Instructions for Lesson 5
In this lesson, we begin the second part of the course, focusing on apologetics. Now we learn to defend the Christian faith. First, we address the question of why we need apologetics, then we begin a study of the uncertainty found in non-Christian thought, looking at the ancient Greek philosophers. This helps us understand people today who also struggle with uncertainty, and it shows the contrast with our certainty in trusting God and His Word.
Assignments
1. Watch Video G: “How Do I Do Apologetics?”, John Frame (3 mins).
2. Obtain the main text for weeks 5-8 of the course, The Certainty of the Faith (Download from the folder of "Resources to Download".)
3. Download also the study guide for The Certainty of the Faith (See the folder of "Resources to Download").
4. Read the preface and chapter 1 of The Certainty of the Faith and answer the review questions and reflection questions in the study guide.
5. Take Quiz 9 on the first chapter.
NOTE: The quizzes can be taken twice, and the official grade will be the average of the two attempts.
6. Read chapter 2 of The Certainty of the Faith and answer the review questions and reflection questions in the study guide.
7. Take Quiz 10 on the second chapter.
8. Participate in the Student Forum.
9. Do Spiritual Formation Exercise #3 and submit your reflections.