2024 LIVING FOR GOD Conference
Suffering has been a feature of life since sin entered the world. Christians are not exempt, though we often are tempted to wish we were. However, Scripture calls Christians both to expect and to rejoice in their sufferings because of the hope they ultimately produce rather than avoiding them at all costs. Plan to join us October 12, 2024 for a one-day conference to learn together how to develop a Christian response to suffering.
This event is open to the community, so feel free to invite people. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Conference Schedule
Saturday, October 12
8:30 am
9:00
10:00
10:30
11:30
12:00 pm
1:00
2:00
2:30
3:30
Continental Breakfast
Session #1
Break
Session #2
Panel 1
Lunch
Session #3
Break
Session #4
Panel 2
FAQs
recommended books
Who is this for? - This conference is open to everyone. For this conference, we attempt to select topics that represent significant issues in the lives of young adults in the church in particular and the society at large.
What is the deadline to register? - The last day to register is Sunday, October 6.
Who is the speaker? - Douglas Allison, Lawson Hembree, Nolan Games, and Garrett Plunkett are the speakers.
Can I invite friends? - Absolutely! All are welcome.
What does it cost? - Free for BCLR members, $5 for nonmembers/visitors.
Will there be food? - Yes! The cost covers dinner on Friday, lunch on Saturday, and snacks throughout. We also plan to have gluten-free options. Please make us aware of allergies on your registration.
I don’t attend BCLR. Can I still come? - Absolutely! The conference is open to anyone who believes they would benefit from leaning what the Bible says on this topic.
Will this event be recorded? - Yes.
Can I listen to previous conferences? - Yes. You can access previous conferences here.
Still have questions? Email us at sm@bclr.org
What is the deadline to register? - The last day to register is Sunday, October 6.
Who is the speaker? - Douglas Allison, Lawson Hembree, Nolan Games, and Garrett Plunkett are the speakers.
Can I invite friends? - Absolutely! All are welcome.
What does it cost? - Free for BCLR members, $5 for nonmembers/visitors.
Will there be food? - Yes! The cost covers dinner on Friday, lunch on Saturday, and snacks throughout. We also plan to have gluten-free options. Please make us aware of allergies on your registration.
I don’t attend BCLR. Can I still come? - Absolutely! The conference is open to anyone who believes they would benefit from leaning what the Bible says on this topic.
Will this event be recorded? - Yes.
Can I listen to previous conferences? - Yes. You can access previous conferences here.
Still have questions? Email us at sm@bclr.org
Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life Doesn't Make Sense by Paul David Tripp
The Bruised Reed by Richard Sibbes
Walking with God through Pain and Suffering by Timothy J. Keller
When the Darkness Will Not Lift: Doing What We Can While We Wait for God-and Joy by John Piper
Confessions by St. Augustine
Suffering is Never for Nothing by Elizabeth Elliot
Spurgeon on Suffering: Reflections on Our Pain and God's Grace by Charles Spurgeon
Songs of Suffering: 25 Hymns and Devotions for Weary Souls by Joni Eareckson Tada
Where Is God in All of This?: Finding God’s Purpose in Our Suffering by Deborah Howard
Gospel Hope in Pregnancy and Infant Loss by The Daily Grace Co.
Man of Sorrows, King of Glory: What the Humiliation and Exultation of Jesus Means for Us by Jonty Rhodes
Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God by Tim Challies
When Words Matter Most: Speaking Truth with Grace to Those You Love by Cheryl Marshall and Caroline Newheiser
The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis
God’s Grace in Your Suffering by David Powlison
Amazing Grace: William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery by Eric Metaxas
Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy by Eric Metaxas
Defeating Evil: How God Glorifies Himself in a Dark World by M. Scott Christensen
The Bruised Reed by Richard Sibbes
Walking with God through Pain and Suffering by Timothy J. Keller
When the Darkness Will Not Lift: Doing What We Can While We Wait for God-and Joy by John Piper
Confessions by St. Augustine
Suffering is Never for Nothing by Elizabeth Elliot
Spurgeon on Suffering: Reflections on Our Pain and God's Grace by Charles Spurgeon
Songs of Suffering: 25 Hymns and Devotions for Weary Souls by Joni Eareckson Tada
Where Is God in All of This?: Finding God’s Purpose in Our Suffering by Deborah Howard
Gospel Hope in Pregnancy and Infant Loss by The Daily Grace Co.
Man of Sorrows, King of Glory: What the Humiliation and Exultation of Jesus Means for Us by Jonty Rhodes
Seasons of Sorrow: The Pain of Loss and the Comfort of God by Tim Challies
When Words Matter Most: Speaking Truth with Grace to Those You Love by Cheryl Marshall and Caroline Newheiser
The Problem of Pain by C.S. Lewis
God’s Grace in Your Suffering by David Powlison
Amazing Grace: William Wilberforce and the Heroic Campaign to End Slavery by Eric Metaxas
Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy by Eric Metaxas
Defeating Evil: How God Glorifies Himself in a Dark World by M. Scott Christensen