Live Class: Christian Apologetics: Refuting Atheism and Evolution
Explore what it means to really learn, live, and defend the Christian faith in Apologia’s Live Class: Christian Apologetics: Refuting Atheism and Evolution, led by Larry Blythe, M.A. Apologetics, Theology, Philosophy, Pastoral Theology. This course is designed to help students follow the biblical exhortation: “See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit, according to human tradition, according to the elemental spirits of the world, and not according to Christ” (Colossians 2:8).
Course Description and Objectives
In Apologia’s Live Christian Apologetics: Refuting Atheism and Evolution class, students will learn how to defend their faith against disinformation in our culture. They will examine evidence supporting the central truths of Christianity, including the existence of God, the deity and resurrection of Christ, and the authority and truth of the Bible.
Regarding course structure and level:
- Grade Levels: 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th Grade, 10th Grade, 11th Grade, 12th Grade.
- Subject: Worldview, High School Elective.
- Course Credit: One High School Elective Credit.
Instructor: Larry Blythe
Larry Blythe is an accomplished educator and communicator with more than 45 years of experience in Christian education, pastoral ministry, and apologetics. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Theology from Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College and a Master of Arts in Apologetics, Theology, and Philosophy from Southern Evangelical Seminary. Larry also served as a contributing editor of the Baker Encyclopedia of Christian Apologetics.
Course Topics and Curriculum
The curriculum is divided into two semesters, each focusing on specific foundational questions:
| Semester | Topics of Contemplation |
|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Students contemplate questions like “What is truth?” “Does God exist?” “Are miracles possible?” and “Is the New Testament true?” |
| Semester 2 | Students contemplate questions like “Does Genesis matter?” “Is evolution a good theory?” “Is there global evidence of Creation and the flood?” and “Does the universe prove or disprove a timeless, spaceless, immaterial being?” |
Required Class Materials
To support their learning, students will utilize the following resources during the academic year:
Semester 1
- Geisler, Norman L., and Turek, Frank. I Don’t Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist.
- Turek, Frank, and Winter, Chuck. I Don’t Have Enough Faith To Be An Atheist, Workbook.
- Kumar, Dr. Steve, and Sarfati, Dr. Jonathan. Christianity for Skeptics.
- Walker, Andrew T. God and the Transgender Debate: What Does the Bible Actually Say about Gender Identity?
- Branch, J. Alan. Affirming God’s Image: Addressing the Transgender Question with Science and Scripture.
Semester 2
- Catchpoole, David, Sarfati, Jonathan, Wieland, Carl, and Batten, Don. The Creation Answers Book.
- Chaffey, Tim, and Lisle, Jason. Old Earth Creationism on Trial: The Verdict Is In.
- Biddle, Dr. Daniel A. Debunking Evolution: What Every Christian Student Should Know (Textbook, DVD, Student Guide).
- Gallop, Dr. Roger G. evolution – The Greatest Deception in Modern History, 2nd Ed. (Scientific Evidence for Divine Creation – Creation vs Evolution).
Class Accessibility and International Participation
All classes are video recorded and available for students to watch later so they don’t miss any instruction. We welcome international students from across the world. Please note that all classes are taught in the Eastern time zone.