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Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:50 PM

Alan shows how you can use two simple questions to show that the Christian story of creation is true and reasonable.

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Tools to Share Christianity with Your Friends

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:50 PM

Here’s a collection of short, engaging videos (and one booklet) you can use as tools for starting conversations about Christianity with your friends.

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Two Tactics to Rule Them All

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:51 PM

Most bad ideas can be exposed with one of two tactics. If you learn them, you’ll be able to address numerous challenges on various topics.

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How Muslims Miss Christmas

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:51 PM

This month is a perfect opportunity to tell our Muslim friends the story of Christmas. Since Jesus already holds an esteemed position in Islam, we already have a head start.

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Focus on What Matters

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:51 PM

When talking to your Muslim friends, the Gospel is offensive enough; don’t add any more offense to it.

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Why It’s Hard for Muslims to Convert

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:52 PM

How do most Muslims become Muslim, and why is it difficult for them to convert to another religion?

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Three Steps to Better Doctrinal Disagreements

Web Content Article · By brian seagraves On Jun 27, 2019 9:54 PM

Sometimes, disagreeing is the most loving thing we can do, but disagreeing in a way that isn’t disagreeable is a skill that takes practice to develop.

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WWJD? Ask a Question

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:55 PM

Jesus asked 284 questions during evangelistic conversations in the Gospels, and we should take a cue from our Master. Here are four reasons why questions are so powerful.

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Remember That First-Century Mark Fragment?

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:55 PM

We’ve all been waiting for an update on the alleged first-century fragment of Mark. Now it’s been published, and there’s good news and bad news.

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Persuasively and Graciously Share Your Convictions

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:55 PM

Alan tells the story of how a campus Christian group responded to an anti-Christian song with compassion and grace then takes questions on the biblical definition of love, original sin, and...

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Can a Person Justify Performing Abortions as a Christian?

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:55 PM

Alan discusses an article written by an abortion doctor then takes questions on the inerrancy of the New Testament, the Alfie Evans situation, meditation on God’s word, and the power not to sin.

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WWJD? Ask a Question

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:55 PM

Would you like to improve your ability to engage others in spiritual conversations? Do what Jesus did 284 times in the Gospels. Find out what that is in this episode.

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Interview: Jay Smith, Evidence against Islam

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:55 PM

Alan talks to Dr. Jay Smith, longtime debater and missionary to Muslims, about his work and some new (and/or little-known) evidence against Islam.

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How Do We Know God Is Not a “Cosmic Jerk”?

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:55 PM

Greg answers questions on our responsibility to express concern for another’s salvation, Greg’s opinion on the idea of corporate election, and how we can know God is not a “cosmic jerk.”

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How to Defuse the Accusation of Intolerance

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:56 PM

What if someone who’s hostile to Christianity asks for your opinion on a controversial topic?

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Make Jesus Central to Your Conversations with Muslims

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:56 PM

Alan explains why bringing up Jesus when talking to Muslims is a great idea.

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Imprint of King Hezekiah’s Seal Found in Jerusalem

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 8:57 PM

The royal seal of an ancient biblical king has been unearthed near the Temple Mount in Jerusalem.

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Do Extraordinary Claims Require Extraordinary Evidence?

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 27, 2019 8:57 PM

Here’s how you can respond if someone asks you, “Do extraordinary claims require extraordinary evidence?”

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The Gospel According to Columbo

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:57 PM

What if Lieutenant Columbo was a Christian? Instead of solving a crime, his task would be to present the Gospel. What would he say? How would he say it?

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The Gospel According to Columbo

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 8:57 PM

What if Lieutenant Columbo was a Christian? How would he present the Gospel? What would he say and how would he say it? Alan says Columbo would ask three questions. Find out what they are in this...

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Atheism Isn’t Simply a Lack of Belief

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 27, 2019 8:58 PM

Some atheists state that atheism is not really a belief at all. Rather, they assert it is simply a lack of belief. But is that accurate?

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Letting God Take the Heat

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:38 PM

Over the last decade as a Stand to Reason speaker, I’ve been yelled at, cursed at, and even threatened. How do I keep my cool? Here’s my secret: I let God take the heat.

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How Can We Answer People Who Say We’re Intolerant?

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:40 PM

These days, many people mistake insults for debate, and the insult “You’re intolerant!” can be enough to shut down a conversation. But it doesn’t have to!

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Are You Ready for What’s Waiting for You on Your College Campus?

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:40 PM

Are you (or is your child) ready to stand firm in your trust in Jesus Christ on your college campus?

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Know Your Audience

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:41 PM

I should have known better. This time, though, I didn’t pay attention. Perhaps I got comfortable, lazy, and sloppy. I didn’t follow a basic public speaking rule: know your audience.

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Why We Need to Learn to Die

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:41 PM

Jesus said, “If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow Me.” Here’s one reason why we need to learn to die.

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Putting Words in God’s Mouth

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:41 PM

Alan explains the importance of learning a good system of biblical interpretation and uses an example from his recent trip to Cairo, Egypt.

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The Importance of Waiting for the “Thinking Pause”

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:42 PM

Here’s an important tip from Timothy Brahm of the Equal Rights Institute on how to improve your apologetics conversations with others.

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Jesus Built Western Civilization

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:42 PM

We take the ideas of our society for granted, and we assume they’ll always be there. But the most beautiful ideas of our culture are grounded in Jesus.

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We Don’t Understand the Difference Christianity Makes

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:42 PM

When you look at Roman sexual morality, you can see the difference Christianity has made to the world.

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What Is the Goal of Apologetics, and How Can You Love Your Listeners?

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:43 PM

Here are two important pieces of advice to keep in mind when you’re teaching apologetics or using it in conversations.

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Following Jesus to Compassion

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:43 PM

You may have noticed a trend in my work this year: truth and compassion...

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The Medical Accuracy of John’s Description of Jesus on the Cross

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:43 PM

The medical accuracy of John’s account of Jesus’ death on the cross is evidence this is the testimony of an eyewitness.

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Following Jesus to Compassion

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:43 PM

Alan draws upon a component of Jesus’ ministry to help believers transform their relationships with people they disagree with.

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Being Tactical with Jehovah’s Witnesses

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 27, 2019 9:44 PM

In our discussions with Jehovah’s Witnesses, we need to be tactical. That is, we need to anticipate their typical maneuvers to better guide the conversation. This will give us the best opportunity...

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Did the Council of Nicea Invent the Deity of Christ?

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 27, 2019 9:44 PM

Despite claim to the contrary, the facts overwhelmingly confirm that the deity of Christ was not invented at the Council of Nicea. In fact, Jesus’ words and actions led the disciples to the...

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Atheism’s Burden of Proof

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:44 PM

Atheists may not need to prove the absence of God, but their view entails a few other things that require a lot of explaining.

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Tell the Truth and Leave the Results up to God

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:44 PM

Have you ever felt frustrated because your efforts to share your religious convictions with a friend or family member were going nowhere?

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Atheism’s Burden of Proof

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:44 PM

Alan explains why although atheists may not have to prove the absence of God, their view still entails three incredible assertions that require a lot of explaining.

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Advice for Your Relationship with an Apostate Family Member

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:56 PM

If a member of your family has left Christianity, don’t let that cause a rift in your relationship. Here’s how you can respond as a faithful ambassador for Christ.

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Our View of Human Beings Matters

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:58 PM

What does it mean to be human? Our culture is deeply divided on this question, and a great deal depends on the answer.

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We Take Christianity’s Influence on the World for Granted

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 9:58 PM

Some think Christianity is silly. It isn’t silly, because our God isn’t silly. And when you see the massive accomplishments His word brought about in this world, you start to get a glimpse of that.

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Scientism: An Obstacle to the Gospel

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 9:59 PM

Scientism claims we can’t have knowledge about religion or ethics because the only way to know reality is through the five senses. Here are three reasons why this view is problematic.

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Why Evidence Will Not Convince Some Atheists

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 27, 2019 10:00 PM

It’s tempting to think belief in God comes down to the evidence and nothing else. But is it really that simple? Does belief in God merely depend on evidence?

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Naturalism’s Only Option

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 10:00 PM

What happens when scientists discover evidence that undermines evolutionary theory? It’s disqualified by definition. It’s ruled inadmissible. Atheists have no choice but to accept Darwin’s account....

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An Argument for the Resurrection of Jesus

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 10:00 PM

Did Jesus really rise from the dead? Here’s a case for three historical facts that point to His resurrection and a case against four naturalistic theories popularly used to explain those facts.

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“Possible” Is Not the Same as “Reasonable”

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 10:00 PM

When you encounter theories contrary to Christianity, remember there’s a difference between what’s possible and what’s reasonable. Here’s a clip of Bart Ehrman on the existence of Jesus to...

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Why You Can Be Confident We Have the Original New Testament Text

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Jun 27, 2019 10:00 PM

A video from Impact 360 summarizes reasons why you can be confident that we know what the New Testament authors originally wrote 2,000 years ago.

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An Apologetic for Apologetics with Alisa Childers

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jun 27, 2019 10:01 PM

Not everyone is a fan of apologetics, but there are reasons why we should all be prepared to give an apologetic for what we believe.

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Engaging Australia’s Muslims

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 10:01 PM

Alan recently returned from Australia after spending some time training local believers on how to graciously engage Muslims. In this episode, Alan discusses one key tactic he taught Australian...

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The Bulverism Blunder

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 10:02 PM

Some people will argue you’re only a Christian because of some psychological or sociological reason. Here’s why that argument doesn’t prove anything about Christianity.

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Speaking “Christianese” to the Unchurched

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 10:02 PM

Here’s how Alan was once again reminded of the importance of using words non-Christians understand when he unintentionally spoke “Christianese” to a waitress in Norway.

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Answer Like Jesus

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 10:02 PM

For someone with all the answers, Jesus didn’t always respond directly to challenging questions. Sometimes He answered a question with another question. Sometimes He answered a different question.

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Answer Like Jesus

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jun 27, 2019 10:03 PM

Alan points out that Jesus didn’t always answer questions directly. Sometimes He took a different approach. Perhaps we can take a cue from Jesus since He’s the smartest person in history. Alan...

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Listen Carefully to the Cost of Conversion

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jul 30, 2019 10:54 PM

If you ask your Muslim friend what would happen if he became a Christian, you’ll discover what’s holding him back from Jesus, and then you can help him overcome his obstacles.

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Before Your Kids Have Access to the Internet, Read This

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Jul 30, 2019 11:40 PM

Here’s a resource that can protect your young kids from pornography addiction by preparing them to recognize pornography, realize its dangers, and respond in a safe way.

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The Importance of Being Precise

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jul 31, 2019 5:11 PM

Alan explains the importance of using exact numbers when sharing statistics to get your point across.

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Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God?

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jul 31, 2019 9:52 PM

Alan answers the question, “Do Muslims and Christians worship the same God?”

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Thoughts from Greg and Amy on Having Meaningful Spiritual Conversations

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Oct 2, 2019 6:11 PM

Starting a spiritual discussion with someone who disagrees with you can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some thoughts to help you get started and represent Christ well.

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Focus Your Conversations with Muslims on What Matters

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Oct 2, 2019 9:30 PM

Here are two important pieces of advice you need to hear for your conversations with Muslims.

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Focus on the Person Rather Than the Argument

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Oct 3, 2019 10:30 PM

Alan shares how best to use your time if you only have one hour to share the truth with someone.

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Upgrade Your Tactics with Knowledge

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Dec 4, 2019 12:27 AM

The more you can learn about a person’s religion, the more likely you’ll be able to leverage that knowledge to ask informed and powerful questions. Here’s how Alan applies that principle to...

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The Role of Hadith Literature in Islam

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Dec 4, 2019 1:37 AM

Alan explains hadith literature and its role as a source of authority in the lives of Muslims.

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Be Friends with People Who Disagree with You

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Dec 12, 2019 8:17 PM

Alan talks about Ellen DeGeneres’s statement about being friends with people she disagrees with, answers questions about evidence vs. Holy Spirit and submitting to authority, then talks to Scott...

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Interview: Tim Muehlhoff, Spiritual Warfare in Apologetics

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Dec 12, 2019 8:20 PM

Alan talks to Tim Muehlhoff, author of Defending Your Marriage: The Reality of Spiritual Battle, about spiritual warfare.

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Upgrade Your Tactics with Knowledge

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Jan 10, 2020 10:08 PM

The Columbo Tactic—asking question—is powerful. But what if you could amplify the impact you make with it? In this episode, Alan explains how to upgrade your approach to create even more powerful...

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Apologetics Is Simply a Means to This End

Web Content Article · By alan shlemon On Feb 26, 2020 7:22 PM

If you could move the conversation with your non-Christian friends in any direction, what would you talk about? Alan offers insight.

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Can We Trust the Text of the New Testament?

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Mar 2, 2020 5:26 PM

Ed Komoszewski of Parchment and Pen reviewed the recent Bart Ehrman/Dan Wallace debate ("Can we trust the text of the New Testament?"), offering these six points (abridged below) to summarize...

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Argument from Desire

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Mar 2, 2020 6:19 PM

Peter Kreeft explains how our innate, unmet desire for something beyond the "finite and partial" argues for the existence of God

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Materialism vs. Christianity on Justice

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Mar 21, 2020 12:17 AM

When evaluating worldviews, we need to consider which one takes seriously and accounts for all of the reality we experience.

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You’re Probably Doing It Wrong: Tips for Speaking to a Camera

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Mar 31, 2020 1:42 AM

As you become more dependent on video technology during this difficult time, here’s how you can better connect with the person on the other end of the video.

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Knowing Jesus Makes You a Better Thinker

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Apr 4, 2020 12:43 AM

If Christ is the foundation of all reality, if all things were made through Him, then to learn truly about Him is to align ourselves with reality.

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Get This Prayer App

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Apr 4, 2020 5:13 PM

I encourage you to read Tim Challies’s explanation of how he uses this prayer app and then get it for yourself.

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CrossExamined Instructor Academy 2017

Web Content Article · By amy k. hall On Apr 4, 2020 5:58 PM

If you're interested in becoming an apologetics speaker, consider attending CrossExamined Instructor Academy this year, where you'll learn from Greg Koukl, Brett Kunkle, and more.

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Atheist Completely Destroys Argument He Made Up

Web Content Article · By tim barnett On Apr 28, 2020 4:04 PM

Before you can refute an idea, you have to actually understand the idea. Otherwise, you end up defeating a defenseless imitation of an argument—a straw man—instead of the real thing.

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