Unapologetic: A Guide for Defending Your Christian Convictions

by Brian Seagraves

Revised and Expanded Edition

Are you one of the many Christians who desire to be faithful to Christ when talking with friends, co-workers, or relatives? Do you ever wish you were more equipped to demonstrate that your belief in the Gospel is reasonable — that it’s not something we have to believe on blind faith? Written on a level that’s accessible for everyone, Unapologetic will equip you to make a persuasive case for God’s existence, the trustworthiness of the Bible, and the resurrection. After establishing how to defend the essential truths of Christianity, we will examine how these truths should be applied today in our context, at the intersection of faith and culture. We’ll also tackle topics like abortion, homosexuality, and tolerance.Unapologetic will give you confidence to engage in conversations with those God has placed in your path, so that you can be a faithful ambassador for the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Genres: Christian

188 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 25, 2015

Reviews

[Justin · Rating 3 out of 5]

There is a lot to like about this book. I could tell the author really cared about conveying some deep truths in a way that laypeople not familiar with apologetics could understand. I also really appreciated that the author devoted some chapters to cultural issues like tolerance, abortion, and homosexuality. Many leaders and good authors don't really show us how to navigate those issues. I think this book would be a great introduction to those new to apologetics or to those intimidated by it. The chapters are short. At the end of the book the writer encourages you not to stop with this book but to dive deeper and even offers some resources to further read. You can tell the author really wants people to have a deeper grasp on being able to answer for faith in Christ.

I didn't like the chapter on Genesis and the age of the earth. The chapter felt out of place, was heavily biased, and really not fair to the YEC perspective. If the issue had to be addressed he would've done better to briefly display both sides, maybe some evidences as to why and then explain how Christians of both viewpoints can unite.

All in all this is a good book, not a great book, but a good start into some important issues. It's short, the wording is simple to understand, and it encourages you to dive deeper. So if you're seeking answers or want to learn how to give answers for the faith this book could be an encouraging first start.

[Grace Boone · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is absolutely everything I could've ever wanted in a book like this. There's no cherry picking of topics, just consistent goodness all throughout. Now more than ever, there's enormous contention in our country, and while there's nothing new under the sun, there is no shortage of opportunities that Christians have at stake to witness the Gospel to the nonbelievers in our midst. This is straightforward, thoroughly valid, well thought out and constructed - it's a handbook for these "fill in the blank 101" discussions that as believers we are undoubtedly encountering (or we soon will, or should be!). Honestly going to keep this in my work bag/purse/backpack/car and just take it with me as much as I remember to.

Seagraves doesn't diminish the importance of each issue discussed with absent minded anecdotes - each and every example used is threaded perfectly into the greater good of each topic at hand. I really appreciated how nothing went sideways or tangential. In doing so, value was continually placed on what the book is truly meant for. 10/10.

[Hunter Leavine · Rating 5 out of 5]

In a world cluttered with big words, confusing ideas, and lots of hard to grasp arguments—this book is accessible and incredibly helpful. As a college director who works with hundreds of students, I have given out dozens of copies and recommended it more times than I can count. It focuses in key areas, is an enjoyable read, and will not cause chronic sleepiness as you read.