Harbor, Pepperdine Bible Lectures

Tim Spivey - ”Then, Now, Next”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 11:00 AM
Presenter(s): Tim Spivey

This sermon emphasizes the importance of Matthew 25, particularly the parable of the sheep and the goats, highlighting the call to compassion and service to others. Tim suggests true service comes from one's identity as a follower of Christ rather than fear of judgment. Service to the needy should be motivated by the understanding of being served by Christ during our times of need. Christians serve the poor and marginalized as a natural extension of their faith, rooted in their identity as followers of Christ. Believers should live out a Kingdom Christianity that integrates both personal faith and social responsibility, engaging actively in good works as a reflection of their faith.

Bob and Liz Perez - ” The Soil I Live in: A Parable of the Kingdom”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 9:45 AM
Presenter(s): Bob & Liz Perez

Come and explore the Parable of the Sower from the perspective of the three gospels. Digging deeper into the scripture, we will tether back and forth between Matthew's focus on the soil, Mark's emphasis on the seed (the Sower), and Luke's take on perseverance. Thomas Long calls this "a 3-D reading of the gospels." Wow, so much to plow through. So, come with your 3-D lenses (metaphorically speaking) and ask God to open your heart to what He wants you to dig up during this experience. We hope you walk away asking, "What soil am I living in?"

John Alan Turner - ”The Five Problems Every Church Has”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 9:45 AM
Presenter(s): John Alan Turner

Alan and Sharon Beard - ”A Tale of Two Churches”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 9:45 AM
Presenter(s): Alan and Sharon Beard

A married couple serving as leaders of two churches share what they've learned about simultaneously investing in an aging legacy church of Christ while planting a new one on Pepperdine's campus.

Rudy Hagood - ”Kingdom Race: We Haven’t Won Until We Are All One”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 9:45 AM
Presenter(s): Rudy Hagood

This session will discuss what I call the four stages of racial integrity. Although we will be discussing unity, unity does not happen merely because we discuss it. Christian unity only happens when we are on mission. My friends, we haven’t won, until we are all ONE. Jesus made unity with us his mission. That is the only reason we are unified with Christ. “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” ~ John 1:14. We experience His grace and truth, because the Word (Christ) took the intentional step to dwell (tabernacle), with us. Jesus made residing and relating with us his mission. The truth just may be that the only way to be unified, is for us, like Christ, to make unity our mission as well. I fear that a lack of racial unity, is ultimately a lack Christian integrity. My hope is that we will all be ONE, showing that we have finally WON.

Scott Lambert - ”Four Decades of Conversations: What I Have Learned to Value the Most in a Life of Ministry”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 9:45 AM
Presenter(s): Scott Lambert

David Fraze - ”Help, I am Losing My Church Families to the World of Competitive Athletics!”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 9:45 AM
Presenter(s): David Fraze

If this title drew you in, this class is for you. There are great lessons learned from practicing in competitive sport. However, the benefit of these lessons can be replaced with damage caused by a lack of balance, reality, and common-sense practice from both adults and student athletes. Taken from the work of "Practice Wisdom for Families with Athletes: Winning Isn't the Ultimate Goal," Dr. Fraze will daw from his years in youth ministry and coaching to help church leaders and families better navigate and provide counsel for families journeying through the world of competitive athletics.

Paul Sohn - ”Redefining Success: How to Walk in Your Unique Calling”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 9:45 AM
Presenter(s): Paul Sohn

Caleb Kaltenbach - ”Preaching on Complex Issues in a Confused Culture!”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 9:45 AM
Presenter(s): Caleb Kaltenbach

DJ Iverson - ”I’m Not That Creative” Developing the Creative Spirit in the Church

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): DJ Iverson

Jenn Gash - ”Stories from the Joy Bus: Looking Back and Looking Ahead”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): Jenn Gash

John Magnuson - ”Discovery Bible Study”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): John Magnuson

Emily Spivey - ”The People-Pleaser’s Guide to Courageous Ministry”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): Emily Spivey

Dori Lansbach and Kelly Haer - Boon Center - ”Empower Young Adults for Christlike Conflict Resolution”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): Dori Lansbach, Kelly Haer

Steve Staten - ”Pitfalls and Promises: Lessons from Ten Discipling Movements - the 1920’s to Present”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): Steve Staten

PANEL - Christian Chronicle - Norton Colloquium (Part 3): Churches of Christ in Australia

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): Host: Audrey Jackson / Panelists: Alan Phillips, Mike Shepherd

Kevin Holland - ”The Divine Call to Do Justice”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): Kevin Holland

Dudley Rutherford - ”Practical and Creative Evangelism Ideas to Take Your Church to the Next Level”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 8:30 AM
Presenter(s): Dudley Rutherford

Jack Williamson - ”Living the Shepherd Prayer 3”

Fri May 9, 2025 - 7:30 AM
Presenter(s): Jack Williamson

Psalm 23 has long been a favorite of believers who seek an intimate relationship with God. It is beloved for its comforting imagery of God as a shepherd, guiding and protecting His people. It speaks of peace, provision, and unwavering divine care, offering reassurance in difficult times. Its message of hope and trust in God’s presence make it a timeless source of peace and strength. Each morning during Harbor we will reflect together on this great prayer and worship together to start our day.

Jacob Parnell, Bryan Schackmann - ”Comedy Club - Night 2”

Thu May 8, 2025 - 8:45 PM
Presenter(s): Jacob Parnell, Bryan Schackmann

Gregg Marutzky - ”An Inclusive Leadership Model for the Church: Lessons Learned From Resolving Tension and Conflict in Churches by Dr. Gregg Marutzky ”

Thu May 8, 2025 - 8:45 PM
Presenter(s): Gregg Marutzky

This class will examine scripture and scholarship regarding participatory leadership in the Christian community to foster healthy, spiritual churches. The goal is to emulate the leadership of Jesus. Overcoming tensions, conflicts, and differences is vital for unified, spiritual Christian communities. Inclusive leadership fosters vulnerability, transparency, and communication to produce unity without uniformity. Churches with minimal drama maintain membership and attract new members. Biblical principles and proven practices can provide a model for emotional healthy churches. Research and cases studies will be referenced.

Larry Mudd - ”An Evening with The Creator”

Thu May 8, 2025 - 8:45 PM
Presenter(s): Larry Mudd

Buddy Bell - ”Don‘t Stop Looking”

Thu May 8, 2025 - 7:00 PM
Presenter(s): Buddy Bell

Dan Rodriguez - ”La Iglesia: Equipo Divino de Emergencia”

Thu May 8, 2025 - 3:15 PM
Presenter(s): Dan Rodriguez

Roy Knight - ”JESUS Vision Is Our Mission in India ”

Thu May 8, 2025 - 3:15 PM
Presenter(s): Roy Knight

Our Focus is to encourage all brothers and sisters and students listening to this session to serve in oneness with the great Commission & Passion of Jesus Christ Our Lord .