2027 Theme: The Christian Life
Our 2027 theme, The Christian Life, explores what it means to follow Jesus faithfully in every area and season of life. Throughout the week, students will discover why the Christian life matters and how the gospel shapes our pursuit of holiness, spiritual disciplines, commitment to the local church, witness to others, endurance through suffering, and participation in God’s mission. From the moment we trust Christ until the day we are glorified with Him, the Christian life is one of continually knowing Jesus, becoming more like Him, and living for His glory.
2027 Main Sessions
Session 1: Why the Christian Life?
Speaker: Joshua Pollock, FBC Seminole
An introduction to the Christian life and the call to follow Jesus with our whole lives.
Session 2: The Sanctified Life
Speaker: Brandon Smith (OBU)
Growing in holiness as God transforms us into the likeness of Christ.
Session 3: The Disciplined Life // Separate Sessions for Guys and Girls
Guys Speaker: Ryan Taber, First Baptist Church Piedmont
Girls Speaker: Lacy Snodgrass
Practicing the spiritual disciplines that help us know Christ and faithfully walk with Him.
Session 4: The Churched Life
Speaker: Ryan Smith, Arrow Heights Baptist Church
Understanding the importance of belonging to, serving in, and growing through the local church.
Session 5: The Shared Life
Speaker: Jared Bumpers, Midwestern
Learning to share the gospel and speak faithfully about what Christ has done.
Session 6: The Suffering Life
Speaker: Asher Griffen, Crosspoint Church Enid
Following Jesus with faith and endurance through hardship, loss, and suffering.
Session 7: The Missional Life
Speaker: Aaron Hembree, Heritage Church, Shawnee
Living every day with purpose as we participate in God’s mission at home and around the world.
Session 8: The Glorified Life
Speaker: Nick Atyia, FBC Seminole
Looking forward to Christ’s return, our future glorification, and eternity with Him.