CIA | 2026

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CIA | 2026

ABOUT CrossExamined Instructor Academy

Who We Are & What We Do

An intensive three-day Christian apologetics training experience designed to equip believers to confidently defend the faith.

The CrossExamined Instructor Academy (CIA) is a very selective, three-day intensive apologetics training event designed to train the next generation of Christian apologists to clearly articulate and defend the truth of Christianity in the most challenging environments.

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About the CrossExamined Instructor Academy 2026

An intensive 3-day Christian apologetics training experience designed to equip believers to confidently defend the faith.

Why the Instructor Academy Exists

The CrossExamined Instructor Academy (CIA) is a very selective, three-day intensive apologetics training event designed to train the next generation of Christian apologists to clearly articulate and defend the truth of Christianity in the most challenging environments: classrooms, churches, conversations, and culture at large.

Our mission is to train the next generation of Christian apologists by equipping them to:

• Clearly and persuasively articulate reasonable arguments for Christianity
• Respond to skepticism with evidence and critical thinking
• Develop structured debate skills
• Capture and intrigue an audience through thought-provoking arguments

This is not passive learning. It is hands-on training for real-world engagement.

 

Applications Open April 1st 2026!

How CIA Is Different from Other Christian Training

Intensive
Format

Three days fully focused on personalized Christian apologetics training.

 

Direct Access to Instructors

Designed to be an intimate and meaningful interactive experience.

 

Instructor-Level Depth

Designed to train the next generation of Christian apologists.

 

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Hosted by CrossExamined

The Instructor Academy is hosted by CrossExamined, a leading Christian apologetics organization dedicated to proclaiming the evidence for Christianity and cross-examining claims against it.

For years, CrossExamined has engaged skeptics on college campuses, hosted debates, and trained the next generation of Christian apologists to clearly articulate reasonable arguments for Christianity.

The CrossExamined Instructor Academy represents the next level of that mission, raising up the next generation of Christian apologists.

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Who the Academy Is Designed For

Youth Pastors and Church Leaders

College Campus Ministry Staff & Leaders

Christian Educators

Aspiring Apologists

Theology, Philosophy, and Seminary Students

Committed Christian Evangelists

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What You Will Walk Away With

Sharpen your apologetics skills to make a persuasive case for Christianity.

Intrigue your friends and relatives to investigate Jesus.

Capture an audience with proven presentation techniques.

Answer the most challenging objections to Christianity without breaking a sweat.

Stay cool under pressure and master Q&A strategies for real conversations.

Know the right questions to ask a pressing skeptic.

Receive instructor feedback and a certificate as a CrossExamined Instructor Academy graduate.

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Meet the Instructors

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Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Journey as a Defender of the Faith?

Limited seats available.

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