Allie Beth Stuckey gave a master class in Christian apologetics earlier this week, defending some of the most controversial conservative positions of our day with grace and truth.
Her debate on “Surrounded” has gone viral with over 1.7 million views. If you are a conservative Christian, it is a must-see.
For an hour and 40 minutes, Stuckey debated five different topics with 20 progressive self-described Christians. Topics ranged from God’s design for marriage, abortion, toxic empathy that leads to sin, progressivism, and whether the church’s position on homosexuality causes “damage and suffering to gay people.”
“Surrounded” is produced by Jubilee Media. The series pits one notable figure against a group of 20 opponents. People literally sit in a circle around the featured person sitting at a debate table and jump into debate when given the opportunity.
The guest typically make several claims, while those opposing side take turns debating or challenging the position. When members of the group feel that the person currently debating isn’t strong or fair in their arguments, they can raise a red flag to end that person’s turn and another individual can take a turn in the debate chair.
Charlie Kirk, Lila Rose, Michael Knowles, Ben Shapiro and Jordan Peterson include other nnotable conservative individuals featured on “Surrounded.”
According to Stuckey, the episode was recorded shortly after Charlie Kirk’s death and she almost canceled the debate. Her last real conversation with Kirk included receiving advice on how to approach the debate.
Stuckey also shared feeling the presence of the Holy Spirit during the debate. It was recorded the day before Kirk’s memorial and even the producers, who Stuckey says are progressive, felt a difference in the tone. Stuckey credits Jesus and thanked Charlie for coaching her and playing a part in honoring Jesus through the debate.
Here are more viral moments in Stuckey’s debate.
Well done, Allie Beth Stuckey, for modeling how to engage faithfully with a culture that often rejects a conservative Christian worldview. She defended Christian teaching without hostility, held firm to her beliefs without arrogance and spoke with grace even under fire.
In a time when many believers feel cultural pressure to water down their biblical convictions, Stuckey represents exactly what it means to stand your ground. She represented a Christian worldview that does not drift depending on the cultural norms but is anchored in the truth of the Bible.
Stuckey reminded all of us that it is not only possible to represent our Christian worldview in a hostile environment, but it is extremely powerful when it is unashamedly executed with grace and truth.
Watch the entire debate here.
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