Convictions & Affections » Conferences http://www.jalash.com An Intersection of Truth and Love Fri, 18 Jun 2010 05:46:07 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 Southern Baptists, Evangelicals, and the Future of Denominationalism http://www.jalash.com/2009/06/25/southern-baptists-evangelicals-and-the-future-of-denominationalism/ http://www.jalash.com/2009/06/25/southern-baptists-evangelicals-and-the-future-of-denominationalism/#comments Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:00:36 +0000 Jeff Lash http://www.jalash.com/?p=557 It looks like my alma mater, Union University, is putting together another great conference. It will address key issues within the Southern Baptist Convention as well as broader evangelicalism. The lineup includes Duane Litfin, Michael Lindsay, Timothy George, Albert Mohler, Ed Stetzer, Danny Akin, Ray Van Neste, and many more. The cost is $85 and it should be worth every dollar. So start saving your allowance now.

]]> http://www.jalash.com/2009/06/25/southern-baptists-evangelicals-and-the-future-of-denominationalism/feed/ 0 The Power of Words and the Wonder of God http://www.jalash.com/2008/06/13/the-power-of-words-and-the-wonder-of-god/ http://www.jalash.com/2008/06/13/the-power-of-words-and-the-wonder-of-god/#comments Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:23:41 +0000 Jeff Lash http://jalash.wordpress.com/?p=317 Here is a stellar promo video for the upcoming Desiring God National Conference. This year’s theme is The Power of Words and the Wonder of God. Once again DG has managed to put together an impressive lineup of speakers. Check it out.

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NjO6D1m6Ws]

(HT: Justin Taylor)

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In the final three messages, Trueman dispells the false dichotomy between the bible and tradition. He talks about the faulty reasoning present in the argument that there is no place for tradition when it comes to the bible and christian living. Many people claim that all they need is the bible and that’s it. Forget about tradition or history. Yet they are fooling themselves by believing that tradition and history had nothing to do with the interpretation of Scripture that went into the translated bible they hold so dear. Trueman makes this point crystal clear.

The six messages are not only beneficial to the church historian or historical theologian but to every Christian who desires to live faithfully by the Word of God for the glory of God. It is a call to examine our past so that we might better engage the present. Listen to all six and be blessed.

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Today I began listening to the recorded sessions from the Convergent Conference at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Let me just say that so far they are stellar. I have listened to the first three and now wish I would’ve been in attendance. J.D. Greear is soon to become one of my new favorite preachers. He gave some great examples of how to better serve your community. Ed Stetzer did a great job of reminding us of the inherent relevance of the gospel. I thought the highlight of his message came when he distinguished between changing modes and changing theology. The methods of reaching out and sharing the gospel can and inevitably will change as culture changes. However, the message of the gospel is timeless and not subject to the popular notions of the day. This is where the most extreme manifestation of the emergent church has gotten it wrong. Stetzer’s discussion naturally led itself into Mark Driscoll’s session. He gave an overview of his life and ministry and then explained the three streams of the emerging church: relevants, revisionists, and reformed.

These messages are quite possibly the best I have heard on the subject of the emerging church, cultural engagement, and differing methods. They are so good that I’m going to post them all here so you can have easy access to them. And if you are an iTunes user you can download all of the audio directly at the Southeastern podcast.

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1.  Theology and Everyday Life: The Reformation and Beyond
2.  Contemporary Challenges to Theology and Church Life
3.  What should a theological church look like?
4.  Q & A

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What’s “news” about Jesus, and why does it matter to the church?

Today’s media is reflecting the public’s confusion about who Jesus is. As Christian leaders, we must be informed and prepared to address this topic. This conference will feature prominent theologians as well as mainstream and Christian media personalities who will discuss current media coverage, and explain how we can teach and equip others to respond.

If I lived near the Dallas area or had the money to fly out I would certainly be in attendance.  I think this is a worthwhile discussion concerning our engagement and interpretation of the culture as it portrays its view of Jesus.  It should be good stuff.

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]]> http://www.jalash.com/2007/06/08/new-attitude-07-conference-2/feed/ 0 New Attitude ’07 Conference http://www.jalash.com/2007/06/08/new-attitude-07-conference-3/ http://www.jalash.com/2007/06/08/new-attitude-07-conference-3/#comments Fri, 08 Jun 2007 21:42:09 +0000 Jeff Lash http://jalash.wordpress.com/2007/06/08/new-attitude-07-conference/ The New Attitude conference for singles of all ages and young married couples was held May 26-29, 2007, in Louisville, Kentucky.  The speakers for this conference included Joshua Harris, Mark Dever, Al Mohler, C.J. Mahaney, Eric Simmons, and John Piper.  The theme of the conference dealt with discernment in general as well as using discernment in many areas of life and culture.  I have only had the chance to listen to the message given by Mark Dever called Discern Your Doctrine.  In his message, Mark gives some words of wisdom concerning major and minor points of doctrine and how to discern moments of contention and charity.  Here are all 8 messages for you to listen to and be encouraged.

]]> http://www.jalash.com/2007/06/08/new-attitude-07-conference-3/feed/ 0 New Attitude ’07 Conference http://www.jalash.com/2007/06/08/new-attitude-07-conference-4/ http://www.jalash.com/2007/06/08/new-attitude-07-conference-4/#comments Fri, 08 Jun 2007 21:42:09 +0000 Jeff Lash http://jalash.wordpress.com/2007/06/08/new-attitude-07-conference/ The New Attitude conference for singles of all ages and young married couples was held May 26-29, 2007, in Louisville, Kentucky.  The speakers for this conference included Joshua Harris, Mark Dever, Al Mohler, C.J. Mahaney, Eric Simmons, and John Piper.  The theme of the conference dealt with discernment in general as well as using discernment in many areas of life and culture.  I have only had the chance to listen to the message given by Mark Dever called Discern Your Doctrine.  In his message, Mark gives some words of wisdom concerning major and minor points of doctrine and how to discern moments of contention and charity.  Here are all 8 messages for you to listen to and be encouraged.

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