Apologetics is more about honoring God than winning an argument. Scripturally speaking, the main purpose of apologetics is not to "win a case" like a litigator, because the "jury" may be hopelessly corrupt or distracted. Rather, apologetics is primarily a science for honoring the Lord by carefully studying and then accurately communicating His revealed truth (biblical, scientific, historical, etc.), especially those truths that are questioned or opposed or misrepresented, ultimately trusting God to accomplish His good with the truths communicated.
James. J.S. Johnson, "Understanding Effective Biblical Apologetics." Acts & Facts 39(4):8-9, quoting and explaining 1 Peter 3:15. cited in Acts & Facts Vol. 39 no.12, December 2010, p.8. Acts & Facts is a monthly publication of the Institute for Creation Research.
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