The Apologist‘s Bookshelf

Welcome to The Apologist’s Bookshelf, a podcast dedicated to exploring the best books in Christian apologetics. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith—whether you’re a believer seeking to deepen your understanding, or a skeptic exploring the truth claims of Christianity.Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, the reliability of the Bible, creation and design in the universe, and how to engage unbelievers with wisdom and grace. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you.If you’re interested in faith and reason, defending the Christian worldview, or simply love diving into thought-provoking Christian books, this podcast is for you.

The Apologist‘s Bookshelf is a religion podcast hosted by Gary Zacharias, with 523 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Gary Zacharias hosts The Apologist‘s Bookshelf, a religion show with 523 episodes published.

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  Episode #530

  The Case for Christ | The Apologist's Bookshelf

  Sep 4, 202622 min

  In the third chapter of this classic apologetics book, Lee Strobel examines documentary evidence to see if the biographies of Jesus were reliably preserved. Book: The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: theapologistsbookshelf@gmail.com

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  Episode #529

  Biblical Wisdom | The Apologist's Bookshelf

  Sep 2, 202620 min

  Daniel Darling has a new book on a topic we all need to work on--how to develop wisdom for the issues of today. This podcast covers his intro and opening chapter that deals with abortion. Book: Biblical Wisdom by Daniel Darling Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: theapologistsbookshelf@gmail.com

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  Episode #528

  Apatheism | The Apologist's Bookshelf

  Aug 29, 202624 min

  Kyle Beshears has written a book to help Christians deal with people who are apathetic about religion. In chapter 3 he tells how apatheism affects people both intellectually and emotionally. Book: Apatheism by Kyle Beshears Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: theapologistsbookshelf@gmail.com

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  Episode #527

  Faithfully Different | The Apologist's Bookshelf

  Aug 28, 202619 min

  In chapter 2 Natasha Crain points out that Christians are not surrounded by a neutral society that leaves everyone to their own. Instead, we are surrounded by secularism, which is a worldview hostile to Christianity. Book: Faithfully Different by Natasha Crain Purchase book here NOTE—If you wish to listen to previous podcasts that cover different parts of this book, go to podbean and look at the five choices listed right above the podcasts (Home, Subscribe, Profile, Connect, and the search icon). Click on the search icon and type in the name of the book. I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: theapologistsbookshelf@gmail.com

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  Episode #526

  Capitalism Versus Socialism | The Apologist's Bookshelf

  Aug 26, 202619 min

  This booklet is part of a series put out by Ratio Christi, an organization that sets up apologetics clubs at colleges and universities. This podcast discusses ways to classify alternative economic systems and then covers what the Bible says about economics. Book: Capitalism Versus Socialism by Thomas Simpson, PhD Purchase book here I’m Gary Zacharias, a professor of English, avid reader, and passionate follower of Jesus Christ. This podcast is for anyone curious about the intellectual foundation of the Christian faith. Each episode, I feature a key book on topics like the existence of God, the historical evidence for Jesus, science and Christianity, or the reliability of the Bible. These are the books that have earned a permanent place on my apologetics bookshelf—and I want to share them with you. Contact me: theapologistsbookshelf@gmail.com

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