The Think Institute | How to Debate an Atheist as a Christian with Eli Ayala @TheThinkInstitute | Uploaded August 2024 | Updated October 2024, 12 hours ago.
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Mastering Apologetics: Equip Yourself for Confident and Respectful Debates with Atheists

Join Joel Settecase and guest Eli Ayala in exploring Christian apologetics and robust debate techniques.

Learn practical strategies for debating atheists, balancing Christian content with opposing viewpoints, and maintaining spiritual and intellectual readiness.

This episode emphasizes the importance of calm, respectful communication, logic, and spiritual disciplines such as prayer and scripture reading.

Discover how to prepare for debates, role-playing objections, and addressing common misconceptions in atheist arguments. Perfect for anyone interested in theology, presuppositional apologetics, and defending the Gospel effectively.

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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
02:12 Guest Introduction: Eli Ayala
03:41 Rocky Movies and Personal Anecdotes
06:20 Debate Preparation Strategies
12:18 Handling Unexpected Arguments
12:43 Maintaining Composure During Debates
20:52 Worldview Foundations in Debates
43:53 Epistemic Challenges in Worldview Analysis
45:34 The Role of Presuppositions in Reasoning
46:45 Debate Strategies and Body Language
53:58 Engaging in Informal Religious Discussions
01:03:49 Preparing for a Formal Debate
01:12:43 Addressing Atheistic Arguments and Presuppositions
01:20:07 Final Thoughts and Call to Action