The current moral decline and theological compromise among Christians is no longer concerning – it’s alarming. We see division and false teaching, even in the Church itself. What can those who care do? In this program, Chip explains how can we stand for biblical truth and winsomely communicate, even regarding controversial issues, with love and integrity - just like Jesus did.

• Yesterday: Apologetics were about what we believe and why. And it was aimed at answering the skeptic’s questions.
• Today: We need to aim apologetics first and foremost toward believers, especially young people.
• Yesterday: We needed to master facts, data, and history to intellectually prove what we believe is true.
• Today: We need to model a concerned and compassionate life-style that proves that what we believe is actually relevant.
• Yesterday: We needed to win the debate.
• Today: We need to win an audience.
• Yesterday: We communicated on a level playing field that presumed TRUTH was an objective reality.
• Today: We communicate on the shifting sands of TRUTH as a subjective reality.
• Yesterday: The Church and the culture shared a general knowledge of the Bible.
• Today: Both the Church and the world are biblically illiterate.
• Yesterday: Committed Christian men or women were admired.
• Today: Committed Christian men or women have been called “dangerous”.
• Yesterday: We could begin with the truth and then express grace.
• Today: We must begin with grace in order to share the truth.
• Yesterday: The moral climate and the values of major institutions like education, medicine, and the media reinforced our values.
• Today: The moral climate of major institutions challenge and ridicule our our faith.

• The early Church had a living hope. --1 Peter 1:1-3
• They believed they had an inheritance. --1 Peter 1:4, 6
• We need to be sober in our thinking. --1 Peter 1:13-15
• We need to have a faith that is rooted in eternity that leads to living a holy life, which leads to a fervent love for others. --1 Peter 1:22-23
• Get rid of all hypocrisy, get rid of anger, and stop blaming. --1 Peter 2:1-2
• Have lips of praise and encouragement. --1 Peter 2:20-24
• The number one apologetic is your life. It’s a holy life, with an eternal perspective, that’s radically loving. --1 Peter 3:8-9

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Are you concerned about your kids and grandkids as the world becomes increasingly hostile to Christianity? Did you know a high percentage of youth who grow up in the Church are leaving the faith after high school? And do you increasingly wonder: What do we do? In this program, Chip brings real hope and real answers for anyone concerned about these disturbing trends.

• Yesterday: Apologetics were about what we believe and why. And it was aimed at answering the skeptic’s questions.
• Today: We need to aim apologetics first and foremost toward believers, especially young people.
• Yesterday: We needed to master facts, data, and history to intellectually prove what we believe is true.
• Today: We need to model a concerned and compassionate life-style that proves that what we believe is actually relevant.
• Yesterday: We needed to win the debate.
• Today: We need to win an audience.
• Yesterday: We communicated on a level playing field that presumed TRUTH was an objective reality.
• Today: We communicate on the shifting sands of TRUTH as a subjective reality.
• Yesterday: The Church and the culture shared a general knowledge of the Bible.
• Today: Both the Church and the world are biblically illiterate.
• Yesterday: Committed Christian men or women were admired.
• Today: Committed Christian men or women have been called “dangerous”.
• Yesterday: We could begin with the truth and then express grace.
• Today: We must begin with grace in order to share the truth.
• Yesterday: The moral climate and the values of major institutions like education, medicine, and the media reinforced our values.
• Today: The moral climate of major institutions challenge and ridicule our our faith.

• The early Church had a living hope. --1 Peter 1:1-3
• They believed they had an inheritance. --1 Peter 1:4, 6
• We need to be sober in our thinking. --1 Peter 1:13-15
• We need to have a faith that is rooted in eternity that leads to living a holy life, which leads to a fervent love for others. --1 Peter 1:22-23
• Get rid of all hypocrisy, get rid of anger, and stop blaming. --1 Peter 2:1-2
• Have lips of praise and encouragement. --1 Peter 2:20-24
• The number one apologetic is your life. It’s a holy life, with an eternal perspective, that’s radically loving. --1 Peter 3:8-9

• Download Free MP3
• Message Notes
• Resource Page

• Why I Believe & Jesus Skeptic Book Bundle

Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.

Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus.

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What would you say to a young person who has embraced the current worldview or had a bad church experience and now doesn’t believe in Jesus anymore? Chip will unpack this growing problem through the conclusion of his conversation with author and pastor John Dickerson. The two will encourage anxious parents and offer practical guidance to come alongside today's youth with uncompromising truth and radical love.

• Many young people, even from strong Christian backgrounds, are questioning their beliefs.
• This trend is occurring at increasingly younger ages.

• Parents and leaders must provide a non-judgmental environment for open dialogue.
• Listening and asking questions are vital to understanding the root causes of doubt.
• Empathy and understanding are more effective than immediate answers.

• Both intellectual and emotional challenges need to be addressed.
• Providing historical and philosophical context is essential.
• Acknowledging the negative aspects of Christian history while highlighting the positive impact of Christianity.

• Strong, supportive relationships are crucial for maintaining faith.
• Young people need close friends who share their values.
• Building relationships with those outside the Christian community is important.

• Encourage open conversations and probing questions.
• Pray for God to bring supportive relationships.
• Model authentic faith.
• Address hypocracy in the church.
• Be willing to apologize for personal failures in modeling faith.
• Mentoring is important.
• Partnering with good college ministries is important.

• A vibrant faith modeled by parents has a strong influence.
• Admitting past failures and seeking forgiveness can open doors.

• Persistent prayer and support are essential for those struggling with doubts.
• God can use these challenges to strengthen faith.
• Parents and church leaders must actively engage in the lives of young people.

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Chip Ingram’s passion is helping Christians really live like Christians. As a pastor, author, and teacher for more than three decades, Chip has helped believers around the world move from spiritual spectators to healthy, authentic disciples of Jesus by living out God’s truth in their lives and relationships in transformational ways.

John Dickerson is a prize-winning research journalist, a seminary-trained pastor, and a frequent commentator in national news outlets such as USA Today. Dickerson is the author of Hope of Nations, Jesus Skeptic and serves as the lead pastor of Connection Pointe Christian Church in the Indianapolis metro area.

Living on the Edge exists to help Christians live like Christians. Established in 1995 as the radio ministry of pastor and author Chip Ingram, God has since grown it into a global discipleship ministry. Living on the Edge provides Biblical teaching and discipleship resources that challenge and equip spiritually hungry Christians all over the world to become mature disciples of Jesus.

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