Evidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World

by Josh McDowell

When I share Christ with someone who has honest doubts, I always seek first to listen. I want to hear that person’s story and only then offer information to answer his or her questions. Then I turn the conversation back to the person’s relationship with Christ. The presentation of evidence (apologetics) should never be used as a substitute for sharing the Word of God.

Religion is humans trying to work their way to God through good works. Christianity is God coming to men and women through Jesus Christ.

The Christian faith is an objective faith; therefore, it must have an object that is worthy of faith. Salvation comes not from the strength of our beliefs, but from the object of our beliefs. Yes, salvation comes through faith (Eph. 2:8, 9; John 6:29), but the merit of faith depends upon the object believed (not the faith itself).

Many discount the Christian message not because they have examined the evidence and found it wanting, but because they are personally disappointed with Christians and churches.