“Is the Bible true? Is there a God? How do you know? What proof do you have that Jesus actually rose from the dead? Why does the resurrection even matter?”
These questions can be scary if you’re not ready for them. Have you ever been afraid to share your faith with non-Christians because you don’t think you will have the right answers? How should you respond if someone asks a question that you don’t have an answer for? What should you do when the conversation goes to a topic you didn’t expect?
First of all, remember that God is sovereign. He knew you’d be in that conversation long before you started talking! He will be with you and help you. Second, be humble and admit that you don’t know it all! If there’s a question you can’t answer, say so. Most people will respect you for that instead of trying to be a know-it-all. Third, speak in love and answer the questions with the truth that you do know – The Bible. No one is debated into believing in Christ. “Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God” (Romans 10:17).
Here are some video resources and questions that will help equip you share what you believe and why you believe it.
Is There a God?
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
- What evidence is there to prove that God is real?
- If you struggle to believe that God is real, how do you believe we got here? Why?
- Why does it take faith to believe that there is not a God?
Is Today’s Bible Authentic?
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
- What are the reasons people give that the Bible isn’t true? Are their reasons accurate? Why or why not?
- What proof do we have that the Bible is true and accurate?
- If you believe the Bible is outdated or not true, why do you believe this?
Why Does Jesus’ Resurrection Matter?
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
- What evidence is there for the resurrection of Jesus?
- If Jesus did rise from the dead, how does that prove the rest of the Bible is true?
- Why is the resurrection important to you?
Take some time to watch each video and answer the questions. You can even use these videos and questions with your youth group! Watch them together and discuss, or share them and discuss on a video chat or in your GC.
Get creative and help each other know why you believe what you believe!
