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The Apologetics Resource Center (ARC) is a non-profit ministry whose mission is to reach the minds and hearts of people with the message and truth claims of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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As Ravi Zacharias says, "let my people think." Christians must intentionally decide to become readers, thinkers, and persuaders again. A non-negotiable part of discipleship and a revitalized church is for the members of the body of Christ to recover the mind - the mind of Christ, full of grace and truth.

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The following books are available from our office for a suggested donation. Many of the books listed in the Recommended Books for Study list (below) are also available (some are out of print and would need to be accessed through a library), but the possibility of acquiring those volumes will be on an individual basis.

Note that cover art represented on this page may not reflect the same edition/printing as our inventory.


Five Views on Apologetics
Dr. Steve Cowan, Gen. Editor

ARC's own Steve Cowan has edited and contributed to this important work in which leaders discuss and interact on the five basic approaches to Christian apologetics. 398 p. $18.00


Public Schools: The Sorcerer's New Apprentice?

Craig Branch, John Ankerberg, John Weldon

A definitive book which addresses faulty, illegal, New Age and humanistic approaches and curriculum in public schools and helps parents and educators know how to properly deal with them. 304 p. $18


World Proofing Your Kids
Lael Arrington

This book is crucial for parents who need a plan to help their families negotiate the hostile currents of a rapidly disintegrating culture. 304 pages $15


Mustard Seed Versus McWorld: Reinventing Life and Faith for the Future

Tom Sine

An important work which challenges the church to reinvent itself in the face of serious compromises with the culture and the challenge of the new millenium. 249 p. $20


I'm Glad You Asked

Ken Boa, Larry Moody

This is an excellent practical book which gives thorough responses to fourteen of the most common objections to faith Christians encounter. 277p. $11


The Death of Truth: Responding to Multiculturalism, Rejection of Reason, and the Postmodern Diversity
Dennis McCallum, editor

This book is for the Christian who needs to understand and engage the "Spirit of the Age" which has affected all areas of our culture - Literature, healthcare, education, history, law, science and religion. 288p. $16


Relativism: Feet Firmly Planted in Mid-Air

Francis Beckwith, Gregory Koukl

This book admirably explores responses to the inconsistencies inherent in the relativistic culture of death as it explores personal, dialogical evangelism, abortion, homosexuality, multiculturalism, political correctness and tolerance issues. 188p. $15


The Doctrine of God

Gerald Bray

Almost all heresies are spawned out of an incorrect understanding of who God is. It is crucial that we know about God and that we then come to know the true God. 281p. $16


New Age or Old Lie
Kerry McRoberts

This is a concise treatment of the New Age philosophies and how they have infiltrated various components of our culture as well as a defense of the Christian faith in contrast. 137p. $8


A Ready Defense

Josh McDowell

This is a must for every Christian's library as it compiles four of Josh's books into one. It covers the authority of the Bible, common objections to Christianity, cults and world religions. 495p. $20


Answering Islam

Norman Geisler, Abdul Saleeb

This book reveals the basic teachings of Islam, responds to its basic beliefs and covers the Christian's answer to those claims. Islam has become the #2 religion in the United States and western culture behind Christianity. 336p. $17


The God Who is There

Francis Schaeffer

This book, written by one of the most prophetic and important Christian philosophers of our century, demonstrates how Christianity can fearlessly confront the competing philosophies of our culture. 226p. $13


He is There and He is Not Silent
Francis Schaeffer

This book naturally follows The God Who is There as it deals with one of the most fundamental of all questions: how we know, and how we know that we know. 100p. $11


True Spirituality

Francis Schaeffer

When it boils down to the bottom line, giving honest answers to honest questions must always be based on the reality of living out the Christian life before the world. This book wonderfully explores the reality of true spirituality. 180p. $11


Who Runs the Church
Dr. Steve Cowan, General Editor

Churches have split and denominations have formed over the issue of church government. Yet, while many Christians can explain their particular church's form of rule and may staunchly uphold it, few have a truly biblical understanding of it. Four views examined: Episcopalianism, Presbyterianism, Singer-Elder Congregation, Plural-Elder Congregation. $15


Love Your God With All Your Mind
J.P Moreland

The mind plays an important role in Christianity. Unfortunately, many of us leave our minds behind when it comes to our faith. In this important work, Moreland presents a logical case for the role of the mind in spiritual transformation. $14


True For You, But Not For Me
Paul Copan

A help on deflating the common slogans that leave Christians speechless, such as, "All religions lead to God," "Who are you to judge others," and "Christians are so intolerant." $13


To Everyone an Answer: A Case for the Christian Worldview
edited by Francis J. Beckwith, William Lane Craig, and J. P. Moreland

In a society fascinated by spirituality but committed to religious pluralism, the Christian worldview faces sophisticated and aggressive opposition. What is needed in this syncretistic era is an authoritative, comprehensive Christian response. This book offers such a response. $20 (reduced)


The Word-Faith Controversy
Robert M. Bowman Jr.

The word-faith movement has stirred up confusion and curiosity about the role of faith in healing and prosperity. Can believers gain bodily health and financial wealth through "positive confession"? In this work, Bowman examines the movement's origins and teaching, distinguishing acceptable Pentecostal practices from distorted offshoots. $15


The Gospel Code
Ben Witherington III

Dan Brown's international bestseller The Da Vinci Code had raised many questions in the minds of readers, blurring the lines between fact and fiction. Witherington confronts these questions and the claims of Brown's book in plain language that the interested reader can follow. $15


Harry Potter and the Bible: The Menace Behind the Magick
Richard Abanes

In this user-friendly and helpful volume, Abanes answers questions about the suitability of the series for children as well as issues about occultism, moral lessons, and how it compares to other fantasy books like those written by C.S. Lewis and Tolkein. $13


A Matter of Basic Principles: Bill Gothard and the Christian Life
by Don Veinot, Joy Veinot, and Ron Henzel

The dangerous deception of Bill Gothard and his crusade, his lack of accountability, and his failure to apply biblical principles to his own life. $16


Damaged Disciples: Casualties of Authoritarian Churches and the Shepherding Movement
by Ron & Vicki Burks

The shepherding movement is a charismatic movement that makes virtual prisoners of its followers. This book is an account of the years the Burkses were part of the shepherding movement. It is a story of their struggle to break free and rebuild their lives, and for Vicki, being rescued from the abyss of nonbeing. $8


Alternative Medicine: The Christian Handbook
Donal O'Mathuna and Walt Larimore, M.D.

What alternative therapies are there available today? Should I consider herbal remedies, dietary supplements, and vitamins? What are the claims, what is the evidence, and how do I choose wisely? Are there spiritual concerns with certain alternative therapies? A virtually exhaustive resource including a categorical and alphabetical reference guide. $15


Examining Alternative Medicine: An Inside Look at the Benefits and Risks
Paul C. Reisser, MD, Dale Mabe, D.O., Robert Velarde

How should a Christian evaluate all the new alternative therapy options available today? Is this all a fad or is it here to stay? Do some therapies have spiritual underpinnings that are at odds with a biblical framework? A philosophical look at these questions. $20


Science and Christianity: Conflict or Coherence?
By Henry F. Schaefer

Professor Schaefer is one of the most distinguished physical scientists in the world. This five time nominee for the Nobel Prize discusses how he became a Christian and provides easily understood answers to the most common "scientific" objections. $15


Islam In Context: Past, Present and Future
by Peter G. Riddell and Peter Cotterell

A highly readable and scholarly overview of the history of Islam and its current manifestations. The authors address complex, sensitive, and controversial issues with integrity, providing an immensely valuable analysis of the role of Islam in today's world and of the challenges within Islam that Muslims themselves need to address. $18


What You Need to Know About Islam & Muslims
George W. Braswell Jr.

With insight into the beliefs, social lives, family structures, and missionary strategies of the Islamic faith, this important new book offers a unique perspective to help you know and understand Islam's influential beliefs and practices. $11


Islam: its Prophet, Peoples, Politics, and Power
by George W. Braswell Jr.

An expanded version of What You Need to Know About Islam & Muslims. $25


The Shape of Sola Scriptura
by Keith A. Mathison

The issue of Sola Scriptura is not an abstract problem relevant only to 16th century Reformation, but one that poses increasingly more serious consequences for contemporary Christianity. An intriguing defense of the ancient (and classical Protestant) doctrine of Sola Scriptura against the claims of Rome, the East, and modern Evangelicalism. $17


The God Who Justifies: The Doctrine of Justification
by James R. White

In today's culture where tolerance is the new absolute, James White proclaims with passion the truth and centrality of the doctrine of justification by faith alone. $20 (hardcover)


The Roman Catholic Controversy: Catholics & Protestants...Do the Differences Still Matter?
By James R. White

More than at any time in the past, Roman Catholics and evangelicals are working together. They are standing shoulder to shoulder against social evils like abortion and homosexuality. This book examines the issues that divide, the current views of tradition, the Papacy, the Mass, Purgatory, indulgences, and Marian doctrine. White affirms that there are crucial differences regarding the heart of the gospel that cannot be ignored. $14.


Speaking the Truth in Love to Mormons
by Mark J. Cares

Mark J. Cares speaks from experience. Since 1981 he has lived and served as a pastor in Southwest Idaho where Latter-Day Saints' influence is great. Extensive research and witness to Mormons has made him one of the most sought after authors and speakers on the subject. $16


Reasoning from the Scriptures with the Jehovah's Witnesses
by Ron Rhodes

9 out of 10 Christians don't know how to answer a Jehovah's Witness. The average JW can make a "doctrinal pretzel" out of the average question in about 30 seconds, as once said by Dr. Walter Martin. Yet it is possible for Christians to effectively respond with bold confidence to a JW, and this book will show you how. $13


Amazing Grace - The History and Theology of Calvinism DVD

The first video documentary that answers the questions about the background of Calvinism. Hosted by Eric Holmberg (Hell’s Bells 1 & 2; The Massacre of Innocence) this fascinating three-part, four-hour presentation is detailed enough so as to not gloss over the controversy. At the same time, it is broken up into ten “Sunday-school-sized” sections to make the rich content manageable and accessible for the average viewer. $29.95


Lies That Go Unchallenged in Popular Culture
by Charles Colson

Colson examines seven lies that affect our contemporary society and brings clarity to various events and trends over the past decade. Topics explored include marriage, freedoms and rights, being "tolerant", and the arts & media. $13


The 10 Things You Should Know About the Creation vs. Evolution Debate
by Ron Rhodes

Learn how to respond to people who don't take creationism seriously. Concise and very informational. $11


The 10 Most Important Things You Can Say to a Catholic
by Ron Rhodes
$8


Breaking the Da Vinci Code
by Dr. Darrell L. Bock

Breaks through the cloud of conspiracy theories surrounding documents and practices of the early church. Bock's hard work provides readers with an easy entry into territory that would otherwise be daunting and confusing. (hardcover) $17


The Privileged Planet: How Our Place in the Cosmos Is Designed For Discovery
by Guillermo Gonzalez and Jay W. Richards

Is Earth merely an insignificant speck in a vast and meaningless universe? On the contrary. Find out how the universe was "finely tuned" to protect and sustain Earth, and how the laws and constants that govern the universe are narrowly defined to protect the existence of life. (hardcover) $28


Set Apart: Calling a Worldly Church to a Godly Life
by R. Kent Hughes

The church must be distinct from the world in order to reach the world. Hughes builds a case for godliness in the church-a case that echoes the biblical call to holiness. $13


Coming Out of Homosexuality: New Freedom For Men and Women
by Bob Davies and Lori Rentzel

Do you want God's will for your life but struggle with gay or lesbian desires? This is NOT a theoretical book, but a practical guide for people struggling in these areas and keys to building God-honoring relationships. Discover strategies that work based on biblical guidance. $12


God? A Debate Between a Christian and an Atheist
by William Lane Craig and Walter Sinnott-Armstrong

A wonderful exchange about the existence of God. The deepest controversies and issues related to the existence of God are debated. (hardcover) $20

Come with author Ken Boa as he explores various pathways that lead to a deeper Christian walk. That I May Know God will challenger you to live the fullness of your faith in God. $19

We don’t like to admit it, but these are not good days for evangelicalism. “Born again believers” do not differ significantly from the worldview of their neighbors. Boice believes that our ignorance of God and neglect of the gospel of grace is at the root of the problem. $18


Pilgram’s Progress Today
by Lael Arrington

A recreation of Bunyan’s 17th century classic, set against the landscape of the new millennium. $14

Christians throughout history have been strengthened by the knowledge that God knows everything about the future. But what if God could only rely on His best guess about tomorrow? Would it not affect your trust in Him, your confidence in facing the future? A look at the view of Open Theism, and contrastingly, a true view of God’s sovereignty. $12

The concept of the truth as absolute, objective and universal has undergone serious deterioration in recent years. No longer is it a goals for all to pursue. Rather, postmodernism sees truth as inseparable from culture, psychology, race and gender. But, is truth ultimately what we make it? The author unveils how truth has come under attack and how it can be defended in the areas of theology, apologetics, ethics and the arts. $14


Know the Truth: A Handbook of Christian Belief
by Bruce Milne, foreword by J.I. Packer

Understanding and appreciating who God is and what He has done for us is at the center of Christian faith. A concise handbook on what the Bible teaches in major areas of Christian doctrine such as the Bible, God, humanity, Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the Church. $16

Where do you go to get well? For some people, the answer to that question is no longer, “to the doctor.” More and more are turning to alternative treatments such as acupuncture, acupressure, therapeutic touch, meditation, homeopathy, and biofeedback. Do these practices promote wellness and healing for the whole person? Get the medical facts. $10

Authors go into detailed accounts of psychic healing, its occult roots, and why it is such a dangerous practice. More than just one of the strangest and most distu