Opening Session
Alistair talks about his surgery, introduces Derek Thomas and Edward Lobb, and gives an exhortation on 1 Timothy 4:16
Preaching to Postmoderns, 7:00pm Monday
"Like trying to nail Jello to the wall?" Voddie Baucham outlines traps when discussing the topic of preaching to postmoderns, emphasizes that "preaching is preaching is preaching," and answers the question "how do we engage this group?"
Preaching As Calling, 9:30am Tuesday
Derek Thomas skillfully used a document from the Westminster Assembly written in 1645 to address the Qualifications, form, method and style of the call to preaching.
Preaching As Work, 11:00 am, Tuesday
A worker approved by God? Ed Lobb used 2 Timothy 2 to address preaching a work. In this session Ed deals with the task of the preacher and the preacher himself.
Preaching As Warfare, 7:00pm Tuesday
Based on Timothy 1:1-14, Derek explores the relationship between Paul and Timothy as well as takes a look at modern and historical Christian figures who have suffered greatly without shame of the gospel.
Preaching God's Glory,9:30 am, Wednesday
Join Edward as he looks at John 17 and explains the five requests Jesus brings to the Father.
Q and A Session, 11:00 am, Wednesday
Watch as our panel of speakers answer challenging questions from some of our pastors attending the conference.
Break Out Sessions
Tim Challies - Blogging Your Ministry
Tim talks about the history of blogging, his personal story, and how blogging is affecting the church and society.
Edward Lobb - Letting the Word Do the Work"The basic principle that underlies expository preaching is the principle that the Word of God has it's own power to do the work of God."
Jeff Mills - Growing Good LeadersPastor Jeff Mills shares some ideas on what Parkside Church believes is fundamental in cultivating good spiritual leadership.
Keith Getty - Music and Worship, Listen to Keith as he explains "modern hymns" in a "post modern world" and learn how to use these hymns in your worship service.
Derek Thomas - Adversity In Ministry, Every pastor experiences trials and weariness. Listen to this all important explanation of true adversity in light of scripture. You are sure to come away encouraged and strengthened through this session.
