Evidence That Demands a Verdict Bible Study Guide
Jesus and the Gospels
- Apologetics
- Bible Studies & Devotionals
- Publisher: HarperChristian Resources
- Published: 2019
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Publisher's Description
Equip yourself to present and defend the claims of the Christian faith and the truths of the Bible. For more than forty years, Evidence That Demands a Verdict has convinced skeptics of the Bible's reliability, helped believers articulate their faith, and given them the vital facts they need to defend God's Word and lead others to faith in Jesus. In this video Bible study (DVD/video streaming sold separately), based on the completely updated and expanded apologetics classic, Josh McDowell and his son, Sean, focus on Jesus and the Gospels. Learn how the books of the New Testament came into being and why you can be sure they are historically reliable. Examine why the claims Jesus made about himself are true, how he fulfilled Old Testament prophecies about himself, and how we can know the resurrection took place. This study is for anyone who has ever been stumped by arguments against Christianity or the Bible—or has wondered for themselves if the Bible's depiction of Jesus is true and not just a made-up fairytale. The Evidence That Demands a Verdict Study Guide includes: Video notes. Discussion questions for groups and individuals. Between-session exercises for personal application. Sessions include: Why Is Evidence Important for Faith? Is There Such a Thing as Truth? Is the New Testament Reliable? Did Jesus Actually Rise from the Dead? Did Jesus Claim to Be God? How Do We Know the Bible is Accurate? Designed for use with Evidence That Demands a Verdict Video Study (9780310096740), sold separately.
Endorsements (19)
“Here’s a treasure trove of apologetic gems! This is an indispensable book that all Christians should keep within reach. Countless people benefited from the original version, but this updated and expanded edition makes this volume even more valuable and timely. Thank you, Josh and Sean—this classic resource has my very highest recommendation!”
“This book changed my life. It showed me the staggering welter of evidence for the historicity of the Bible—and convinced me that having faith in the biblical God is infinitely more rational than not having such faith. Any agnostic or atheist reluctant to become a Christian must take every precaution available to avoid this book.”
“In 1972, shortly after the accident in which I became paralyzed, I picked up a book that helped solidify my belief in God and faith in Christ. Still struggling to accept my wheelchair, I needed rock-solid evidence that there was a personal God who genuinely cared about my plight. Evidence That Demands a Verdict was that remarkable book, and I'm so happy that this timeless classic is now updated and being released to a whole new generation of readers! Can’t recommend it enough!”
“It is not without reason that Evidence That Demands a Verdict has stood the test of time with readers around the world for nearly four decades. Josh McDowell has not only been a pioneer in the field of apologetics and worldviews but a friend and encourager to many, including me. I am thrilled that he has partnered with his son, Sean, to update his classic book and know it will challenge and inspire you.”
“Significant. Timely. Life-Changing. For decades, Evidence That Demands a Verdict has met believers, seekers, and skeptics at the intersection of faith and fact, laying a foundation of unshakeable, time-proven truth for us to stand on through ages of skepticism, mysticism, and so-called tolerance. I am thrilled for the updated and expanded edition of this landmark resource to reach the hearts and minds of a rising generation, and I trust it will have the same impact in their lives as it did in mine. I’m grateful for Josh and Sean McDowell’s relentless passion to equip and empower God’s people to confidently and boldly stand for truth. You’ll want to keep this book close at hand!”
“With over one million people impacted by this practical resource we are thrilled to see it's been updated and ready for the next million! Our hearts are united with the McDowells and their passion to see truth understood and embraced by a culture that desperately needs God’s Word in their lives! May our Lord use this tool to shape his people into our Savior’s image! Sanctify us in your truth O Lord! KAY ARTHUR AND DAVID ARTHUR, founder and CEO/president of Precept Ministries International When I was a college student full of questions about the authenticity of my faith, I used Evidence That Demands a Verdict as my go-to reference book. I’m grateful to Josh and Sean for this updated release for my two sons.”
“Josh McDowell's Evidence That Demands a Verdict is now a classic of apologetics, having served to spur a renaissance of historical Christian evidences in our day. It is therefore a welcome development that this classic has now been updated in light of the recent and significant advances in biblical studies and particularly in historical Jesus studies.”
“When I was in college and needed material to discuss with skeptical friends, Evidence That Demands a Verdict was a key resource for me. Now it is updated and an even better repository for discussion. It remains a valuable collection of information on issues people raise to challenge the faith that not only gives the key data points but allows you to track the conversation in key resources—a real treasure.”
“My friend Josh McDowell and his son Sean have given us an updated and relevant twenty-first-century tool to encourage faith and trust in the reliability of Scripture. For those who want to understand how to defend the veracity of the Christian faith, Evidence That Demands a Verdict is the book for you.”
Dr. Tony Evans
“When I was searching for answers to my doubt, Evidence That Demands a Verdict helped to keep my eyes, heart, and mind open to the truth. This new edition not only revisits the arguments from the original work, but considerably strengthens those arguments with up-to-date research from top biblical scholars. This new work is an apologetics multivitamin for the person seeking a healthy diet of truth. I was so excited to see the legacy of Josh McDowell’s ministry carrying on through his son, Sean. The excellence in argumentation with the father-son author combination makes this book a true one-of-a-kind!”
“As I think about how to help students and young adults thrive in a culture that is hostile to Christian thought, I'm most concerned about helping them access not just the best information, but the best relationships and mentorships. As your imagination is captivated by what the next decade of disciplemaking will look like, imagine the combination of the revised version of Evidence That Demands a Verdict combined with the power of your relationship and influence in the lives of the young people you disciple. You will be the catalyst that influences the hearts of these young life, and this remarkable resource will guide your conversation as you help shape the minds of a new generation of disciples.”
“Scholars, students, and the general public will benefit greatly from this new and greatly expanded edition of Evidence That Demands a Verdict. One of the things I like about it is how clearly all of the relevant topics are laid out. The problems, the challenges, and grounds for skepticism are clearly and fairly expressed—there are no straw men. Josh and Sean McDowell do not dodge the issues; they tackle them head on and do so in an informed and compelling manner. Evidence That Demands a Verdict will serve well another generation.”
“Josh McDowell was one of the first guests to feature on my radio debate show Unbelievable? and Sean has been one of the most recent. I've been hugely impressed by both generations of Christian thinkers. In this new edition of Evidence That Demands A Verdict, their combined knowledge, integrity and passion for sharing the gospel has produced something truly special. Evidence was the book that first brought evidential apologetics to a popular audience. This updated edition, comprehensive in scope and yet immensely readable, will powerfully present the latest evidence to a new generation with a new set of questions. This book remains an essential resource for every thinking Christian who wants to give a reason for the hope that they have.”
“Josh McDowell has been a heroic voice of reasonable faith for a generation. He and his son Sean now team up to answer the skeptics and cynics of today with a reason to believe.”
Pastor. Jacob Aranza
“I was one of countless thousands of students who benefited greatly from the original Evidence That Demands a Verdict. As a college student in the 1980s, I experienced the scholarly attacks on the trustworthiness of Scripture first hand. At the time, it wasn’t easy to find arguments from scholars defending the reliability of the Bible in a way that responded to serious academic attacks. The book introduced me to those scholars and convinced me that the death of God had been greatly exaggerated! That’s why I'm delighted that Josh and Sean McDowell have teamed up to write this new edition of Evidence for a new generation. The attacks on Christianity have gotten even more intense, but Josh and Sean more than meet the attacks. They show that you don't have to choose between faith and reason. I'm confident that their book will not only help Christians fortify their own faith, but will bring many skeptics to faith in Christ.”
“That Demands a Verdict, and honored to endorse this powerful book. Though hard to believe, this version is even better than the original and I know something about the original, because it was one of the most important books in my life—it was instrumental in my spiritual journey from skeptic to believer. Josh and Sean McDowell approach apologetics comprehensively and boldly, taking on every imaginable challenge to Christianity’s truth claims, and answering every one of them thoroughly and convincingly. This father and son team represents the very best of Christian family love, and this extraordinarily important book is a glorious outworking of that love for unbelievers—because it will remove their obstacles to belief—and for believers—because it will reinforce and reinvigorate their faith like few other books on the market. God bless both Josh and Sean for this marvelous and obedient work of evangelism!”
“I have watched for years as Christian colleges have essentially failed to teach the next generation how to defend a Biblical worldview and the orthodoxy of our faith. I am determined to not let this happen at any university under my charge. This is why we’ve established the Josh McDowell Institute for Christian Thought and Apologetics at Oklahoma Wesleyan University. I simply will not let my students graduate without being confronted with the Evidence That Demands a Verdict. I pray that all other Christian scholars and leaders would do no less.”
“to know whether there truly is enough evidence to show that the Christian message is true. As its title suggests, it presents a case to that end, which must be considered carefully by anyone who is truly seeking an answer to the ultimate question of worldviews.”
“This book is dedicated to the scholars who compiled the initial research that challenged my father to consider the claims of Christ. My personal thanks to John Warwick Montgomery, Wilbur M. Smith, George Eldon Ladd, Norman Geisler, Bernard Ramm, Carl Henry, F. F. Bruce, and many more. Your efforts have echoed into my life, the life of my family, and many others yet to come.”
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