{"product_id":"covenantal-apologetics-principles-and-practice-in-defense-of-our-faith","title":"Covenantal Apologetics: Principles and Practice in Defense of Our Faith","description":"\u003cp\u003eDefending the faith can be daunting, and a well-reasoned and biblically grounded apologetic is essential for the challenge. Following in the footsteps of groundbreaking apologist Cornelius Van Til, Scott Oliphint presents us with an introduction to Reformed apologetics as he sets forth the principles behind a distinctly “covenantal” approach. This book clearly explains the theological foundations of covenantal apologetics and illustrates its application in real-world conversations with unbelievers—helping Christians to boldly, knowledgeably, and winsomely proclaim the gospel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTable of Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eAlways Ready\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet Christ Apart as Lord\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProof to All Men\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWe Persuade Others\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWe Destroy Arguments: The Achilles Heel\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWalk in Wisdom toward Outsiders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eYou Are Very Religious\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eK. Scott Oliphint (PhD, Westminster Theological Seminary) is professor of apologetics and systematic theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia and has written numerous scholarly articles and books, including \u003cem\u003eGod With Us\u003c\/em\u003e. He is also the co-editor of the two-volume \u003cem\u003eChristian Apologetics Past and Present: A Primary Source Reader\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eRevelation and Reason: New Essays in Reformed Apologetics\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEndorsements \u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“A major undertaking in Christian apologetics, this volume makes a most timely and welcome contribution. By labeling the apologetic task ‘covenantal,’ Scott Oliphint highlights throughout that the presuppositions of ‘presuppositional apologetics’ are the clear and indubitable teachings of Scripture and not a postmodern understanding of presuppositions. Comprehensive in its scope, this balanced mix of principles and practice provides valuable instruction to a broad range of readers. I commend it most highly, especially to those concerned with responding to the challenges of unbelief, both present and perennial, in growing fidelity to Scripture as God’s Word.” — Richard B. Gaffin Jr., Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology, Emeritus, Westminster Theological Seminary\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“In a day marked by shallow thinking, weak reasoning, and arguments lacking in both theological and biblical depth, Oliphint offers an arsenal of apologetic insight. His affirmation and exposition of a covenantal apologetic brings a vital biblical and theological dimension to the apologetic task. Believers seeking to give an answer for the hope that is in us will enthusiastically receive this book.” — R. Albert Mohler Jr., President and Joseph Emerson Brown Professor of Christian Theology, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“With seismic changes in our society’s perception of life—and especially of human rights—the need for Christians to give reason for their faith is even greater today. Scott Oliphint comes to our aid by bringing what is often food that only giraffes can eat (the field technically called apologetics) right down to the grasp of Christ’s lambs. Here is a book that will enable you to argue intelligently from Scripture, in the midst of a plethora of false philosophies and religions, as to why the world needs Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. So come to the table, O lambs of Christ, and enjoy a culinary experience you once only wistfully watched at a distance!” — Conrad Mbewe, Senior Pastor, Kabwata Baptist Church in Zambia, Africa\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eCovenantal Apologetics\u003c\/em\u003e places the defense of the Christian faith where it belongs: in a rich texture of appropriate contexts, beginning with the self-revelation of the triune God in the Bible and his created universe, and the covenantal relationship of all people (rebellious and redeemed) with their personal Creator. Instead of offering formulaic arguments to win debating points, Oliphint urges Christians to bring a full-orbed theology of God and humanity, of creation and redemption, along with dependence on the sovereign Spirit of God, as we winsomely and forthrightly engage proponents of unbelief and other beliefs. Especially helpful is the opportunity to hear principles translated into practice by listening in on sample dialogues with spokespersons for humanism, atheism, and Islam.” — Dennis E. Johnson, Professor of Practical Theology, Westminster Seminary California\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crossway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52074429776170,"sku":"9781433576362","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0942\/7746\/8458\/files\/scannerpuritanseminary.org_20131010_114320_002__66536.1381420314.1280.1280.jpg?v=1783982420","url":"https:\/\/heritagebooks.org\/products\/covenantal-apologetics-principles-and-practice-in-defense-of-our-faith","provider":"Reformation Heritage Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}