Christian apologetics – L. J. Anderson

The Role of Philosophy in Theology

*This piece is part of an ongoing effort to think through theological questions in real time. It is not meant to be a polished or exhaustive argument, but a careful exploration of how Scripture, reason, and coherence interact on this issue.*

What role, if any, does philosophy have when it comes to studying God’s Word and doing theology?

This is an important question. Many Christians argue that philosophy has no place in theology at all and that doing philosophy is inherently problematic. I do not think that is true.

There is certainly a sense in which philosophy can be dangerous. But the issue is not whether philosophy is used. The issue is how it is used.

Did Paul Have a Memory Lapse in 1 Corinthians 1:15-16?

The Problem

Paul’s apparent forgetfulness in 1 Corinthians 1:15-16 produces distinct problems regarding one’s view of inspiration and the inerrancy of Scripture. If Paul forgot, and he is backtracking on what he said, then inerrancy almost certainly goes out the window. Is this a reasonable way to read what is going on in 1 Corinthians?

The Problem of Divine Timing in Creationism Debates

One of the most overlooked questions in the creation debate is also one of the most personal. It touches God’s character, his compassion, and his nearness to the world he made. The question is simple: How long has God allowed his creation to suffer without a clear, revealed word from him? This is what I call The Problem of Divine Timing. It is an argument for young earth creationism that is specifically against any form of old earth creationism. While it is not an argument that will convince a non-believer, I believe it is a strong argument that needs to be dealt with if one professes to be a Christian. Additionally, this is a slightly expanded form of the argument I gave in Contending for the Truth: A Biblical Look at Thirteen Contentious Doctrines.

Preorder Now: The Inerrancy of Scripture

Why This Foundational Doctrine Still Matters

Is the Bible truly without error? Or have modern thinkers simply lowered the bar for what they’re willing to believe?

I’m pleased to announce that my next short book, The Inerrancy of Scripture, is now available for preorder, with the official release set for July 1st. This is an expanded version of a chapter originally published in Contending for the Truth, now given the space and focus it deserves.

New Release: The Moral Argument

Why Universal Morals Still Matter in Apologetics

I’m excited to announce the release of a new short book from Lamad Press: The Moral Argument. This work is an expanded, standalone version of a chapter originally published in Contending for the Truth, but it quickly became clear that the argument needed to breathe on its own. Why? Because most Christians (and most search engines) aren’t looking for apologetics content buried in a book titled Contending for the Truth. They’re looking for answers to specific questions. And this book addresses one of the most common and neglected ones: Can morality point to God?

When Doctrine Gets Personal: Why I Wrote Contending for the Truth

Most Christians know what they believe, but far fewer know why they believe it. And fewer still have taken the time to compare the popular teachings in Christian culture with what the Bible actually says. That tension—between tradition and Scripture, assumption and truth—is where Contending for the Truth lives.

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