<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode Jordan and Hunter talk with Michael McEwen about his book on the pastor as apologist. They discuss the distinction between apologetics and evangelism, the role of preaching in apologetics, and the importance of addressing cultural narratives. The conversation also delves into the practical applications of apologetics in ministry, the significance of liturgy, and the internal value of apologetics for believers. Additionally, they examine Nietzsche&amp;#39;s critiques of Christianity and his lasting influence on modern thought.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Resources:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;1) &lt;a href="https://amzn.to/4iShUkE" rel="nofollow"&gt;The Pastor as Apologist&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Chapters&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:04 Understanding the Role of the Pastor-Apologist&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;04:32 Distinguishing Apologetics from Evangelism&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;07:37 The Concept of the Pastor-Apologist&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;11:08 Incorporating Apologetics into Preaching&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;14:48 Expanding Apologetics Beyond Creation vs. Evolution&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;18:32 Liturgical Apologetics and Worship&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;22:37 The Value of Apologetics for Believers&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;25:43 Engaging with Nietzsche&amp;#39;s Philosophy&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;28:27 Nietzsche&amp;#39;s Critique of Christianity&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;33:56 Countering Nietzsche&amp;#39;s Critiques Today&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Support this podcast at — &lt;a rel='payment' href='https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-content'&gt;https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-content&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Advertising Inquiries: &lt;a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'&gt;https://redcircle.com/brands&lt;/a&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Privacy &amp; Opt-Out: &lt;a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'&gt;https://redcircle.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt;</description>

The London Lyceum

Jordan Steffaniak

The Pastor as Apologist with Michael McEwen

APR 9, 202541 MIN
The London Lyceum

The Pastor as Apologist with Michael McEwen

APR 9, 202541 MIN

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In this episode Jordan and Hunter talk with Michael McEwen about his book on the pastor as apologist. They discuss the distinction between apologetics and evangelism, the role of preaching in apologetics, and the importance of addressing cultural narratives. The conversation also delves into the practical applications of apologetics in ministry, the significance of liturgy, and the internal value of apologetics for believers. Additionally, they examine Nietzsche's critiques of Christianity and his lasting influence on modern thought.Resources:1) The Pastor as ApologistChapters00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast02:04 Understanding the Role of the Pastor-Apologist04:32 Distinguishing Apologetics from Evangelism07:37 The Concept of the Pastor-Apologist11:08 Incorporating Apologetics into Preaching14:48 Expanding Apologetics Beyond Creation vs. Evolution18:32 Liturgical Apologetics and Worship22:37 The Value of Apologetics for Believers25:43 Engaging with Nietzsche's Philosophy28:27 Nietzsche's Critique of Christianity33:56 Countering Nietzsche's Critiques TodaySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy