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Join Adrian Despres as he shares some key apologetic tools he uses to reach the world with the good news of Jesus.

Episodes

  1. 08/07/2025

    Part 1 - What Is Apologetics?

    Before diving into defending the faith, Adrian Despres takes a moment to set the tone—with humor, honesty, and a little challenge for the married men in the room.In this energetic and personal introduction, Adrian shares about his wife, engages the crowd, and lays the foundation for what’s coming: a powerful series on apologetics. He reminds us that apologetics comes from the word apologia—to give a defense. And he's here to teach you how to do it well.🎯 “I’m going to teach you how to defend the faith—with clarity, with courage, and with conviction.”🔥 If you’re ready to grow in your confidence to talk about Jesus—this is where it all begins.

    3 min

  2. 08/07/2025

    Part 2 - Is Fear Our Ally?

    Afraid to share your faith? You're not alone—and that’s actually a good thing.In this convicting and freeing message, Adrian Despres reminds us that fear isn’t the real problem—shame is. Fear can drive us to lean on God, to prepare, and to act with boldness. But shame? Shame silences the gospel. Shame keeps us obeying people instead of God.📖 “Fear is our ally. Shame is our enemy.”🔥 The gospel is dynamite—you just light the fuse and trust God with the rest.This is the wake-up call and encouragement every believer needs.

    3 min

  3. 08/07/2025

    Part 3: What Are The Two Types Of Skeptics?

    Not all skeptics are the same. Some genuinely want answers. Others just want to argue.In this bold and unforgettable story, Adrian Despres breaks down the two types of skeptics—and how to tell the difference. He recounts a moment at a massive youth conference where one "atheist" teen challenged everything… until one simple question changed the conversation—and his life.🔥 “If someone won’t admit a pencil is a pencil, I can’t help them.”✍️ Learn how to discern when someone is ready for the truth—and how to share it with clarity and boldness.

    2 min

  4. 08/07/2025

    Part 4 - What Is The Goal Of Apologetics?

    What if apologetics is more than just defending the faith? What if it’s about breaking down barriers that keep people from receiving the gospel?In this unforgettable message, Adrian Despres compares apologetics to setting explosives at a dam—removing the intellectual blockages that keep the Holy Spirit from flowing freely. Through stories, scripture, and sharp insight, Adrian equips you to handle tough questions and points to the real goal: salvation.📌 “The Holy Spirit saves—but we help break the dam.”🎯 Learn to answer the questions that matter and clear the way for truth to move.

    3 min

  5. 08/07/2025

    Part 5 - What Is The Circle Of Reason?

    Can reason really lead someone to Jesus? Adrian Despres says YES—and he proves it with one of the most effective tools he’s ever used: the Circle of Reason.In this story-packed teaching, Adrian shares how a conversation with a Defense Department official turned into a gospel encounter—all because he knew how to walk through tough questions with clarity. Starting with the existence of God and building toward Jesus and Scripture, this diagram has helped lead countless skeptics to Christ.✍️ “Each point proves the next. And once you’re in... the whole thing comes alive.”📌 Learn how to use the Circle of Reason to break through doubt and lead others toward truth.

    4 min

  6. 08/07/2025

    Part 6 - Does God Exist?

    Is there evidence for the existence of God? Or are Christians just taking a blind leap of faith?In this powerful and practical message, Adrian Despres walks through how to use logic, reason, and the laws of science to demonstrate that belief in God is not only reasonable—it’s inescapable. Through real conversations with skeptics and agnostics, Adrian models how to make the case for God in a way that’s clear, confident, and compassionate.🧠 “Once you believe that God exists… everything else starts to make sense.”If you’ve ever wrestled with how to talk about the existence of God with a skeptic—this video is for you.

    8 min

  7. 08/07/2025

    Part 7 - What Is Irreducible Complexity?

    What if you could support the truth of God’s design of creation using just two words?Adrian Despres brings the heat in this unforgettable message on irreducible complexity—a concept that challenges the very foundation of Darwinian evolution. With humor, clarity, and unshakable conviction, Adrian walks through simple illustrations (like mousetraps and iPods) to show that certain systems can't function unless all their parts are present… which screams design.🧬 “If you reduce it—it doesn’t work. That’s design, not chance.”From cells to DNA to the design of the universe, Adrian shows why science and faith don’t clash—they confirm each other. And yes, someone gives their life to Christ by the end.

    9 min

  8. 08/07/2025

    Part 8 - Proof Of The Resurrection

    How do you prove a miracle—especially the resurrection of Jesus Christ?In this gripping message, Adrian Despres walks through two methods for proving truth: the scientific method and legal-historical testimony. Using the same legal reasoning that convinced skeptics like Simon Greenleaf, Josh McDowell, and Lee Strobel, Adrian makes a compelling case for the resurrection as the most provable miracle in history.🔥 “All they had to do was say, ‘We made it up.’ But they died saying, ‘We saw Him.’”With humor, depth, and powerful examples, Adrian shows that faith in the resurrection isn’t blind—it’s built on evidence.

    8 min

  9. 08/07/2025

    Part 9 - What Is The 'One Brilliant Book'?

    Is the Bible reliable—or just a religious myth? Adrian Despres closes out this apologetics series with a powerful case for why the Bible is the most brilliant, historically supported book in human history.From archaeological discoveries to manuscript evidence, Adrian shares incredible details that confirm Scripture’s accuracy—like finding anchors from Acts 27 at the exact depth Scripture describes, and ancient manuscripts that match nearly word-for-word across centuries.📖 “Over 26,000 manuscripts confirm the New Testament. The next best book? Just 600.”🔥 It’s not just faith. It’s fact-supported faith.

    4 min

  10. 08/07/2025

    Part 10 - What Do I Do With The Truth?

    What do you do when you finally KNOW the truth? You tell someone.In the final message of this powerful apologetics series, Adrian Despres shares real stories, hard questions, and a bold call to action. From skeptical students to Bible college debates, he shows how truth isn’t just something to believe—it’s something to live and share.📌 “Imagine having the cure for cancer… and keeping it to yourself.”This talk is raw, real, and straight to the heart. Whether you’re confident or introverted, Adrian reminds us that every believer is called to share the truth—not just the evangelists.

    9 min
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