Fierce
Theme: Fierce
Contending for the Faith! (Jude 1:3)
You are a WARRIOR in God's Army. All around you is a war zone. You have an enemy that doesn't play fair - he comes to steal, kill, and destroy. (John 10:10) Spiritual warfare is real. The enemy roams about as a roaring lion, seeking to devour. (1 Peter 5:8) Many are weak, fearful, and timid. Many don't know what weapons to use (2 Cor. 10:3-4) or understand the authority we have in Christ to beat the enemy and win. (Luke 10:19) It's time to turn the fight around and get on the offense. It's time to be FIERCE with the enemy of our souls. It's time to impact your world and bring Kingdom influence on today's culture.
May it never be said that we did not contend earnestly for the faith because we did not find our voice and stand for righteousness.
You will leave this conference knowing:
1. You are a mighty warrior in God's army!
2. You are equipped to win in the battles of life!
3. You are sent forth to be salt and light to your world - your family, your township, your county!
4. You are anointed to be Jesus' hands and feet, bringing Kingdom influence to your world!
You are Fierce, Fearless, and Fervent!
You are Equipped, Engaged, and Empowered!
Contending for the Faith! (Jude 1:3)
You are a WARRIOR in God's Army. All around you is a war zone. You have an enemy that doesn't play fair - he comes to steal, kill, and destroy. (John 10:10) Spiritual warfare is real. The enemy roams about as a roaring lion, seeking to devour. (1 Peter 5:8) Many are weak, fearful, and timid. Many don't know what weapons to use (2 Cor. 10:3-4) or understand the authority we have in Christ to beat the enemy and win. (Luke 10:19) It's time to turn the fight around and get on the offense. It's time to be FIERCE with the enemy of our souls. It's time to impact your world and bring Kingdom influence on today's culture.
May it never be said that we did not contend earnestly for the faith because we did not find our voice and stand for righteousness.
You will leave this conference knowing:
1. You are a mighty warrior in God's army!
2. You are equipped to win in the battles of life!
3. You are sent forth to be salt and light to your world - your family, your township, your county!
4. You are anointed to be Jesus' hands and feet, bringing Kingdom influence to your world!
You are Fierce, Fearless, and Fervent!
You are Equipped, Engaged, and Empowered!
Breakout Sessions
Attending the conference in-person? Choose 1 from each area. Go to: bit.ly/Renewsessions
Breakout Session 1 - Weapons of our Warfare 9:50-10:20 AM
1. Schar McKinnon “The Name of Jesus”
There is Power in the Name of Jesus! We read it in the Scriptures, we sing about it, we hear it from our preachers and teachers, but have we experienced His power first hand? I was newly saved when my faith was first tested. My son was without oxygen for over fourteen minutes. In another instance as a baby Christian, I was in a situation where I was rebuking demons and commanding them to leave. In yet another instance, I witnessed a family friend’s lifeless child being pulled from a pool. What was I to do then? What does one do when faced with a crisis of faith? I did and continue to do what I had been taught from the earliest day. I said “yes” to Jesus. I exercised the Name of Jesus. What does “There is power in the Name of Jesus” mean? We have been given authority and power to contend for all that is dear and precious to our hearts…for our loved ones, finances, over sickness or disease, and more! Precious ones, this is the time to be armed and dangerous to the enemy of our souls. Come, let’s glorify Jesus together!
“For this reason God highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knew will bow — in heaven and on earth and under the earth — and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father.” (CSB) Philippians 2:9-11
2. Heather Smith “Praise Before the Breakthrough
Praise is definitely not the first thing you probably think about when in a battle or believing God for a breakthrough, but it is one of the most powerful weapons we have in our arsenals. Let’s learn how to use our Praise as a Weapon and take back the things that the devil has stolen from us!
3. Melissa McCormick “A Call to Arms”
Warrior, it’s time to rise for battle! Jude 1:3 says “I found it necessary to write to you exhorting you to contend earnestly for the faith which was once for all delivered to the saints”. To contend earnestly means “to struggle for”, this is a call to action. Rather than allow ourselves to be tripped up by our earthly struggles, we must answer God's call to rise and fight the battle that rages on in the spiritual realm.
“ The Christian life is a battleground not a playground” (Wiersbe).
4. 5 on 5 “Testimonies of Faith”
Cathi VanDonkelaar, Judy Blackledge, Sue Anderson, Nancy Taylor, and Sandy Liphard will encourage you with testimonies of faith in action!
Breakout Session 2 - Prayer 10:30-11:00 AM
1. Veronica Errickson “Prayer: It’s Not Complicated”
In this session, we will use the Lord’s Prayer as a pattern for us to pray. The disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, realizing that to have an effective, life-changing prayer life, they needed to learn how to touch the heart of the Father. The prayer that Jesus gave them is a wonderful pattern that we can learn from and use!
2. Pat Robinson “Intercession - Standing in the Gap”
Timothy 2:1-2. I am so passionate about interceding and standing in the gap for others because of how Jesus, the ultimate intercessor, stood in the gap and was ever interceding for us. He has given us the power to push back spiritual attacks by effectual and fervent intercession. We are called to stand in Christ’s stead and plead for the will of God to be done in the earth.
3. Christy Russell “The Gift, The Power, The Baptism of the Holy Spirit & Fire!”
Come explore with me why we as believers need to be filled and endued with His power. Acts 2:38-39 Peter replied, “Each of you must repent of your sins and turn to God, and be baptized in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. Then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. This promise is to you, to your children, and to those far away, all who have been called by the Lord our God.” Since the day of Pentecost over 2000 years ago, this gift has been transforming and empowering willing followers of Jesus Christ. It is a gift that can’t be contained or limited to any particular culture, generation, race or denomination. No wonder the enemy has done everything in his power to cause confusion, discredit and label it as culturally irrelevant. As for me, this gift has transformed my life and has become a power source and lifeline to me. He has turned this timid, introverted and shy woman into someone I no longer recognize. This gift is available to everyone! It will give you boldness and help you to become FIERCE, unafraid and unhindered. In fact, you will become a Spirit filled and empowered force to be reckoned with. All you have to do is desire it, be willing to receive it and allow Him to fill you. I invite you to come see what the Word of God has to say about this precious and powerful Gift.
4. Rita Caviness “Spiritual Warfare – Tenacity in Prayer”
Are we mere pawns for the enemy to push around? Not in the least! Spiritual strength and courage are needed for spiritual warfare! We all know the struggles of life are REAL- BUT our God is STRONGER! Let’s dig into God’s word and learn how to combat the devil and walk victorious in our Spiritual Authority!
Breakout Session 3 - Take Action 12:45-1:15 AM
1. Jen DeBrot “Why Having a Biblical Worldview is so Important”
Galatians 1:6 ESV “ I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel.” Now more than ever, we must be armed and ready to defend our faith in Jesus Christ. In this session, we are going to cover some basic church history, alert you to some newer worldviews that have surfaced, and equip you to defend your personal Biblical worldview.
2. Katrina Ford “You Have a Part to Play”
In this session, we are going to talk about finding our place and using our influence for Jesus. I am excited to help you build your confidence in sharing Jesus with others as we talk about three things we can adjust or add to our lives so we can be more effective and bold when we share our Faith!
3. Bernadette Smith “It’s Time to Take Action”
4. Heather Smith “Teens Only!”
Breakout Session 4 - Faith Basics 1:25-1:55 PM
1. Anne Thornton “Heiress”
Do you know who you are? How we answer this question as women of faith will inspire the trajectory of the next generation. What we believe about ourselves will influence the sacrifices we make, risks we take, and what we will devote our lives to pursuing. In this session we will work through the things we allow to define us in order to distinguish the identity we get to claim as daughters of the King. The identity of co-heir with Christ, Heiress. An identity that comes with great privilege and responsibility. Esther knew this tension well. In a time where women were not an esteemed part of society, God called Esther to save a nation in need of deliverance. Perhaps you “have come to your royal position for such a time as this” (Esther 4:14).
2. Dana TenBrink “How to Use your Sword: Speaking and Declaring the Word of the Lord”
The words that we speak literally chart a course for our life. The Bible has more than 3,000 verses that pertain to our mouth, lips, or tongue. Sadly, many Christians find themselves living in defeat because they are living in the fruit of the words that they have spoken. God has given us a very powerful weapon when he created our voice. Are you using your weapon to speak the Word of God? Or are you using your weapon to speak doubt, worry, and fear? Join me in our breakout session as we discuss the power and importance of the words that we speak.
3. Maureen Ford “From Fear to Fierce”
Fear is a powerful thing in our lives if we let it take control, but God has a better way. Being fierce and focused on God in this hour is the only way to live! There are clear steps to getting into faith and leaving fear behind. They are simple, but powerful. 2 Timothy 1:7 will be our main scripture for this session. “For God has not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind”
4. 5 on 5 “The Armor of God”
What is the Armor of God and how do we use it? Join Brenna Francik, Katie Chrysler, Amy Stumpo, Bethany VanDonkelaar and Dannel Giffen as they remind you of how we should be using the Armor of God in our daily lives to fight the battles that we encounter and be victorious.
