Matt Bradner uses Matthew 13:31-32 to show that decisions that may seem insignificant can lead to great destinations or great destruction. Therefore, it is important that we actively take steps closer to God, rather than away.
2023 Session 5: Leaving a Legacy of Spiritual Impact
Matt Bradner uses Matthew 28:18-20 to examine The Great Commission and to explain Christians’ spiritual calling to make disciples.
2023 Session 4: Cultivating What is Unique to You
Matt Bradner uses Psalms: 133:1-3 to demonstarate how God has purposed us to be good Christian teammates that together make up a great team.
2023 Session 3: Living in Light of the Gospel
Nate Bishop uses Romans 12:1-8 to explain how God has, is, and will continue to work in our lives.
2023 Session 2: No Excuses
Nate Bishop uses Romans 3:9-20 to explain that because all have sinned against God, all are accountable to God.
2023 Session 1: The Gospel is Good News Everyday
Nate Bishop uses Romans 1:8-17 to explain how the gospel is good news always. He explains how the Gospel never disappoints, always saves, radically transforms, and fully sustains.
2023 Seminar: Christianity 101 (Christian Barrett)
If you're coming to the New Year's Conference and have expressed barriers to believing in the Christian faith, or, if you are a believer but have doubts that feel difficult to overcome, this seminar will take time to engage with a few common barriers to belief, and hopefully, find the truth to help with overcoming your barriers to belief and persistent doubts.
2023 Seminar: Church and the College Years (Andrew Vandermass)
As a Christian you are welcomed into the family of God. While that truth connects us with believers all over the world, it is given particular expression in the local church for the benefit of every believer — including college students. Being a part of a local church is an incredible resource for you now, and learning to appreciate this resource during the college years will help prepare you for the post-college years when ongoing community and discipleship are critical! Join us as together we seek to appreciate the gift of a local church family.
2023 Seminar: Discipleship (Chase Walker)
To be discipled by Jesus is to learn from him, and by his grace to become like him. But what role do others play in my discipleship, and what role is Jesus calling me to play in the discipleship of others? Let’s learn together from Jesus, as he shows us what impact could be produced from a lifelong pursuit of discipleship for ourselves and for others.
2023 Seminar: Evangelism (Blake Buckman)
In Luke chapter 5 we see a story of four friends trying hard to get their paralyzed friend to Jesus for healing. They're so desperate, they're willing to rip the roof of a house off for their buddy to encounter Jesus. They end up receiving so much more than they anticipated. Do you have a desire for your friends to know Jesus like these guys? Come hear about why God wants to use YOU for evangelism and learn about some practical and simple ways to share your faith with your friends. Let's be willing to rip off the roof to get even one person to Jesus.
2023 Seminar: Friendship (Ashley Scruggs)
Could I really be making decisions right now about friendship that would change the rest of my life? What messages do I get from the culture that are spot on about God’s design for healthy friendships? Anything better that God offers?
2023 Seminar: Security and Shame (Stefan Sauder)
A secure identity. We all want one, but struggle at having one. The greatest barrier to a secure identity is something we talk little about...our shame. Come learn how to function out of a secure identity in Christ by dealing with your shame.
2023 Seminar: Making Decisions (Andy Hardin)
Why is decision making so hard? What are some practical steps I can take to make wise decisions? We all need help in making decisions. In this seminar, we will answer the questions above by giving you a Biblical perspective on decision making. If you need help in making hard decisions, this is the seminar for you!
2023 Seminar: Making a Difference: How College Students Can Change the World (Tony Dentman)
Discover how college students can change the world by being purposeful leaders. This seminar will help you understand the link between self-discovery and lasting impact, so you can create a legacy that inspires future generations.
2022 Session 5: The Plan for God's Mission
Will Witherington uses Romans 8:19-21 to help us understand The Plan for God's Mission.
2022 Session 4: The Scope of God's Mission
Will Witherington uses Revelation 5:1-14 to help us understand The Scope of God's Mission.
2022 Seminar: Autonomy, Myself, and I
Taylor Swift did a commencement speech at NYU in 2022 in which she told them, “It can be really challenging to figure out who you are on a particular day as you are figuring out where you want to go. I have good news, It’s totally up to you. I have terrifying news, It’s totally up to you.” Ever feel pressure to validate yourself, follow your heart, figure out who you are, do anything you put your mind to, or any of a dozen other popular mantras? Let’s think about the good, the bad, and the impossibility of it all.
-Paul Poteat
2022 Seminar: Leadership That Matters
Tony Dentman is a speaker, author, as well as a life and fundraising coach. He is the Founder and Executive Director of the Funding Tribe Foundation (2018). He is passionate about leadership, diversity, and fundraising, and has a career history of coaching and equipping team members to excel and grow into roles of expanded scope and responsibility. He has over 14 years of experience as a fundraising coach and has trained hundreds of leaders.
2022 Session 3: God's Perfect Joy is Reserved for Forgiven People, Not Perfect Ones
John O takes us through Psalm 32:1-11 to help us understand that God's Perfect Joy is Reserved for Forgiven People, Not Perfect Ones.
2022 Seminar: Identity: Who Are You?
Who do you say you are? Who does God say you are? Understanding how to align these two answers may matter more than anything else.
-Chase Smith