7:00pm EDT
Pre-Event (add-on ticket required) – Engage and Equip: A Christian Conversation about Extraterrestrial Phenomena
Speakers
Founder & Senior Scholar, SES Adjunct Professor, Reasons to Believe
Astrophysicist Hugh Ross is the founder of Reasons to Believe, an organization that researches and communicates how discoveries about nature harmonize with the words of the Bible. He currently serves as the RTB Senior Scholar. His books include Weathering Climate Change, The Creator...
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Associate Professor of Philosophy and Theology, SES Alum, Southern Evangelical Seminary
Brian is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Theology and the Director of the Ph.D. program at Southern Evangelical Seminary. He has taught at The Art Institute of Charlotte, Arborbrook Christian Academy, and also teaches at Apologia. His BA is from Lee University in History with...
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President & CEO, SES Adjunct Professor, Reasons to Believe
Biochemist Fazale “Fuz” Rana is President and CEO at Reasons to Believe, an organization dedicated to communicating the powerful scientific support for Christianity. His books include Humans 2.0, Thinking about Evolution, and Fit for a Purpose.
9:00am EDT
Should You Follow Your Heart?
Speakers
President, SES Alum & Adjunct Professor, CrossExamined.org
Dr. Frank Turek is a dynamic speaker and award-winning author or coauthor of four books: Stealing from God: Why Atheists Need God to make their Case, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist, Correct, Not Politically Correct and Legislating Morality. As the President of CrossExamined.org...
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9:55am EDT
Developing Gentleness and Respect in Evangelism
Speakers
Founder & Senior Scholar, SES Adjunct Professor, Reasons to Believe
Astrophysicist Hugh Ross is the founder of Reasons to Believe, an organization that researches and communicates how discoveries about nature harmonize with the words of the Bible. He currently serves as the RTB Senior Scholar. His books include Weathering Climate Change, The Creator...
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10:45am EDT
10:45am EDT
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1A – How Can Jesus Be the Only Way? Plus Q&A
Speakers
President, SES Alum & Adjunct Professor, CrossExamined.org
Dr. Frank Turek is a dynamic speaker and award-winning author or coauthor of four books: Stealing from God: Why Atheists Need God to make their Case, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist, Correct, Not Politically Correct and Legislating Morality. As the President of CrossExamined.org...
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11:10am EDT
Breakout 1B – Fit for a Purpose
Speakers
President & CEO, SES Adjunct Professor, Reasons to Believe
Biochemist Fazale “Fuz” Rana is President and CEO at Reasons to Believe, an organization dedicated to communicating the powerful scientific support for Christianity. His books include Humans 2.0, Thinking about Evolution, and Fit for a Purpose.
Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
The Apex
11:10am EDT
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1D – The False Gospel of Social Justice
Speakers
Adjunct Professor, SES Alum, Southern Evangelical Seminary
I have been married to Amber since 2003 and we have six beautiful children (one in heaven). I became a Christian in 1999 after trying to refute Christianity. After finding out it is true, I went on for my first Masters at Southern Evangelical Seminary (in Christian Apologetics) and...
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Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 308
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1E – Apologetics, Evangelism, Discipleship, and the Battle for Your Soul
Speakers
President, SES Alum & Adjunct Professor, Norm Geisler International Ministries
David currently serves as the president and co-founder of Norm Geisler International Ministries (www.NGIM.org). He teaches as an adjunct professor at Southern Evangelical Seminary and Veritas International University. He has been involved in church and para-church ministry for over...
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Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 315
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1F – Persevering Through Persecution
Speakers
President, SES Alum, Reason For Truth
Steven Garofalo is a dynamic speaker, author and the President of the ReasonForTruth.org, EquippedAcademy.Com and host of the Reason For Truth Podcast and YouTube Channels. As a dynamic and engaging communicator Steven appeals to both the heart and mind. See more about Reason For...
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Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 316
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1G – Walking Right Side Up In an Upside Down World
Speakers
Director, SES Alum, Ray Ciervo Ministries
Ray Ciervo holds an M.A. and D.Min. in apologetics from SES. He has pastored, taught Bible college, and holds seminars and conferences regularly in NJ. He helps the church strengthen their faith and witness to declare the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 317
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1H – Christianity and Slavery
Speakers
Founder, SES Alum, Giving An Answer
Dr. H.C. Felder is a former atheist and NASA Software Engineer. After becoming a believer and being exposed to the truth of Christianity, he has dedicated his life to sharing that truth with others through his ministry Giving An Answer. He has an undergraduate degree in Computer...
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Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 318
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1I – Why is Christianity Good and not Bad for the World?
Speakers
President/CEO, Ratio Christi
Corey Miller (PhD, Aberdeen) is President/CEO of Ratio Christi: Campus Apologetics Alliance. He grew up in Utah as a seventh generation Mormon before coming to Christ. He's been a pastor, a professor (Purdue and Indiana Universities) of philosophy and comparative religions, and campus...
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Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 319
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1J – Scriptural Womanhood in the Twenty-First Century
Speakers
Former Dean of Women, SES Alum, Southern Evangelical Seminary
Nora Hale is a graduate of SES. After graduation she served as Dean of Women developing a women’s ministry certificate to encourage seminary wives of men preparing for ministry to be equipped in apologetics and Bible study methods.
Nora is a wife, mother and grandmother, taking...
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Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 320
11:10am EDT
11:10am EDT
Breakout 1L – Engaging Muslims in Gospel Conversations
Speakers
Islamic Outreach, SES Alum, Tactical Evangelism
Olin is a native of South Carolina and grew up in a Christian home, but did not come to know Christ as his personal Savior until later on in life. After graduating high school in 1983 with no further plans of continuing his education, it became evident that God had other plans. On...
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Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 323
11:10am EDT
Spanish 1 – ¿Es la Biblia sexista?
Speakers
Speaker/ Writer, SES Alum, Reasons for Hope
Juan is an apologist and SES alumni. He engages in apologetics in both English and Spanish--in the US, Latin America, and Asia.
Juan es un apologista graduado de SES. Él ejerce su ministerio tanto en español como en inglés--en los EU, Latinoamérica, y Asia.
Friday April 8, 2022 11:10am - 12:05pm EDT
Rm 322
12:05pm EDT
1:30pm EDT
Breakout 2A – How to Share a Forensic Faith
Speakers
Cold Case Detective / Author, Cold Case Christianity
J. Warner Wallace is a Dateline featured Cold-Case Detective, Author, Speaker, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, and Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Southern Evangelical Seminary
1:30pm EDT
1:30pm EDT
1:30pm EDT
1:30pm EDT
Breakout 2E – The Need for Apologists in a World of Gospel Confusion
Speakers
CEO, SES Alum, Engage 360
Matt Schmidt is the CEO of Engage 360 Ministries (E360). Engage 360 is focused on evangelism training for the modern world by helping Christians to have effective spiritual conversations in everyday life. Matt has an MA Philosophy from Southern Evangelical Seminary and has spoken...
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Friday April 8, 2022 1:30pm - 2:25pm EDT
Rm 315
1:30pm EDT
Breakout 2F – Dealing with Wokeness on College Campuses
Speakers
Chapter Director, SES Alum, Ratio Christi
Eric graduated from Southern Evangelical Seminary in 2010 with a M.A. in Religion. He has been the chapter director of Ratio Christi at The Ohio State University (64,000 students) since 2009. He is also the director of Ratio Christi at Columbus State Community College (30,000) students...
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Friday April 8, 2022 1:30pm - 2:25pm EDT
Rm 316
1:30pm EDT
Breakout 2G – "Worldviews" in Conflict: Classic vs Historic Worldview Theory
Speakers
Director of Theological Studies, SES Alum, Veritas International University
Dr. Bill Roach is an author, professor, ordained minister, and international speaker. He serves as the Director of Theological Studies at Veritas International University and professor at several other seminaries and colleges. Dr. Roach is the author of several books and dozens of...
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Friday April 8, 2022 1:30pm - 2:25pm EDT
Rm 317
1:30pm EDT
Breakout 2H – If God Exists, Why Is There Evil? A Biblical Answer
Speakers
Assistant Professor of English and Philosophy, SES Alum, South Plains College
Kyle is an Assistant Professor of English and Philosophy at South Plains College where he teaches introductory philosophy, introductory world religions, and English composition. Kyle earned a PhD in Philosophy of Religion and a MA in Apologetics from Southern Evangelical Seminary...
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Friday April 8, 2022 1:30pm - 2:25pm EDT
Rm 318
1:30pm EDT
Breakout 2I – Artificial Intelligence: What's the Big Deal?
Speakers
Founder, SES Alum, DoubtLess Faith
Kristen Davis is the Founder of DoubtLess Faith Ministries, the President of Eat Steak Not Cake, and the Co-Founder of Adventurous Apologetics. She speaks internationally; is an Associate of Associates for Biblical Research, an Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Houston Baptist University...
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Friday April 8, 2022 1:30pm - 2:25pm EDT
Rm 319
1:30pm EDT
1:30pm EDT
1:30pm EDT
1:30pm EDT
2:25pm EDT
2:50pm EDT
Jesus Just Left Chicago
Speakers
Provost; Professor of Philosophy and Apologetics, and Norman L. Geisler Chair of Christian Apologetics, Southern Evangelical Seminary
Richard G. Howe is a writer as well as a public speaker and debater in churches, conferences, and university campuses on issues concerning Christian apologetics and philosophy. He is Provost, Professor of Philosophy and Apologetics, and Norman L. Geisler Chair of Christian Apologetics...
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3:50pm EDT
Five Resurrection Facts That Occurred by 36 A.D.
Speakers
Distinguished Research Professor and Chair in the Department of Philosophy and Theology, Liberty University
Gary Habermas has dedicated his professional life to the examination of the relevant historical, philosophical, and theological issues surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus. His extensive list of publications and debates provides a thorough account of the current state of...
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4:45pm EDT
6:45pm EDT
Defending Truth with a Fearless Faith
Speakers
Senior Advisor and Ministry Spokesperson for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and Samaritan’s Purse, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association / Samaritan's Purse
Due to extenuating circumstances, Edward Graham will not be able to attend this year’s NCCA. We are, however, excited to have his sister, Cissie Graham Lynch join us in his stead. Cissie serves as Senior Advisor for Samaritan’s Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association...
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8:10pm EDT
Facing the Challenges of Evil Days
Speakers
President, SES Alum, Southern Evangelical Seminary
After a distinguished career as both a lawyer and a judge, Judge Ginn retired as the Senior Resident Superior Court Judge for the 24th Judicial District in North Carolina. Judge Ginn holds a B.A. from Appalachian State University, a J.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel...
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9:00am EDT
Breakout 3A – Is the Shroud of Turin Authentic?
Speakers
Distinguished Research Professor and Chair in the Department of Philosophy and Theology, Liberty University
Gary Habermas has dedicated his professional life to the examination of the relevant historical, philosophical, and theological issues surrounding the death and resurrection of Jesus. His extensive list of publications and debates provides a thorough account of the current state of...
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9:00am EDT
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3C – Human Exceptionalism and the Image of God in the Age of Darwin
Speakers
President & CEO, SES Adjunct Professor, Reasons to Believe
Biochemist Fazale “Fuz” Rana is President and CEO at Reasons to Believe, an organization dedicated to communicating the powerful scientific support for Christianity. His books include Humans 2.0, Thinking about Evolution, and Fit for a Purpose.
Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 302/304
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3D – Answering Progressive Christianity
Speakers
Founder, SES Student, alisachilders.com
Alisa Childers is a wife, a mom, an author, and a speaker. She was a member of the award-winning CCM recording group ZOEgirl. She is a popular speaker at apologetics and Christian worldview conferences and has been published at The Gospel Coalition, Crosswalk, the Stream, For Every...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 308
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3E* – Apologetics, Evangelism, Discipleship, and the Battle for Your Soul
Speakers
President, SES Alum & Adjunct Professor, Norm Geisler International Ministries
David currently serves as the president and co-founder of Norm Geisler International Ministries (www.NGIM.org). He teaches as an adjunct professor at Southern Evangelical Seminary and Veritas International University. He has been involved in church and para-church ministry for over...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 315
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3F* – Persevering Through Persecution
Speakers
President, SES Alum, Reason For Truth
Steven Garofalo is a dynamic speaker, author and the President of the ReasonForTruth.org, EquippedAcademy.Com and host of the Reason For Truth Podcast and YouTube Channels. As a dynamic and engaging communicator Steven appeals to both the heart and mind. See more about Reason For...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 316
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3G* – Walking Right Side Up In an Upside Down World
Speakers
Director, SES Alum, Ray Ciervo Ministries
Ray Ciervo holds an M.A. and D.Min. in apologetics from SES. He has pastored, taught Bible college, and holds seminars and conferences regularly in NJ. He helps the church strengthen their faith and witness to declare the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 317
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3H* – Christianity and Slavery
Speakers
Founder, SES Alum, Giving An Answer
Dr. H.C. Felder is a former atheist and NASA Software Engineer. After becoming a believer and being exposed to the truth of Christianity, he has dedicated his life to sharing that truth with others through his ministry Giving An Answer. He has an undergraduate degree in Computer...
Read More →
Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 318
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3I* – Why is Christianity Good and not Bad for the World?
Speakers
President/CEO, Ratio Christi
Corey Miller (PhD, Aberdeen) is President/CEO of Ratio Christi: Campus Apologetics Alliance. He grew up in Utah as a seventh generation Mormon before coming to Christ. He's been a pastor, a professor (Purdue and Indiana Universities) of philosophy and comparative religions, and campus...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 319
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3J* – Scriptural Womanhood in the Twenty-First Century
Speakers
Former Dean of Women, SES Alum, Southern Evangelical Seminary
Nora Hale is a graduate of SES. After graduation she served as Dean of Women developing a women’s ministry certificate to encourage seminary wives of men preparing for ministry to be equipped in apologetics and Bible study methods.
Nora is a wife, mother and grandmother, taking...
Read More →
Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 320
9:00am EDT
9:00am EDT
Breakout 3L* – Engaging Muslims in Gospel Conversations
Speakers
Islamic Outreach, SES Alum, Tactical Evangelism
Olin is a native of South Carolina and grew up in a Christian home, but did not come to know Christ as his personal Savior until later on in life. After graduating high school in 1983 with no further plans of continuing his education, it became evident that God had other plans. On...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 323
9:00am EDT
Spanish 3 – Mas alla del Bien y el Mal
Speakers
Founder, Soon-to-be SES Student, Mas alla de la Tinta
Born and raised in Honduras, Luis Felipe dedicated himself to the world of music, radio and television in his homeland. Despite being raised under the Christian faith, he suffered from a psychological disorder of anxiety and depression in which he began to doubt his faith. Years later...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 9:00am - 9:55am EDT
Rm 322
9:00am EDT
9:55am EDT
10:15am EDT
Debate: Is a Good God Logically Possible?
Moderators
Provost; Professor of Philosophy and Apologetics, and Norman L. Geisler Chair of Christian Apologetics, Southern Evangelical Seminary
Richard G. Howe is a writer as well as a public speaker and debater in churches, conferences, and university campuses on issues concerning Christian apologetics and philosophy. He is Provost, Professor of Philosophy and Apologetics, and Norman L. Geisler Chair of Christian Apologetics...
Read More →
Speakers
Associate Professor of Philosophy and Theology, SES Alum, Southern Evangelical Seminary
Brian is Associate Professor of Philosophy and Theology and the Director of the Ph.D. program at Southern Evangelical Seminary. He has taught at The Art Institute of Charlotte, Arborbrook Christian Academy, and also teaches at Apologia. His BA is from Lee University in History with...
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Professor of Philosophy, University of Notre Dame
Jim Sterba teaches graduate and undergraduate courses in ethics and political philosophy at the University of Notre Dame. He has published 35 books, and over 200 articles. And he is past president of the American Philosophical Association, Central Division, the North American Society...
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12:00pm EDT
12:00pm EDT
1:45pm EDT
Breakout 4A – How We Got the Building Blocks of Life
Speakers
Founder & Senior Scholar, SES Adjunct Professor, Reasons to Believe
Astrophysicist Hugh Ross is the founder of Reasons to Believe, an organization that researches and communicates how discoveries about nature harmonize with the words of the Bible. He currently serves as the RTB Senior Scholar. His books include Weathering Climate Change, The Creator...
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1:45pm EDT
Breakout 4B – Apologetics Arguments Based on the Value of Human Life
Speakers
Professor, Discovery Institute's Center for Science and Culture
Richard Weikart is professor emeritus of history at California State University, Stanislaus, and Senior Fellow at Discovery Institute’s Center for Science and Culture. He is author of seven books, including The Death of Humanity: And the Case for Life; Hitler’s Religion; and the...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 1:45pm - 2:40pm EDT
The Apex
1:45pm EDT
Breakout 4C – Saving Natural Theology from Jeffrey Johnson
Speakers
Provost; Professor of Philosophy and Apologetics, and Norman L. Geisler Chair of Christian Apologetics, Southern Evangelical Seminary
Richard G. Howe is a writer as well as a public speaker and debater in churches, conferences, and university campuses on issues concerning Christian apologetics and philosophy. He is Provost, Professor of Philosophy and Apologetics, and Norman L. Geisler Chair of Christian Apologetics...
Read More →
Saturday April 9, 2022 1:45pm - 2:40pm EDT
Rm 302/304
1:45pm EDT
1:45pm EDT
Breakout 4E* – The Need for Apologists in a World of Gospel Confusion
Speakers
CEO, SES Alum, Engage 360
Matt Schmidt is the CEO of Engage 360 Ministries (E360). Engage 360 is focused on evangelism training for the modern world by helping Christians to have effective spiritual conversations in everyday life. Matt has an MA Philosophy from Southern Evangelical Seminary and has spoken...
Read More →
Saturday April 9, 2022 1:45pm - 2:40pm EDT
Rm 315
1:45pm EDT
Breakout 4F* – Dealing with Wokeness on College Campuses
Speakers
Chapter Director, SES Alum, Ratio Christi
Eric graduated from Southern Evangelical Seminary in 2010 with a M.A. in Religion. He has been the chapter director of Ratio Christi at The Ohio State University (64,000 students) since 2009. He is also the director of Ratio Christi at Columbus State Community College (30,000) students...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 1:45pm - 2:40pm EDT
Rm 316
1:45pm EDT
Breakout 4G* – "Worldviews" in Conflict: Classic vs Historic Worldview Theory
Speakers
Director of Theological Studies, SES Alum, Veritas International University
Dr. Bill Roach is an author, professor, ordained minister, and international speaker. He serves as the Director of Theological Studies at Veritas International University and professor at several other seminaries and colleges. Dr. Roach is the author of several books and dozens of...
Read More →
Saturday April 9, 2022 1:45pm - 2:40pm EDT
Rm 317
1:45pm EDT
Breakout 4H* – If God Exists, Why Is There Evil? A Biblical Answer
Speakers
Assistant Professor of English and Philosophy, SES Alum, South Plains College
Kyle is an Assistant Professor of English and Philosophy at South Plains College where he teaches introductory philosophy, introductory world religions, and English composition. Kyle earned a PhD in Philosophy of Religion and a MA in Apologetics from Southern Evangelical Seminary...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 1:45pm - 2:40pm EDT
Rm 318
1:45pm EDT
Breakout 4I* – Artificial Intelligence: What's the Big Deal?
Speakers
Founder, SES Alum, DoubtLess Faith
Kristen Davis is the Founder of DoubtLess Faith Ministries, the President of Eat Steak Not Cake, and the Co-Founder of Adventurous Apologetics. She speaks internationally; is an Associate of Associates for Biblical Research, an Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Houston Baptist University...
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Saturday April 9, 2022 1:45pm - 2:40pm EDT
Rm 319
1:45pm EDT
1:45pm EDT
1:45pm EDT
1:45pm EDT
2:40pm EDT
3:00pm EDT
Panel Discussion: Why are Christian 'Celebrities' Abandoning the Faith?
Moderators
Cold Case Detective / Author, Cold Case Christianity
J. Warner Wallace is a Dateline featured Cold-Case Detective, Author, Speaker, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, and Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Southern Evangelical Seminary
Speakers
Founder, SES Student, alisachilders.com
Alisa Childers is a wife, a mom, an author, and a speaker. She was a member of the award-winning CCM recording group ZOEgirl. She is a popular speaker at apologetics and Christian worldview conferences and has been published at The Gospel Coalition, Crosswalk, the Stream, For Every...
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Musician / Speaker / Author, Skillet
John Cooper is the lead vocalist, bassist, and songwriter/producer for Skillet, one of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century. The two-time Grammy-award nominated, 12X platinum band was inducted to Pandora’s Billionaire club after garnering 2 Billion streams, took home...
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Worship Minister, Harpeth Christian Church
Dave Stovall is originally from Red Bay, AL and he spent about 15 years of his life as a touring artist with bands such as Wavorly and Audio Adrenaline. He currently lives near Franklin, TN with his wife Summer and three kiddos Bear, Byrdie, and Basil. He is a longtime Christian songwriter...
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4:05pm EDT
Why Jesus Still Matters in a World That Rejects the Bible
Speakers
Cold Case Detective / Author, Cold Case Christianity
J. Warner Wallace is a Dateline featured Cold-Case Detective, Author, Speaker, Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview, and Adjunct Professor of Apologetics at Southern Evangelical Seminary
5:00pm EDT