The Biblical Roots Podcast
This is a Bible-based, Christ-focused theology and apologetics podcast hosted by Professor R. L. Solberg. We talk theology and apologetics, test the claims of questionable teachers, and offer a range of Bible teachings, including verse-by-verse Bible studies.
The Biblical Roots Ministries is all about helping believers stay grounded in the truth of Scripture. Founded by Professor R. L. Solberg, our Christ-centered ministry is dedicated to creating faithful, Bible-based content that deepens your understanding of God’s Word and equips you to discern false teachings. We do this in two ways:
1. Dismantling false teachings – We take a systematic approach to breaking down ideas that challenge the sufficiency of Christ (2 Cor. 10:5), clearing away myths and misconceptions so believers can stand firm in the truth.
2. Building biblical literacy – Through Bible studies and teachings on biblical theology, interpretation (hermeneutics), and Bible history, we help believers dive deeper into Scripture and better understand it in its proper context.
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The Biblical Roots Podcast
Apologetics & Evangelism: A Chat with Andy Bannister
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Meet Dr. Andy Bannister, a deep-thinking and often humorous author, speaker, and apologist from the UK. He joins us to talk about apologetics, evangelism, and his new book: "How to Talk about Jesus without Looking like an Idiot: A Panic-Free Guide to Having Natural Conversations about Your Faith."
Andy is the Director of Solas CPC, an evangelism and training organisation based in Scotland (but covering the whole of the UK). He holds a PhD in Islamic studies and has taught extensively at universities across Canada, the USA, the UK and further afield on both Islam and philosophy.
Andy's Links
How to Talk about Jesus without Looking like an Idiot (New Book)
Solas Centre for Public Christianity
Defending the Biblical Roots of Christianity
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Prof. Solberg's Blog
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:05 Meet Andy Bannister
05:56 State of UK faith culture
07:30 Beliefs of the younger generation: Sexual Ethics
14:22 The Holy Spirit, Prayer & Apologetics
19:45 The title and purpose of the book
23:57 What has surprised readers?
27:36 The teaching style of Jesus
31:04 The task of apologists
33:22 The power of story
35:17 Our character matters
37:34 How to share your faith
42:45 Talking with those of other beliefs
53:37 Diversity in apologetics
57:50 What does the book offer to the reader?
