Ferrer - Mama Bear Apologetics^TM

Our kids now have access to more information than ever before, including objections to Christianity and the existence of God. Young people encounter skepticism long before they enter universities and colleges. They encounter it online while they are still living at home . Thats why we, as parents , are the most important apologists our kids will ever know. Mama Bear Apologetics will help you understand the challenges so you can navigate your kids questions and prepare them to become committed Christ followers.

J. Warner Wallace

Dateline featured cold-case detective; Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Biola University; author of Cold-Case Christianity , Gods Crime Scene , and Forensic Faith ; and creator of the Case Makers Academy for Kids

Mama Bear Apologetics is an incisive and witty look at the false ideas kids are drowning in today, often under the watch of well-meaning but unaware Christian moms. I love that it cuts right to the heart of the problem in each chapterjust enough information to provide helpful context and key points of understanding, but not so much that it will leave you feeling overwhelmed. If every Christian mom would read and thoughtfully apply this book in her parenting, it would profoundly transform the next generation. Please read this, then share it with a friend.

Natasha Crain

National speaker, blogger, and author of Keeping Your Kids on Gods Side and Talking with Your Kids About God

It is such a thrill to see this book come to fruition. Recently there has been a significant movement of women in the church embracing the important role apologetics has in raising the next generation. Mama Bear Apologetics is the result of their collaboration, prayer, and experience. This offers both insight into our contemporary culture as well as practical ways to engage young people with biblical truth. I wish every Christian woman would read this book and pass it on to a friend.

Sean McDowell, PhD

Author, speaker, professor

Im thrilled to see a book of this caliber written for moms! Mama Bear Apologetics is engaging and accessible without minimizing the seriousness of the subject matter. Im particularly pleased by the inclusion of chapters on so-called progressive Christianity and postmodernism. Readers will gain effective tools for dismantling some of the more dangerous ideologies that pervade contemporary cultureand be able to equip their children to follow suit.

Melissa Cain Travis, PhD

Author of Science and the Mind of the Maker: What the Conversation Between Faith and Science Reveals About God

Outstanding! Mama Bear Apologetics deftly describes cultural lies, how to recognize them, and how to defeat them logically and compassionately. Humor abounds, such as their chew-and-spit method of discerning where progressivism, feminism, socialism, and more agree with or go astray from biblical teaching. Chapters end with discussion questions perfect for small group settings.

Jean E. Jones

Coauthor of Discovering Joy in Philippians and Discovering Jesus in the Old Testament

This team of women thinkers, under the leadership of Hillary Morgan Ferrer, has put together one of the most engaging, accessible, clever, and relevant books on apologetics available today. They take on and answer the questions that intimidate Christian parentsand they do it with joy, humor, and rare skill. This is the kind of book that should be ordered by churches in case lots so that everyone can read it and discuss it. This book will surely be a confidence builder and a game changer for Christian families far and wide.

Craig J. Hazen, PhD

Biola University Apologetics, author of Fearless Prayer

Brilliant, humorous, conversational, must-read book about the importance of apologetics for anyone who gives a hoot about the current and next generations. This fresh perspectiveby womenis exactly what apologetics needs. Everyone, not just parents, needs to learn the chew-and-spit method of discernment, how to ROAR like a mother, and grasp the consequences of linguistic theft. The Mama Bear clarion call is providentialMess with our kids, and we will demolish your arguments!

Laurie A. Stewart

President, Women in Apologetics

Mama Bear Apologetics is a brilliant collaboration for every woman concerned about lies and ideologies that have crept into both society and the churchand have come against the knowledge of God. Its for those mothers who want to protect the minds and souls of their children. Mama Bear will equip you with the answers to the tough questions, engage you and your childrens critical thinking, and encourage youthrough prayer and discussionon your faith journey. This book will inspire and strengthen your family and I highly recommend it for every home, in small groups, and in your church.

Rodney Lake

National Director, Thinking Matters New Zealand Foundation

The Mama Bear book bounds onto the apologetics scene coming to the aid of Christian moms navigating the swift-movingand often dangerousideological waters of postmodern Western culture. These authors understand that while moms have difficulty finding time to learn apologetics, they are still concerned about what their kids are ingesting from cultural influencers. So the Mama Bears have provided answers at an accessible level using stories and humor for an experience that is as informative as it is enjoyable, all the while maintaining a loving and compassionate approach to tough issues. This book will have Christian moms ready to ROAR like a mother!

Mary Jo Sharp

Assistant Professor of Apologetics, Houston Baptist University; director of Confident Christianity Apologetics Ministry

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Mama Bear Apologetics

Copyright 2019 Hillary Morgan Ferrer

Published by Harvest House Publishers

Eugene, Oregon 97408

www.harvesthousepublishers.com

ISBN 978-0-7369-7615-2 (pbk.)

ISBN 978-0-7369-7616-9 (eBook)

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data

Names: Ferrer, Hillary Morgan, editor.

Title: Mama Bear apologetics / Hillary Morgan Ferrer, general editor.

Description: Eugene, Oregon: Harvest House Publishers, [2019] | Includes bibliographical references.