’t God create a universe full of free creatures where all of those creatures freely chose God?” Simon Edwards and Becs from @UCBMedia discuss some of the difficulties between creation, free will, and God’s sovereignty. The cross, however, provides the perfect answer in God’s plan. Listen to the link below for more: http;//zachariastrust.org/apologetics101< br>

In the next #Apologetics101 episode… “If Jesus didn’t really die, as Christians believe, then it means his disciples were deceivers, deceived, or deluded.” Simon Edwards and Becs @UCBMedia consider various explanations for Jesus not rising from the dead. What is the result? Consider the facts here: http;//zachariastrust.org/apologetics101< br>

Just over 20 minutes to go before Prof John Lennox appears live on stage. Be prepared to be prepared.

Does apologetics encourage the imposition of one’s beliefs? Simon Edwards navigates this delicate subject with Becs Millington in #Apologetics101 and gives solutions to how we can move the conversation from the private to the public sphere. Listen in at the link below: http://zachariastrust.org/apologetics101< br>

"His respect for those with whom he disagreed opened the way to explore questions of common belief and of the variances between Islam and Christianity...He remained a pastor and evangelist to the end. When a friend from church asked what to bring him in hospital, he requested Gideon Bibles to give to the ward staff."
There is perhaps no more beautiful a tribute to an Apologist than that paid by The Times to our dear friend Keith today and his obituary is rounded off with a little story that captures the very essence of his spirit.
https://www.thetimes.co.uk/a…/keith-sma ll-obituary-s3wr5bc7x

“65% of Nobel prize winners believe in God”
Listen as Professor John Lennox tells BBC Radio 4’s Sunday programme about his own behind-closed-doors battle with an atheist Nobel winner that shaped John’s lifelong approach to the mutuality of science and God (tune in to John from 21:05).
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00024qw
... To hear more from John, join him at Oxford Town Hall at 7.30pm on Monday 28 January for the launch of his new book, Can Science Explain Everything? Secure your place at http://www.can-science-explain-everything .eventbrite.co.uk
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"Some may deny the existence of evil in the lecture theatre, but few can deny it when their loved one is fighting for their life in the operating theatre" Sharon Dirckx http://ht.ly/6NWa30mVjx1

“Good apologetics is highly, highly relational.” In this week’s episode of #Apologetics101 with Becs Millington @UCBMedia, Simon Edwards suggests how we answer questions might be more important than what the answer is. Discover more about how to engage the person in apologetics below: http://zachariastrust.org/apologetics101< br>

We're excited for the opportunity to hear Prof. John Lennox speak on his new book Can science explain everything? this month! It's an exceptional opportunity for anyone, from any perspective, to engage with questions about science and God.
On January 28th, bring some friends, get your book signed, and hear his response to whether God is relevant in our modern culture.

Make sure you tune into BBC Radio Oxford at 15:00GMT to hear Prof John Lennox speaking on his new book "Can Science explain everything?" https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live:bb c_radio_oxford

“Rational argument doesn’t create saving belief, but it certainly does create a climate in which belief may flourish.” Simon Edwards and Becs Millington discuss how questioning can actually increase faith in the second episode of #Apologetics101. Hear Simon’s practical wisdom when it comes to doing apologetics: http://zachariastrust.org/apologetics101< br>

We live in a time in which religion is blamed for many of the world's ills, while science is credited with progress never before thought possible. In his new book launched today, Prof John Lennox offers a fresh way of thinking about science and religion. www.thegoodbook.co.uk/can-science-explain -everything

“This good news is also true news.” In the first episode of Apologetics 101, Simon Edwards chats with Becs Millington at @UCBMedia about what apologetics is and how it equips for discussions about faith. Give a listen to understand how difficult questions can be dealt with: http://zachariastrust.org/apologetics101< br>

Happy New Year! Looking forward into the new year? Make sure you're equipped and check out our 2019 magazine? Either order a few physical copies for your church, or download your own copy at www.zachariastrust.org

Looking to improve how you explain your faith? Simon Edwards, lawyer and speaker, sat down with Becs Millington at @UCBMedia to talk about the basics of apologetics. In 20 episodes, Simon investigates how Christianity makes sense of 20 difficult questions and equips listeners to give reasonable answers. Keep up to date at http://zachariastrust.org/apologetics101< br>

Look out for our new podcast series, Apologetics 101 beginning the first Wednesday in January with Simon Edwards, speaker and lawyer, and Becs Millington at UCBMedia.
20 episodes. 20 questions. 20 answers. Check out http://zachariastrust.org/apologetics101 for upcoming episodes: