Defending Hope

Today, many young Christians struggle to make sense of the world around them—unsure of where to turn and longing for an experience that grounds their faith. Defending Hope will offer that opportunity. Together, we’ll tackle pressing cultural issues like worldview and identity from a Christ-centered perspective, not only addressing what to believe but guiding attendees in how to think biblically.

This isn’t just an event; it’s a spiritual revival that participants can take home, shaping their lives long after the conference ends.

Event Details: 

  • Dates: April 5-6, 2025
  • Location: ClearView Baptist Church, Franklin, TN | 537 Franklin Rd. Franklin, TN 37069
  • Speakers: Greg Koukl and Tim Barnett, in partnership with Summit Ministries
  • Pricing: $25 per person, $100 family rate (up to 6 people)

Our Speakers:

  • Greg Koukl is the founder and president of Stand to Reason (STR), which focuses on training Christians to defend their faith thoughtfully.
  • Hosts a call-in radio show on “Christianity worth thinking about” for over 30 years.
  • Has spoken on 80+ college campuses globally, debating figures like Michael Shermer and Deepak Chopra.
  • Award-winning author of seven books, including Tactics and The Story of Reality.
  • Holds master’s degrees in Philosophy of Religion (Talbot School of Theology) and Christian Apologetics (Simon Greenleaf University).
  • Adjunct professor in Christian Apologetics at Biola University.
  • STR equips believers to engage others with logic, grace, and clarity as faith ambassadors.

  • Tim Barnett is a speaker with Stand to Reason (STR) and founder of an apologetics-focused speaking ministry.
  • He has delivered talks defending the Christian faith at churches, universities, ACSI conferences, Power to Change events, Apologetics Canada, and the National Conference on Christian Apologetics.
  • Tim has been a professional teacher since 2008, with experience in both private and public sectors.
  • Holds bachelor’s degrees in physics and education and is pursuing a master’s in philosophy from Southern Evangelical Seminary.
  • Lives in Ontario, Canada, with his wife and two children.
  • Known for blending expertise and humor, Tim’s engaging presentations make apologetics accessible and inspire Christians to think clearly about their faith.