Sean McDowell Talk Titles

Truth or Tragedy
Jesus said, “You shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free.” Yet in today’s relativistic culture, there is deep confusion over the nature of truth. Sean explores how to understand truth, why truth is so important, and teaches us how to respond graciously to slogans such as, “That’s true for you, but not true for me.”

Seeking God’s Will? (4-part series)
What we believe about God and His will shapes our daily choices. Yet so many people are confused about God’s desires for their lives: “Who should I marry?” “What job should I take?” In this session we will explore what the Bible says about the will of God and learn how to apply the wisdom model for making right choices to our daily lives.

Love God with All Your Heart, Soul, and Mind (3-part series)
Jesus said the greatest commandment is to love God with all your heart, soul, and mind. If Christian teens desire to live as vibrant disciples for Jesus Christ they must learn what it means to love God with their passions, their innermost being, and to think critically with their minds.

The Case for a Creator
In this session we will explore the most recent scientific data in cosmology, physics, biochemistry, and biology that point toward an intelligent creator. Those who open their minds to the possibility of an explanation beyond the natural world will find the design hypothesis best accounts for the evidence of science.

Shattering the Myths of Evolution
Despite its overwhelming cultural influence, the theory of biological evolution is in crisis. In this session, we will explore the most common evidences offered in favor of evolution. When these evidences are examined closely, it turns out that they are all myths.

The Case for Pro-Life
Abortion is one of the most hotly debated topics in America. This lecture explores how science, philosophy, and theology all support the value of the unborn from the moment of conception. We will explore how to respond to the most common objections to pro-life.

The Reliability of the New Testament
Students will be challenged to consider how accurately the Bible has been preserved through history. Research indicates that the Bible is more reliable than any other ten documents from ancient history. We will explore internal and external evidence supporting the reliability of the New Testament.

Is Jesus Really God?
2,000 years ago when Jesus walked the earth he not only claimed to be able to lead people to be God, but he claimed to be God in human flesh. This leaves us only three options: either Jesus was Lord as he claimed to be, or he was a liar, or he was a lunatic. Fulfilled prophecy offers further support to Jesus’ claim to be the unique Son of God.

The Resurrection of Jesus: Fact or Fiction?
The Christian faith is uniquely built upon the historical resurrection of Jesus. We will explore the historical evidence for the existence of Jesus as well as his life, death, miracles, and resurrection on the third day.

FOCUS ON YOUNG PEOPLE

Finding True Love in a Hook-up World (up to a 3-part series)
We all know that God wants us to wait until marriage to have sex, but do we know why? Did you know that the major studies on human sexuality demonstrate conclusively that those who follow God’ plan as young people experience the most satisfaction and enjoyment in their future married lives? Don’t miss this opportunity to see why God’s strategy for relationships is superior as well as learn practical steps for purity, dating and experiencing God’s forgiveness.

FOCUS ON ADULTS

Equipping Young People with a Biblical Worldview
Few tasks are more important than training young people to see the world from a biblical perspective. Youth who have a biblical worldview are less likely to engage in risky behavior and more likely to have a positive impact on their generation for Christ. We will consider the nature of a biblical worldview, why a biblical worldview is so important, and practical steps to help young people develop a biblical worldview (This seminar ranges from 45 minutes to 6 hours in length)

Connecting with the Heart of a Young Person
Despite many appearances to the contrary young people truly are interested in connecting with significant adults in their lives. Recent studies show that the central factor for the healthy development of young people is the relational connections they make with their parents, teachers, pastors and coaches. In this session we will explore 5 connecting points to help adults enter the minds of today’s youth and help guide them to their destiny.

Helping Young People Set Sexual Standards
Students today are bombarded with message about sex from the media, friends, and the Internet. Many are making disastrous choices because they are confused about the purpose of sex. In this session we will explore current trends in teenage sexuality as well as learn specific strategies for helping youth build a biblical worldview on sex, love and relationships.