Come Let Us Reason Together
Apologetics MinistryEquipping believers with answers to the tough biblical, ethical, and philosophical questions of our time.
"False ideas are the greatest obstacles to the reception of the Gospel. We may preach with all the fervor of a reformer and yet succeed to win only a straggler here and there, if we permit the whole collective thought of the nation or of the world to be controlled by ideas which, by resistless force of logic, prevent Christianity from being regarded as anything more than a harmless delusion. Under such circumstances, what God desires us to do is to destroy the obstacle at its root."
J. Gresham Machen,
"Christianity and Culture"
Princeton Theological Review vol. 11 1913
1 Peter 3:15 command the church to "always be prepared to give a defense for the hope that is within you". The popularity of the New Atheists, the continued push of Darwinism in schools and the growing antagonism toward Biblical beliefs means we need to heed that command more now than ever. As society grows increasingly secular, Christians today face more challenges than ever in not only living out their faith, but in effectively sharing it with others.
Come Let Us Reason Together is the Harvest apologetics ministry dedicated to equipping Christians to stand strong in their faith and helping them effectively share it with others. With monthly instruction, podcasts, online resources, and trips that offer real-world experience, we tackle the biggest objections to Christianity and teach believers on how to be appealing, intelligent ambassadors for Christ.
Our prayer and objective is to:
1. Strengthen believers' faith by demonstrating Christianity is an intelligent, rational faith
2. Show that there are good answers to the toughest objections offered against it
3. Help train the church to be able to defend their beliefs when challenged
4. Help the church think clearly about issues of God and culture
About the Instructor
Lenny Esposito is president and founder of Come Reason Ministries, a Christian apologetics organization and the popular www.comereason.org Web site. Lenny has authored over 150 articles dealing with intellectually strenuous topics such as the existence of God, theology, philosophy, social issues and Biblical difficulties. Lenny is an in-demand speaker, teaching at conferences, universities, churches and group studies. A contributor to the popular Apologetics Study Bible for Students, his articles have also appeared in The Los Angeles Times and the Southern California Christian Times as well as several denominational publications.
The Come Let Us Reason Together apologetics class meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 P.M. in the Harvest Resource Center. Childcare is provided. Upcoming classes and topics are listed below. For a downloadable version of this year's schedule, click here.
| Time | Event | Details | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monday, February 27, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Dare to Defend Apologetics Training |
"Why I Am a Christian" In this session, Christian apologist Brett Kunkle provides the necessary tools to articulate to others a cumulative case for why Christianity is the only true way to God. This is part of a three week training course in sharing your faith and is in conjunction with our apologetics missions trip to U.C. Berkeley - however this class is free and open to the public. Download our trip flyer at http://bit.ly/Ahlnba for more information. You can also download an application for attending the trip at http://bit.ly/y7aWx4. |
resource Center |
| Monday, March 5, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Dare to Defend Apologetics Training |
"Tactics in Defending Your Faith" Brett Kunkle teaches the specific skills necessary to engage others in friendly conversation and to present Christ in an intelligent yet gracious way. This is part of a three week training course in sharing your faith and is in conjunction with our apologetics missions trip to U.C. Berkeley - however this class is free and open to the public. Download our trip flyer at http://bit.ly/Ahlnba for more information. You can also download an application for attending the trip at http://bit.ly/y7aWx4. |
Harvest Christian Fellowship |
| Monday, March 12, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"Answering Atheist Arguments against God" Atheism has been taking center stage lately. Both the New Atheists and a cohort of Internet skeptics continue to raise objections that have caught the public's fancy. Are they right? How should we answer? Join us for our next class where we'll train you to see the poverty of atheist arguments. This is part of a three week training course in sharing your faith and is in conjunction with our apologetics missions trip to U.C. Berkeley - however this class is free and open to the public. Download our trip flyer at http://bit.ly/Ahlnba for more information. You can also download an application for attending the trip at http://bit.ly/y7aWx4. |
Resource Center |
| Friday, March 30, 2012 | |||
| 5:30 a.m. | Apologetics Missions Trip |
"Apologetics Missions Trip" Learn to deepen and defind your faith, and then share it with others on the Apologetics Missions Trip. |
Berkeley, CA |
| Monday, April 9, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"Hidden Ways the Gospels Prove Reliable" Can we trust the Gospels? Why should people place their trust in documents written so long ago that don't even agree with each other? In this class, we’ll investigate some interesting coincidences that demonstrate why the Gospels are reliable history. |
Resource Center |
| Monday, May 14, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"Using Hollywood Blockbusters to Share the Gospel" Plato said, "Those who tell stories rule society." Hollywood movies are powerful tools that shape people's viewpoints. In this class, we'll discuss how you can use top box office films to start God-conversations with friends and family and how to approach your entertainment choices more thoughtfully. |
Resource Center |
| Friday, June 1, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | A Special Evening with Dr. JP Moreland |
Join us Friday, June 1 at 7:00 P.M. as we welcome Dr. J.P. Moreland, who will address how Jesus commanded His church to engage their minds as well as their hearts as an act of worship to Him. You’ll learn... * To think biblically * To use your intellect to further God's kingdom * To defend your faith * Why faith is based on knowledge—not feelings This is a free event and all are welcome! |
Harvest Christian Fellowship Riverside |
| Monday, June 11, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"How Christianity Changed the World" If Christianity truly originated with God, then we would expect that following its precepts would have dramatic implications for societies as well as individuals. See how humanity is better off because of the Christian faith. |
Resource Center |
| Monday, July 9, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"Wasn't Jesus Just One of Many Messiahs?" Skeptics and Internet sites make the claim that Jesus' story is not unique. There were many saviors in ancient religious systems and the gospels were just borrowing from earlier myths. Is this true? See why we can dismiss claims of ancient plagiarism as so much hogwash. |
Resource Center |
| Monday, August 13, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"The Emmaus Road: Jesus Hidden in Leviticus/Numbers" When Jesus walked with the disciples to Emmaus, He started from Moses and explained all the prophecies concerning Himself. Reading Old Testament books such as Leviticus and Numbers sometimes feel like tedium, but even these texts have exciting foreshadowings of our Savior. In this study, we continue our exploration of Jesus in these writings. |
Resource Center |
| Monday, September 10, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"The One Question Mormons Hope You Don't Ask" Talking with Mormon missionaries can feel daunting. They seem to know their scriptures and have all the answers. Do the LDS really worship the same God we do? Are they Christians? Join us this month as we tackle the key question that Mormons cannot answer. |
Resource Center |
| Monday, October 8, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"Talking about the Origin of Life" How did life arise on earth? What are the key elements we need to focus on when talking with an evolutionist? What questions remain unanswered? In this class, we will look specifically at the beginning of life and show why given the evidence belief in a creator makes the most sense. |
Resource Center |
| Monday, November 12, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"Is the Bible Authoritative?" When asked why they hold to certain beliefs or why they feel acting in a certain manner is a wrong, Christians will usually point to the Bible. The Bible is the standard of our faith. Why should we put so much faith in a collection of ancient texts? What about the holy texts of other faiths? Join us to see why the Bible is completely trustworthy. |
Resource Center |
| Monday, December 10, 2012 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together |
"Starting the New Year Strong" The holidays are here which means the New Year is just around the corner. What are some practical ways we can each get into better habits in our devotions? Are there some easy things we can do to make Bible study easier? How can we draw closer to God? Join us for a special class where we share ways to jump start your January. |
Resource Center |
| Monday, January 14, 2013 | |||
| 7:00 p.m. | Come Let Us Reason Together | These apologetics classes are designed to help you answer those tough biblical, ethical, and philosophical questions. You'll learn to confidently and convincingly defend your faith to others. | Resource Center |