(SIS S1 E11) Reaching Rural and Underserved Areas with Apologetics (w. Manuel Boglio)

By: Brian G. Chilton and Curtis Evelo | September 19, 2021

Through the summer, the Bellator Christi Podcast features a new series entitled the “Summer Interview Series” which engages the top Christian scholars and experts in their chosen fields. On the 11th episode of our Summer Interview Series, we interview apologist Manuel Boglio. Manuel hosts a YouTube podcast entitled “Podcast Bendecidos para Bendecir.” Manuel is a PhD Candidate and serves his church as he reaches the good folks in Puerto Rico. On today’s episode, we discuss the need to reach rural and underserved areas with apologetics.

Tell us how you came to Christ.
What led you to apologetics?
Why is apologetics important for all believers?
What are some of the biggest obstacles one might face when reaching rural areas with apologetics?
How might we overcome resistance to apologetics, especially in local churches?
In your opinion, what is the most important apologetic argument, and why?
How can our listeners learn more about your ministry and resources?

About our Guest: Manuel Boglio

Manuel Boglio is a Ph.D. Candidate in the Theology and Apologetics program at Liberty University. He is a Christian apologist serving the good people in Puerto Rico. He operates an online ministry called “Bendecidos para Bendecir” which can be found at https://bendecidosblog.com and a YouTube account found at https://www.youtube.com/c/ManuelBoglio.

Brian Chilton: Founder of Bellator Christi Ministries

Brian G. Chilton is a Ph.D. Candidate in the Theology and Apologetics program at Liberty University. He is the host of The Bellator Christi Podcast and the founder of Bellator Christi. He received his Master of Divinity in Theology from Liberty University (with high distinction); his Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies and Philosophy from Gardner-Webb University (with honors); and plans to purse philosophical studies at Biola University. Brian is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and the Evangelical Philosophical Society. Brian has served in pastoral ministry for nearly 20 years and currently serves as a clinical hospice chaplain. Additionally, he serves as an editor for the Eleutheria Journal and is an Associate Editor for MoralApologetics.com.

https://www.amazon.com/Laymans-Manual-Christian-Apologetics-Essentials/dp/1532697104

Curtis Evelo: Co-Host and Producer of the Bellator Christi Podcast

Curtis Evelo is a cattle rancher at the E6 Hereford Ranch in St. Ignatius, Montana. Curtis is the Co-Host and Producer of the Bellator Christi Podcast. He often teaches and speaks at his church Cornerstone Faith Center in St. Ignatius. Curtis provides a common-sense approach to Christianity as he contemplates the wonders of God’s creation in Big Sky Country.

Dig Even Deeper with These Resources

(Article) “The Current State of Apologetics and the Cure to Its Division,” https://bellatorchristi.com/2019/12/16/the-current-state-of-apologetics-and-the-cure-to-its-division/

(Article) “Unexpected Benefit of Apologetics,” https://bellatorchristi.com/2017/02/07/an-unexpected-benefit-of-apologetics/

(Article) “People Do Not Come to Faith From Arguments: 4 Objections to Apologetics,” https://bellatorchristi.com/2016/08/30/people-do-not-come-to-faith-from-arguments-4-objections-to-apologetics/