The sole focus of Dr. John Ankerberg’s ministry is to increase awareness of Christian apologetics, giving you the confidence to defend your faith using hard proof about the reliability of the Bible, the historical evidence of the resurrection of Jesus, the existence of God, and the compatibility of Christianity with science and reason. 

John Ankerberg’s teachings arm you with the knowledge to defend your faith effectively, and to engage with sceptics with reasoned arguments and persuasive evidence. John’s ministry is committed to educating Christians and non-Christians about the foundational truth of Christianity. His teaching style is one of respectful dialogue, which makes his ministry approachable and accessible to all.  

His TV programme, “The John Ankerberg Show” is aired in 10 languages, reaching 4.5 billion people across nearly every nation. The show features interviews with leading scholars, theologians, and specialists in fields such as biblical studies, archaeology, science, and philosophy. 

John was born in Chicago, Illinois, USA in 1945. He is married to Darlene, and they have one adult daughter. John Ankerberg ministries was launched in 1980, the same year that the Ankerberg's moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee where they still live.