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Mastering the "Columbo Tactic" for Young Age Creationism
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Mastering the "Columbo Tactic" for Young Age Creationism

The Winsome Creationist

February 27, 202533m 55s

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Show Notes

Want to have better conversations about young age creationism? In this episode, I break down Greg Koukl’s Columbo Tactic—a powerful way to ask the right questions, stay in control, and challenge assumptions without starting a debate. Learn how to use three simple questions to guide discussions and make your points persuasively.

Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro & why conversations matter
02:30 - What is the Columbo Tactic?
05:45 - The power of asking the right questions
09:15 - Question 1: “What do you mean by that?”
13:00 - Question 2: “How did you come to that conclusion?”
16:45 - Question 3: “Have you ever considered…?”
21:30 - Real-world examples & applications
28:00 - How to stay winsome & persuasive
32:00 - Final thoughts & next steps

Want to sharpen your skills? Let me know how these tactics work for you in the comments!

Topics

Young Earth CreationismColumbo TacticHow to Defend CreationismChristian ApologeticsGreg Koukl TacticsHow to Debate EvolutionBiblical CreationCreation vs EvolutionPersuasive Conversation TacticsStand to Reason