2009 CONVENTION SPEAKER

Dr. Voddie Baucham, Jr. - KEYNOTE

Dr. Voddie Baucham, Jr. has been referred to as an “Evangelist to intellectuals.” He is one of the most sought-after preachers of his generation. His unique blend of sound biblical exposition, theological content, down-to-earth demeanor and engaging presence make it clear why this man is considered a modern day prophet. He is also a pastor, church planter, author, professor, husband, father and …chef. Born in Los Angeles California in 1969, Voddie was raised by his single, teen-aged mother after his father went off to pursue a career in professional football. Voddie was not raised in a Christian home; his mother was a practicing Buddhist. It was not until his freshman year in college that he actually heard, understood and responded to the saving message of Jesus Christ. The summer between his sophomore and junior year Voddie preached his first sermon, was licensed in the ministry, and married his wife, Bridget. They are the parents of four precious children.

The Baucham’s are a committed homeschool family. They view education as an essential aspect of discipleship (Luke 6:40), and have seen firsthand the dangers of surrendering this crucial ground. Dr. Baucham’s formal theological training began at Houston Baptist University where he earned BAs in Christianity and Sociology. He went on to earn degrees from Southwestern and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminaries, respectively, and has done additional post-graduate study at the University of Oxford, England. His academic disciplines include Evangelism/Missions and Apologetics. Far from a roving itinerant, he has served on numerous church staffs over the past 17 years. He has spent 9 years as a Pastor of Missions, 4 years as a Teaching Pastor, and currently serves as Pastor of Preaching at Grace Family Baptist Church in Spring, TX.

WEBSITE: Voddie Baucham Ministries

Dr. Baucham will be our keynote speaker both Friday and Saturday and will be teaching the following workshop sessions:

• Family Discipleship (Friday Keynote)
• Centrality of Home Evangelism and Discipleship
      of the Next Generation
• Education and Worldview
• Thoroughly Christian Education (Saturday Keynote)
• Biblical Manhood
• Getting Your House in Order