Module 01
Biblical Foundations of Christian Apologetics
The scriptural mandate to defend the faith, how Jesus and the apostles modelled it, and the development of apologetics through church history.
Certificate in Advanced Christian Apologetics — Online Programs from South India Baptist Bible College & Seminary
- Starts
- 5 October 2026
- Format
- Live on Zoom + Google Classroom
- Schedule
- Mon & Fri · 7:30–9:30 PM IST
- Length
- 6 months · 24 weeks · 12 modules
Enrolling now · October 2026 cohort
Live classes begin 5 October 2026 · 7:30 PM IST
The countdown to the first session
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The October 2026 cohort has begun. Contact the seminary office about the next intake.
Register nowThe program
Not a study group — a systematic education in defending the faith
Twelve sequential modules build progressively on one another. You begin with the scriptural basis for apologetics and its methods, move through epistemology, metaphysics, and natural theology, examine the historical reliability of Scripture and the resurrection, and finish with science, origins, and emerging technology. The result is one coherent framework — biblical conviction, logical reasoning, historical awareness, and Christlike character held together.
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Rigorous, not casual
An academic curriculum
Twenty-four weeks of structured, university-style study — foundational principles through to advanced engagement, prepared for challenges inside and outside the church.
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Built for working people
Two evenings a week
Live classes only on Mondays and Fridays, 7:30–9:30 PM IST. Every material is on Google Classroom for self-paced study and peer discussion around your job.
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No exams, no grades
Learning for the Kingdom
There are no assessments. Participants come out of a genuine desire to grow, not a fear of failing — a stress-free environment focused on real understanding.
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Accessible
No admission or registration fee
Tuition is ₹7,800 in total — ₹1,300 a month for six months — with flexible monthly payment for those who genuinely need it.
The curriculum
A path that builds, stage by stage
Four stages, twelve modules, two weeks each. Every stage assumes the one before it — by Stage IV you are integrating philosophy, history, and science into a single cumulative case. Open a stage to see its modules.
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Weeks 1–4 Biblical Foundations & Apologetic Methodology Modules 1–2
Module 02
Methodology of Christian Apologetics
Classical, evidential, presuppositional, cumulative-case, and conversational approaches — plus logic, critical thinking, and spotting fallacies.
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II
Weeks 5–12 Philosophical Foundations of Christian Theism Modules 3–6
Module 03
Worldviews and Christian Epistemology
Competing worldviews, theories of truth and knowledge, and the relationship between faith, reason, and evidence.
Module 04
Metaphysics and Natural Theology
Being, causation, and the divine attributes, then the cosmological, design, ontological, and moral arguments for God.
Module 05
Humanity and the Problem of Evil
The image of God, consciousness and personal identity, and the major Christian responses to moral evil, natural evil, and divine hiddenness.
Module 06
Miracles and Philosophical Christian Theism
The nature of miracles, Hume's critique, providence and prayer, and the cumulative philosophical case for the God of Scripture.
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III
Weeks 13–20 Historical, Evidential & Cultural Apologetics Modules 7–10
Module 07
Revelation and Scripture
General and special revelation, inspiration and authority, canon formation, manuscripts, textual criticism, and archaeology.
Module 08
Jesus Christ and the Resurrection
The historical sources for Jesus, his claims, and the evidence for the crucifixion, empty tomb, and appearances — with the alternative theories weighed.
Module 09
The Christian Faith and Its Uniqueness
The distinct claims of the gospel, Christianity among world religions, and thoughtful responses to objections from skepticism.
Module 10
Christianity in Contemporary Society
Secularism, moral relativism, and digital culture — and building the cumulative case from philosophical, historical, experiential, and moral evidence.
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IV
Weeks 21–24 Science, Technology & Contemporary Engagement Modules 11–12
Module 11
Science, Origins, and Creation
The nature and limits of science, its history with Christianity, cosmology and fine-tuning, and the main contemporary views on origins.
Module 12
Humanity, Technology, and the Future
Artificial intelligence and personhood, biotechnology and transhumanism, neuroscience and human freedom — assessed through a Christian worldview.
How it works
Three ways you learn at once
The program is built for holistic growth — you are taught directly, you test ideas with peers, and you study on your own, every week.
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Direct instructor learning
Live, engaging sessions twice a week with teachers who work in ministry, pastoral care, and apologetics.
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Peer learning
Discussion forums where you bring real conversations, test arguments, and learn from fellow students across the country.
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Self learning
Curated readings and materials on Google Classroom, available around the clock for your own study and reflection.
Outcomes
What you'll be able to do
By the end of the certificate you move from a passive believer to an informed, articulate ambassador — able to teach it, mentor others in it, and hold it in public.
- Explain the biblical basis and historical development of Christian apologetics.
- Apply sound methodology, logic, and critical thinking to real objections.
- Evaluate philosophical arguments about God, truth, knowledge, and human existence.
- Make the historical case for Scripture, Jesus Christ, and the resurrection.
- Engage science, technology, and ethics from an informed Christian perspective.
- Communicate the faith with confidence, humility, and intellectual integrity.
Faculty
Taught by pastors and practitioners
Four teachers carry the four stages of the course — from the biblical mandate to defend the faith through to the frontiers of science and technology.
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Dr. William J. Subash Pastor & seminary professor Module - 1
Biblical Foundations & Apologetic Methodology
- Biblical foundations of Christian apologetics
- History of Christian apologetics
- Schools and methods of apologetics
- Logic, critical thinking, and argumentation
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Prof. Karthik R Faculty & pastor Module - 2
Philosophical Foundations of Christian Theism
- Worldviews and Christian epistemology
- Metaphysics and natural theology
- Humanity and the problem of evil
- Miracles and philosophical Christian theism
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Pr. RajKumar Richard Christian apologist Module - 3
Historical, Evidential & Cultural Apologetics
- Revelation and Scripture
- Jesus Christ and the resurrection
- The Christian faith and its uniqueness
- Christianity in contemporary society
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Mr Asher John Co-founder, The Carpenter's Desk Module - 4
Science, Technology & Contemporary Engagement
- Science and the Christian faith
- Origins, creation, and the cosmos
- Consciousness and artificial intelligence
- Frontiers in science and Christian thought
Enrolment
Reserve your place
Registration for the October 2026 cohort is open. Fill in the form and the seminary office will confirm your place and share the payment schedule.
Thank you — your registration is in
The seminary office will confirm your place and send the payment schedule, usually within two working days. Questions in the meantime? Message us on WhatsApp.
Questions
Frequently asked
How is this different from a typical Sunday school class?
This is a rigorous, systematic curriculum that takes you from foundational principles to advanced engagement. Over 24 weeks you work through the biblical, philosophical, historical, and scientific dimensions of the faith — a comprehensive education that prepares you for intellectual challenges both inside and outside the church.
I have a busy schedule. How does the program fit around work?
Live classes are held only twice a week — Mondays and Fridays, 7:30–9:30 PM IST — which suits people with day jobs. All course materials are uploaded to Google Classroom, so you can do the reading, self-study, and peer discussion at your own pace.
What are the three "active learning" benefits?
Direct instructor learning through live sessions with expert teachers; peer learning in discussion forums where you test ideas with fellow students; and self-learning from curated materials available 24/7. Together they build deeper retention and practical application.
Will this help me defend my faith in real conversations?
Yes. The curriculum is practical, not only theoretical. In Modules 2 and 10 you learn conversational apologetics — asking thoughtful questions, listening actively, and responding with gentleness and respect — so you can handle objections from skeptics, atheists, and other worldviews in a persuasive and Christlike way.
Is there pressure from exams or assessments?
No. There are no assessments or exams. This is education for the sake of building the Kingdom, not for grades. We expect participants to take part out of a genuine desire to grow — a stress-free environment focused on true learning and spiritual development.
How does the program engage modern issues like AI and science?
Modules 11 and 12 address science, origins, and technology directly — including AI, transhumanism, and neuroscience. You learn to evaluate these topics through a biblical lens, recognising the complementary relationship between scientific inquiry and biblical revelation.
Is the program affordable? What does it cost?
There is no admission fee and no registration fee. The only cost is tuition — ₹7,800 in total, or ₹1,300 per month for six months. Flexible monthly payment options are available for those who genuinely need them, so finances need not be a barrier.
What practical skills will I gain beyond theology?
Critical thinking, the ability to identify logical fallacies, and the competence to construct sound arguments. You also develop communication skills tailored for apologetic dialogue — in ministry, education, evangelism, or public engagement — so you can articulate truth with clarity and humility.
How do the program objectives serve my ministry or growth?
On completion you can integrate biblical theology, philosophy, and history into a coherent framework. That strengthens your own faith and equips you to mentor others, teach with confidence, and engage in public discourse — moving from a passive believer to an active, informed ambassador for Christ.
What is the "cumulative case" approach?
Rather than relying on a single argument, you learn to integrate multiple lines of evidence — philosophical, historical, experiential, and moral — into one defence of the faith (Module 10). The result is more resilient, well-rounded, and persuasive, and much harder to refute.
Begin the October 2026 cohort
Six months. Twelve modules. One coherent defence of the faith.
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