Josh McDowell, bestselling author and one of the most recognized Christian apologists, teams up with researcher Bill Wilson in this classic apologetics book, now with a new title, new cover, and new opportunity to connect with readers.

This accessible resource explores historical evidence about Jesus so seekers, skeptics, and Christians can understand more about Christ, His claims, His impact, and the evidence for His life. Revealing material includes:

  • surprising information from ancient secular writings about Jesus
  • insights and errors from the post-apostolic writers
  • how to test the New Testament evidence and material outside of the gospels
  • details of the geography, culture, and other religions at the time of Christ
  • findings about Jesus' miracles, death, resurrection, and identity

Packed with fascinating, relevant, and intriguing information about Christ and His purpose, this is an ideal resource for individuals, groups, churches, as well as personal and academic libraries.


Real-life, on-the-street Christian apologetics is what readers expect from Josh McDowell. Here, he and his son, Sean, reflect their ongoing research and close engagement with our culture in answers to classic questions such as...

Is there scientific proof God exists?How can a loving God send people to hell?Why does God allow suffering?Is the New Testament historically reliable?Aren't there errors and contradictions in the Bible?

...and questions that arise from today's culture:

If God is so loving, why can't he be more tolerant of sin?Is God sexist?Is religion the real cause of violence in the world?How can teachings from the ancient cultures of the Bible be relevant to our culture?What's the difference between the Bible and the Koran?

77 FAQs offers the concise, accessible presentations that readers want and need in an apologetic resource-answers they'll turn to for help in everyday life.