Make Your Case

Building a case starts with three things:

  1. Make a claim.

  2. Give reasons for it.

  3. Support those reasons with evidence.

For example, you might claim that God exists. The next question is: Why should anyone believe that?

You could point to the beginning of the universe, the design of the universe, or the existence of objective morality. Each of these can provide a reason to believe in God.

Be clear about what your argument actually shows. An argument that points to a creator does not automatically prove every belief in Christianity. It is one piece of a larger case.

Do not try to prove everything at once. Begin with a clear claim and build from there.

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