Pulpit Apologetics: A Christ-Centered Apologetic for Gospel Proclamation

“I’ve taught both the theory and the practice of Christian apologetics for two decades. One common question I receive from students is, “How can I use apologetics in my preaching ministry?” I fear that I have never given a fully satisfactory answer to that question, but now I have a simple one: just read Rob Edwards’ book Pulpit Apologetics! Dr. Edwards has given this question more careful thought than anyone else I know. His book makes a persuasive case for the necessity of apologetics in preaching and provides helpful how-to guidance. It is brimming with insightful theological application and practical wisdom.”

“Never since the early Christian apologists has it been more needful to weave the defense of the faith into our preaching. Even the faithful need to be persuaded of the goodness, truth, and beauty of Bible’s message, especially as it points us to the risen Christ. This book is a timely remedy to the lack of apologetics in contemporary preaching.”

“It might be thought that all has been said and done on the subject of Cornelius Van Til. That simply is not true. One area still not thoroughly developed is Van Til’s approach to preaching. Some has been done, but the pages by Rob Edwards are the “pièce de résistance.” Van Til is indeed the main focus here, but even without that they would contain extremely valuable insights on all preaching. This is indispensable reading for anyone in our times wishing to be more biblically faithful to this fine art.”