Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "There is a marriage needed in local churches between prayer and justice. This union ushers us into the rhythm of Jesus. God longs to cultivate prayerful communities for the sake of the world."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Many people today seek answers in all the wrong places. Beyond suffering invitations to attend church, what can Christians do to reach their community? Mentoring allows Christians to make a difference in a hurting world. We have been trained by life and we are connected to the Healer. When they will not come, we must go to them."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "This class explores the Gospel stories of Jesus interacting with women to find antecedence for the church's reaction to gender-related issues in ministry."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Throughout Exodus, Moses experienced an ongoing conversation with the Lord. This class explores ways we may experience ongoing intimate encounters with our Lord through prayer, meditation and self-examination."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "They're talking about it, seeing it on TV, clicking omit and they're doing it. But we aren't talking about it. This class covers the current state of teen sexuality inside and outside of the church culture and the biblical response."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Too often we live on the fringes of Christian fulfillment. Legalism creeps into church life and overshadows true fellowship. The mountaintop experiences we will explore seek to understand the character of God and the true meaning of Christian unity."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "This workshop utilizes evidence-based Christianity to critique ten commonly accepted wise sayings. One hundred individuals were surveyed to determine if the ten wise sayings were supported by biblical evidence. The results of the survey will be presented."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Pleasure afflicts people. Many drown along the journey in a sea of irrelevance, although they never miss church. How do we find the eternal kind of life promised by Jesus?"

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Christians face a myriad of pressures, making church attendance difficult. Commutes, family activities, church style preferences and the hunt for affordable housing have spread members out. Come learn a new strategy and reason for small groups that capitalizes on these challenges and turns them into assets."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "What does it mean to be a Christian in today's marketplace? How does the commission to "go into all the world" extend into the boardroom? Can business strategies mirror biblical philosophies? Hear how Southwest Airlines' stories of LUV are stories of love."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "While Hollywood is never afraid to tackle controversial issues, Christians too often avoid getting involved with them. This class shows how the arts can inspire Christians to engage such challenging topics as racism, homosexuality and poverty."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 11:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "I am who I am."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Many students about to launch their careers have asked Carlos this question. If you're looking for no-nonsense answers and practical advice for being 'in the world but not of the world,' you'll want to hear Carlos share truths from God's Word that have guided him throughout his life, from struggling teenager to CEO and president of Interstate Battery."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 1:30 PM at Abilene Christian University: "In a culture where values seem as variable as the weather, how does the Christian navigate this strange world? How do I decide between competing ethical viewpoints?"

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Great leaders are developed by their response to difficult situations. God may be using difficult moments to mold you for greatness."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "We are called to be obedient to God's will, but how do we know what He desires of us? This class serves as a scriptural invitation to sit with God on the mountain and learn how to discern His will."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "Congregational leaders typically have a well-developed imagination for how the congregation exists for its members. In our changing cultural environment, leaders increasingly need to form an imagination for how the congregations exists for the sake of the world."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: ""The Voice" Bible Project is a fresh expression of scripture. Stories told to emerging generations about God's goodness by grandparents and tribal leaders were assembled to form the scriptures. While passion, grit, humor and beauty is often lost in translation, "The Voice" gathers poets, pastors, scholars and storytellers to recapture what was lost."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "In these times of change, the church is discovering deep new opportunities for vibrant expression. Across North America, these faith communities present an alternative story about how life can be lived, and Christians are discovering how the news they bear is indeed good."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "As Christians, we want to make decisions that bring glory to God and further His kingdom. How does one involve God in the discernment process? St. Ignatius asked this question and offers some understanding through three practices of discernment."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 9:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "The doctrine and practice of baptism are set against the background of Greco-Roman and Jewish religious washings. This class examines the literary and archaeological evidence of early Christianity in relation to New Testament texts."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 10:00 AM at Abilene Christian University: "What does it mean to be a Christian in today's marketplace? How does the commission to "go into all the world" extend into the boardroom? Can business strategies mirror biblical philosophies? Hear how Southwest Airlines' stories of LUV are stories of love."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "Grace affects how we live and how we interact with our fellow Christians and our communities. It is the lens through which we view salvation, unity, outreach and cooperation. This class explores implications of living a life conditioned by grace."

Lecture given Monday, September 21, 2009, 4:00 PM at Abilene Christian University: "In 1809, Thomas Campbell produced a document that has cast a long shadow over the Stone-Campbell Movement. He proposed the theme "the quest for Christian unity, peace, and purity." We will comment upon the literary composition and religious soils of this influential agenda, especially in Pennsylvania and Ireland, as reflected in recent literature; the role of scripture and its interpretation in accomplishing Campbell's goals; the eschatological unfolding of his vision; and important theological assumptions."