but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, but with gentleness and respect

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 But sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, but with gentleness and respect.
1 Peter 3:15

Jesus told us to proclaim the Good News to every creature and make disciples of all nations. Most believers truly do care about their neighbor’s spiritual condition, but the majority don’t speak up, in fact, more than 95% of Christians in America never share the Gospel with others.

Why is it difficult for you to share your faith?
Do any of these questions sound familiar:
 

“What if someone asks me a question I don’t know how to answer?”   
“How should I respond to objections against Christianity?”  
 
“What should I say to an atheist?”

“How do I start a conversation with someone who needs Jesus?”  
 

Insecurity about spiritual questions has kept the church silent, but not anymore –
it is time for you to
get equipped! 

Join us for our brand-new Apologetics Program where you will be empowered to share your faith with confidence.  Learn from apologist and evangelist Alex McFarland— plus other experienced Charis instructors! 

WHAT IS APOLOGETICS?

First, ‘apologetics’ is not apologizing or saying I’m sorry for being a Christian.
Far from it
! Apologetics is an ancient legal word that means:
to speak in defense
of what you believe.
 

Christian apologetics is all about explaining and defending the facts about God, Jesus, and the Bible
. In this world there is spiritual darkness and lost people all around us it is crucial that Christians rise to the challenge. That is what apologetics is for, to help you know what to say so that you can effectively communicate the Gospel. 

Healing Discipleship Program

Be the Hands and Feet of Jesus
$ 750 Per Semester
  • 100 Hours of teaching and practical activation exercises
  • 26 Practicum Hours of guided practical experience at Healing Now Services
  • Healing University Kit so you can revisit your lessons anytime
New

About the Director

For over 30 years, Alex has been at the forefront of apologetics education throughout the U.S. and internationally. He was the first-ever Director of Teen Apologetics for Focus On the Family, serving under Dr. James Dobson. He has been adjunct faculty at Liberty University in VA, and was president of Southern Evangelical Seminary and Bible College in NC. Alex has written 20 books on apologetics and Biblical worldview, and his book The Assault On America was #1 in three separate categories on Amazon. Alex has taught at Charis for nine years, and considers it, “The most exciting Christian college in the world!”.
Alex McFarland
Director of Apologetics

FAQ

Classes will begin Tuesday January 14 and end on May 7, 2025, except for Spring Break from March 24-28. Classes are held Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 1PM to 4PM.

Every believer will benefit from these classes! Please do not think you have to come in as a theologian or scholar. No matter your knowledge level, you will find these classes to be empowering, accessible, and a worshipful experience as we dive deeply into God’s truth! 

The program is open to all Charis Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3 students, alumni, and staff.

Greg Mohr, Ricky Burge, Rick McFarland, Duane Sheriff, Mohamad Faridi, Kamal Saleem, and others.

The cost of tuition is $400.

Applications will open on this landing page in May 2025.

You will gain a thorough understanding of Biblical apologetics, worldview issues, and how to effectively interact with non-believers. We will tackle these questions (and more): 

  • How do we know that God exists?
    • Is the Bible God’s true Word?
    • Have any books in the Bible been lost, or changed? 
    • How do we defend the fact that Jesus really lived? 
    • Are the four Gospels historically accurate? 
  • Can we be sure that Jesus rose from the dead?
  • If God is good, why is there pain and suffering in the world?
    • How does God hear the prayers of millions of people all at once?
  • What about people who follow other religions?  Are they saved, or lost?
  • How is it that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven?
  • Why are Christians against homosexuality?
  • Does the Bible say anything about transgenderism?
  • If God made everything, then who made God?
  • Has evolution (or “science”) disproven the Bible?
  • What about Islam?  Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God?
  • How does Christianity compare with other religions?

Classes will begin January 2025 and will continue throughout the Spring ’25 semester.

Every believer will benefit from these classes! Please do not think you have to come in as a theologian or scholar. No matter your knowledge level, you will find these classes to be empowering, accessible, and a worshipful experience as we dive deeply into God’s truth! 

You will gain a thorough understanding of Biblical apologetics, worldview issues, and how to effectively interact with non-believers. We will tackle these questions (and more):

  • How do we know that God exists?
  • Is the Bible God’s true Word?
  • Have any books in the Bible been lost, or changed?
  • How do we defend the fact that Jesus really lived?
  • Are the four Gospels historically accurate? 
  • Can we be sure that Jesus rose from the dead?
  • If God is good, why is there pain and suffering in the world?
  • How does God hear the prayers of millions of people all at once?
  • What about people who follow other religions?  Are they saved, or lost?
  • How is it that Jesus Christ is the only way to heaven?
  • Why are Christians against homosexuality?
  • Does the Bible say anything about transgenderism?
  • If God made everything, then who made God?
  • Has evolution (or “science”) disproven the Bible?
  • What about Islam?  Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God?
  • How does Christianity compare with other religions?
  • And much, much more . . . 

Join the waitlist for next years Healing Discipleship program!

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Living at High Altitude Tips

  1. Slowly acclimate. Try to stay below 7,000 feet the first day
  2. Give your body time to adjust. Avoid strenuous exercise the first day. 
  3. Limit alcohol intake. Alcohol binds oxygen and water and robs your body of these two important nutrients. It also slows the acclimation process.
  4. Drink more water. Keep to a minimum of 1 liter of water for every 4 hours of inactivity and 1 liter of water for every 2 hours of activity. 
  5. Always travel with a companion. If someone begins to experience severe coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, or chest pain, get him or her to a lower altitude as quickly as possible.
  6. Check with a medical advisor. The effects of some drugs can be greatly increased at higher altitudes. Be sure to check with your doctor before exerting yourself at higher altitudes.

People will acclimatize at different rates. Make sure all members of your family are properly acclimated before going higher.

 If you have any breathing difficulties if may be best for you to live in Colorado Springs and come up to school for the 4-5 hours a day and then return to Colorado Springs

Winter Driving Tips

Check your:

  • Battery
  • Tire wear and air pressure – you’ll need good tread for winter driving
  • Antifreeze level and freeze line
  • Windshield blades – New blades to fight ice build-up
  • Gas tank- Don’t let it get below a quarter of a tank

Keep a “Winter Supply Box” in your car during the Winter:

  • Ice scraper and snow brush
  • Properly inflated spare tire, wheel wrench, and tripod jack
  • Shovel Bag of salt or cat litter for better tire traction or to melt snow
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • First aid kit Windshield cleaner – antifreeze type
  • Matches in a waterproof container
  • Nonperishable, high-energy foods
  • Bottled water
  • Winter coat
  • Blankets, mittens, socks, and hats
  • Snow Boots and extra socks

Transportation

In Colorado Springs public transportation is available with Uber, Lyft, and Mountain Metropolitan Transit www.coloradosprings.gov/mountain-metro

In Colorado Springs you may be able to bicycle to the store or walk to nearby restaurants, but in order to get to Woodland Park and once in Woodland Park, public transportation is virtually non-existent. Biking/walking is not feasible for transportation to school in most situations due to mountainous terrain and wintery weather; it can snow as early as September and as late as May. Vehicle registration and insurance is required in Colorado, as well as double license plates