Nic Blackie is a passionate Christian apologist, evangelist, and youth ministry leader with a heart for equipping the next generation to know what they believe and why they believe it. His interest in apologetics began in high school, where he became fascinated by the big questions surrounding faith, truth, and culture. This passion led him to help establish and run a high school apologetics group for seven years, giving young people the tools to think critically about Christianity and engage confidently with the challenges of their generation.
Nic now serves as the Schools and Camps Director for Thinking Matters, where he is actively involved in developing and delivering apologetics programmes, camps, and teaching opportunities for young people across New Zealand. He has spoken in churches, schools, camps, and conferences, addressing challenging questions surrounding the existence of God, the reliability of the Bible, the resurrection of Jesus, science and faith, and the problem of evil.
Alongside his teaching ministry, Nic has a passion for personal evangelism and regularly participates in street outreach, engaging people from a variety of backgrounds in conversations about the Christian faith. He has also hosted apologetics discussions through his podcast, The Garrison, and continues to contribute to the Thinking Matters podcast and teaching resources.
Whether speaking to a room of young people, equipping church communities, or having conversations on the street, Nic loves helping people develop a thoughtful, well-grounded faith. His desire is to see Christians equipped to think clearly, live faithfully, and share the hope of the gospel with confidence, gentleness, and grace.
Milk Cartons, Creation, and Concentration Camps
How do we know God exists? This talk explores three powerful arguments for the existence of God: the cosmological (a beginning needs a cause), the teleological (design points to a designer), and the axiological (moral law requires a lawgiver). Using
everyday illustrations—from milk cartons to dominoes—and real-world examples like the Holocaust, Nic makes the case that creation, design, and morality all point clearly to the God of the Bible. A great introduction for anyone wrestling with the big question
of God’s existence.
A Reliable Resurrection
How do we know Jesus really rose from the dead? The resurrection isn’t just central to Christianity — it’s the cornerstone. If it happened, Christianity is true; if it didn’t, our faith is in vain. In this talk, Nic examines the evidence like a detective working a cold case: Are the witnesses trustworthy? Has their testimony changed? Is there corroborating evidence? Looking at the gospels, manuscript reliability, non-Christian historians, and archaeology, Nic shows that the resurrection stands as one of the best-attested events in ancient history.
Why Does God Allow Suffering?
War. Famine. Cancer. Heartbreak. If God is loving and powerful, why is the world so full of pain? This is one of the hardest questions people ask — and one that Christians themselves wrestle with. In this talk, Nic explores the problem of suffering head-on: showing why the very existence of evil points to God, how the Fall explains the brokenness we see around us, and how God can work even the worst situations for good. With compassion and clarity, he points us to the cross and the hope of a future where God will wipe away every tear.
How to Be a Reasonable Reasoner
Sharing your faith can feel intimidating, awkward, or even impossible — but it doesn’t have to be. In this talk, Nic shows how every Christian can become a thoughtful, effective ambassador for Christ. He explores three key qualities every disciple needs: knowledge (understanding what you believe and why), wisdom (knowing how to communicate it effectively), and character (living a life that matches your message). Packed with practical tactics, real-life examples, and engaging illustrations, this talk equips you to have calm, meaningful conversations about Jesus — asking the right questions, making compelling points, and pointing others to the life-changing truth of the gospel.
Book Nic for Your Next Event
Looking for a speaker who can engage your audience with the big questions of life and faith? Nic Blackie brings energy, insight, and a passion for making Christian apologetics accessible and relevant. Whether speaking to youth groups, church gatherings, school audiences, or conferences, Nic will challenge people to think deeply, explore the evidence for Christianity, and grow in confidence to share their faith.
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