Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions

Written by Gregory Koukl and Lee Strobel

Narrated by Greg Koukl

Tactics provides the game plan for defending your faith and artfully communicating the truths of Christianity with confidence and grace.

This expanded anniversary edition of the classic book of Christian apologetics includes updates and expansions of existing tactics, as well as the addition of an all-new tactic and a chapter on Mini Tactics filled with simple maneuvers to aid in discussions.

In a culture increasingly indifferent or even hostile to Christian truth, followers of Christ need to be equipped to communicate with those who do not speak their language or accept their source of authority.

In Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition, Gregory Koukl demonstrates how to artfully regain control of conversations, keeping them moving forward in constructive ways through thoughtful diplomacy. You'll learn how to:

• Meet challenges, questions, and provocations with poise and conviction.
• Effortlessly start your own evangelical conversations.
• Present the truth clearly, cleverly, and persuasively.
• Graciously and effectively expose faulty thinking and logical fallacies.
• Most important, you'll learn how to get people thinking seriously about Jesus.

Drawing on extensive experience defending Christianity in the public square, Koukl will not only walk you through effective arguments to defend why you believe what you believe, but he'll teach you methods for engaging in meaningful dialogue and debate.

Step-by-step, you'll learn the tactics of good persuasion and defense, how to identify the tactics of your opponent, and how to build your case, patiently and practically.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Release date: Nov 26, 2019
• ISBN: 9780310101482

Gregory Koukl

Gregory Koukl holds MA degrees with honors in both apologetics and philosophy. He's spoken on over 80 university campuses and hosted his own call-in radio talk show for over 33 years defending "Christianity worth thinking about." Greg is founder and president of Stand to Reason (str.org) and serves as adjunct professor of Christian apologetics at Biola University. He is the author of the award-winning The Story of Reality and the best-selling Tactics.

Reviews for Tactics, 10th Anniversary Edition

[Kristen Roberts · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Even more to learn! I loved the original, but this is even better. The author also gives a great performance! Everyone who wants to share the Christian truth should read this. Realistic and practical tips for spreading the message of Jesus of Nazareth.

[Tom Craig · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Practical teaching; Christ/gospel centred. For those who long to speak to others about the hope that is in them.

[Nilsa Nelkin · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is an amazing book to help you defend the faith. I highly recommend it and I can’t wait to use the tactics to defend my believe in Yeshua (Jesus)!!!

[jtrainwright · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

wish I heard of this book earlier! So much helpful info on how to talk to people about difficult subjects without conflict!

[Ethan Mpozembizi · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Excellent and practical tactics covering a large range of topics.

[Levi Lynde · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Very good book! Highly recommend. I’ll be listening to his other books for sure!

[solomon akwasi · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

An amazing book. Every Christian Must have this book in his toolkit

[Saved by GRACE · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Excellent book! Highly recommend! If I could give it 10 stars I would. This book has so many amazing tips for conversations and debates with those who view things different than Christians. A great teaching tool.

[l i am Stephens · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Awesome as can be f b g b v J

[Justin Smith · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Really insightful approaches! Thankful for the well, thought out, and practical advice!

[Barry Winslow · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great tactics in evangelism. Though I disagree that not all Christians are closers, Koukl makes clear points and gives direction for those seeking to share their faith in a winsome way.

[Chelsea · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Good book on apologetics. He seems to build his apologetics based off the practical not principle which overtime could lead to compromise. I think I would recommend chapters but not the whole book.

[Olivia · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Super helpful and insightful! I’d recommend it to any Christian who like to grow in communicating their convictions

[Sheldon Feakes · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This should be required reading for every Christian ! !

[jimmoz-1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This is a very helpful presentation on techniques to improve communicating with others on spiritual matters, and it would likely apply to other areas of disagreement as well. -- In a given situation with another, what one thing can I say/ask that will promote thinking or a conversation? No need to do it all; "put a pebble in his shoe."-- Don't get overwrought about getting to the gospel; look for the sheep who seems to take notice (J 10:27-28).-- In replying to someone, ask an open-ended question (Columbo tactic). "What do you mean by that?" "Tell me more."-- Then, if someone makes an assertion, put them on the hook. "How did you come to that conclusion?" (Whoever presents an argument has the responsibility to back it up. Gently press them for the reasons for their belief.-- Don't let yourself get caught in a bind. "Let me think about that." This gives you time to get a good reply, and sets up the next discussion. Can be preceded by, "Would you explain that more?" This is good with a powerful opponent, or with a new topic.-- To begin to challenge someone: "Have you ever considered...." "Can you help me understand something..." This is when you see a hole in their position.-- If you think you are going to be challenged on a controversial topic, maybe precede your opinion by asking, "Do you consider yourself a tolerant person?" Box them into committing to respect your opinion, and then call them on it if they do not.-- Suicide -- when an argument dies from its own weaknesses. Ex: "There is no truth." (Is this a true statement?) "You can't know anything for sure." (How do you know that?)-- Taking the roof off -- Try to follow what happens if the principle of the argument is followed on out. Will it fail?-- Scholars, experts -- Their field may not be applicable to the matter in question. Also, do they merely give an opinion, or also the reasons for that opinion?-- Facts -- Be as specific as possible in your own statements. Look for facts in the opposing position. Do they look plausible?

[graycrew · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Excellent book to teach the Christian that when people make statements, assertions, or opinions it's not our responsibility to defend our side. Koukl shows the reader that by asking probing questions the Christian can direct the conversation, and once motives, biases, and definitions are known they can then make a truthful assertion of their own by asking leading questions.This is a great book and a quick read!