Evidentialist Paradigm

ABSTRACT: This paper explores the foundations of evidentialist apologetics, the principles of the evidentialist method for defending the Christian faith, the leading representatives of this method and the  basic themes addressed. It examines how evidentialists interpret the importance of historical documents, prophecies, and empirical evidence in presenting the authenticity of Christianity. Moreover, it analyzes the systems of thought of some of the most influential contemporary apologists namely John Montgomery and Josh MacDowell. KEYWORDS: apologetics, Christian faith, argumentation, evidence, evidentialist system