15 May 2026, 13:24Pr Wil Masih; edited by SM CommunicationsInverness, Highland, Scotland, United Kingdom
“Ask Questions that Matter” Event Highlights Growing Focus on Discipleship and Apologetics
Helping believers engage confidently with difficult questions, the “Ask Questions that Matter” event combined worship, discussion, and apologetics in Inverness.
As part of the discipleship culture emerging across the Scottish Mission, increasing emphasis is being placed on helping believers strengthen their faith and engage thoughtfully with the questions shaping modern society. On Saturday 9 May, members, leaders, young people, and visitors gathered at Inverness Seventh-day Adventist Church for “Ask Questions that Matter,” an apologetics event organised by Pr Wil Masih, Personal Ministries and Evangelism Sponsor of the Scottish Mission.
The event formed part of the Mission’s wider Big Questions Project, an initiative designed to help churches respond with clarity, wisdom, and compassion in a culture where religious belief is often questioned or misunderstood.
Grounded in 1 Peter 3:15, the event invited attendees to consider what it means to “always be ready to give a reason for the hope that you have,” not simply as an intellectual exercise, but as part of everyday Christian life and witness.
A Call to Reflective and Credible Faith
Opening the programme, Pr Masih addressed a tension many Christians experience: the desire to share faith meaningfully in a society that often challenges its credibility. He noted that while relationships remain central to Christian witness, many people today also expect faith to engage honestly with questions of meaning, evidence, and integrity.
Drawing on Matthew 22:37 — “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind” — he reminded the audience that Christianity is not opposed to thoughtful enquiry. Instead, believers are called to engage both heart and mind, cultivating a faith that can withstand scrutiny and offer hope with clarity and conviction.
This message appeared to connect strongly with many present, particularly the young people who participated actively in the small-group discussions. Their engagement signalled something important: apologetics is not merely for theologians or scholars, but is a discipleship tool that can help every Christian speak about faith with confidence and humility.
Collaboration Strengthening Ministry
The afternoon session, chaired by Pr Masih, featured a presentation from Gavin Matthews of Solas, a Scottish-based Christian apologetics ministry best known for helping Christians explain and defend their faith in a thoughtful, accessible, and culturally relevant way.
Matthews contributed practical insight into communicating Christian belief meaningfully within contemporary Scottish culture, and the breakout discussions that followed gave attendees opportunity to reflect on, question, and apply what they had heard. This collaborative approach also illustrates a wider recognition that ministry in today’s environment benefits from shared experience, cooperation, and mutual learning.
Worship, Discussion, and Honest Conversation
Musical contributions from the Inverness and Elgin singing groups added moments of worship and reflection to the programme, complementing the day’s teaching and discussions.
Participants spoke openly about the challenges of living out their faith in settings where religious belief is sometimes met with scepticism or indifference. Yet the atmosphere throughout the day remained hopeful, reflecting a confidence that thoughtful Christian engagement still has an important contribution to make within Scottish society.
Part of a Wider Movement Across Scotland
The Inverness gathering is one of several discipleship and apologetics events taking place across the Scottish Mission as part of a wider effort to equip members to engage meaningfully with contemporary society.
The 9 May gathering reflected a growing desire among believers for deeper understanding, stronger foundations, and a faith that remains relevant within the complexities of modern life.
As the Big Questions Project continues to develop, the Scottish Mission hopes to contribute constructively to conversations about faith in today's society through collaboration, discipleship, and a renewed commitment to giving a reason for the hope Christians hold.
Looking Ahead
The next discipleship and apologetics event is scheduled for 28 June. For further information, please contact Pr Wil Masih.
Helping believers engage confidently with difficult questions, the “Ask Questions that Matter” event combined worship, discussion, and apologetics in Inverness.
As part of the discipleship culture emerging across the Scottish Mission, increasing emphasis is being placed on helping believers strengthen their faith and engage thoughtfully with the questions shaping modern society. On Saturday 9 May, members, leaders, young people, and visitors gathered at Inverness Seventh-day Adventist Church for “Ask Questions that Matter,” an apologetics event organised by Pr Wil Masih, Personal Ministries and Evangelism Sponsor of the Scottish Mission.
The event formed part of the Mission’s wider Big Questions Project, an initiative designed to help churches respond with clarity, wisdom, and compassion in a culture where religious belief is often questioned or misunderstood.
Grounded in 1 Peter 3:15, the event invited attendees to consider what it means to “always be ready to give a reason for the hope that you have,” not simply as an intellectual exercise, but as part of everyday Christian life and witness.
A Call to Reflective and Credible Faith
Opening the programme, Pr Masih addressed a tension many Christians experience: the desire to share faith meaningfully in a society that often challenges its credibility. He noted that while relationships remain central to Christian witness, many people today also expect faith to engage honestly with questions of meaning, evidence, and integrity.
Drawing on Matthew 22:37 — “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind” — he reminded the audience that Christianity is not opposed to thoughtful enquiry. Instead, believers are called to engage both heart and mind, cultivating a faith that can withstand scrutiny and offer hope with clarity and conviction.
This message appeared to connect strongly with many present, particularly the young people who participated actively in the small-group discussions. Their engagement signalled something important: apologetics is not merely for theologians or scholars, but is a discipleship tool that can help every Christian speak about faith with confidence and humility.
Collaboration Strengthening Ministry
The afternoon session, chaired by Pr Masih, featured a presentation from Gavin Matthews of Solas, a Scottish-based Christian apologetics ministry best known for helping Christians explain and defend their faith in a thoughtful, accessible, and culturally relevant way.
Matthews contributed practical insight into communicating Christian belief meaningfully within contemporary Scottish culture, and the breakout discussions that followed gave attendees opportunity to reflect on, question, and apply what they had heard. This collaborative approach also illustrates a wider recognition that ministry in today’s environment benefits from shared experience, cooperation, and mutual learning.
Worship, Discussion, and Honest Conversation
Musical contributions from the Inverness and Elgin singing groups added moments of worship and reflection to the programme, complementing the day’s teaching and discussions.
Participants spoke openly about the challenges of living out their faith in settings where religious belief is sometimes met with scepticism or indifference. Yet the atmosphere throughout the day remained hopeful, reflecting a confidence that thoughtful Christian engagement still has an important contribution to make within Scottish society.
Part of a Wider Movement Across Scotland
The Inverness gathering is one of several discipleship and apologetics events taking place across the Scottish Mission as part of a wider effort to equip members to engage meaningfully with contemporary society.
The 9 May gathering reflected a growing desire among believers for deeper understanding, stronger foundations, and a faith that remains relevant within the complexities of modern life.
As the Big Questions Project continues to develop, the Scottish Mission hopes to contribute constructively to conversations about faith in today's society through collaboration, discipleship, and a renewed commitment to giving a reason for the hope Christians hold.
Looking Ahead
The next discipleship and apologetics event is scheduled for 28 June. For further information, please contact Pr Wil Masih.
