Tactics: A Game Plan For Discussing Your Christ... May 2026

: Follow a person's logic to its ultimate conclusion to show that it leads to an absurd or unacceptable result .

In his book , Gregory Koukl shifts the focus of evangelism from winning arguments to a "gardening" approach—planting "seeds" or "putting a stone in someone's shoe" to get them thinking . The core strategy, known as the Ambassador Model , emphasizes three pillars: knowledge, wisdom, and character . The Game Plan: The Columbo Tactic Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christ...

: When someone cites an "expert" opinion, ask for the reasons behind the conclusion rather than accepting the person's credentials as final proof . Where to Get the Book : Follow a person's logic to its ultimate

: For aggressive challengers who constantly interrupt, Koukl recommends politely but firmly asking for the floor, and if that fails, disengaging entirely . The Game Plan: The Columbo Tactic : When