2024 Conference Speakers
We are thankful for our guest speakers who make this yearly event full of rich and biblical truths.
"Him we proclaim, admonishing every man and teaching every man with all wisdom,
so that we may present every man complete in Christ."
Colossians 1:28 (LSB)
The more deeply the people of God are convinced of the revelation, inspiration, infallibility, and clarity of Scripture, the greater the undeniable authority of Scripture will permeate every aspect of a believer’s life. This conference will be more than just lectures on why you can believe the Bible, but sermons from God’s word about God’s word to light the fires of absolute conviction that God has spoken. Because of this, mankind is obligated to receive and obey the revelation that God himself has said, “It is not an idle word for you; indeed, it is your life” (Deuteronomy 32:47).
We are thankful for our guest speakers who make this yearly event full of rich and biblical truths.
Tentative conference schedule. A full schedule will be available to all attendees upon check-in.
You are invited back to Grace Bible Church for worship on Sunday morning.
We live in an age and culture that makes us want to question everything and not believe that truth is immovable. It's no wonder the Apostle Paul warned us, "Therefore, my beloved brothers, be STEADFAST, immovable." (1 Corinthians 15:58)
"Beloved, Be ye STEADFAST in the doctrines of the gospel. Know what you know, and knowing, cling to it."
Charles H. Spurgeon
British 19th century "Prince of Preachers"
This word STEADFAST is crucial in Scriptures and occurs dozens of times, warning us and encouraging believers to be strong in our faith. We know as Christians we are called to be different from our culture, and it is by standing upon God's Word that we are strengthened.
"Continue STEADFAST and unmovable in the profession of [your] faith"
George Whitefield
Great American 18th Century Preacher
"...Continue in the faith firmly grounded and steadfast, and not moved away from the hope of the gospel, which you have heard, which was proclaimed in all creation under heaven"
The Apostle Paul
Colossians 1:23 (LSB)
Dr. Brad Klassen serves as Professor of Bible Exposition and Director of ThM Studies at The Master’s Seminary. He is also an elder at Grace Community Church (Sun Valley, CA), where he teaches in the church’s weekly men’s ministry, “Men of the Word,” and co-pastors the adult fellowship group “Commissioned.” Prior to joining The Master’s Seminary faculty in 2013, Dr. Klassen was involved in pastoral training in the former Soviet Union for over a decade. He and his wife, Heather, have four adult children and one son-in-law.
The Master's Seminary
Los Angeles, California
Dr. Hargrove pastored two churches in the Los Angeles area from 1993-2014. In 2014 he returned to his ordaining church, Grace Community Church, where is he directs Grace Advance (a ministry that provides pastoral leadership for developing churches in N. America) and pastors the Anchored Fellowship group. He is very involved in missions support with an emphasis on Africa. He is the co-founder of the African Revitalization Centre (ARC), which provides training and resources for pastors in Africa. Carl is a Faculty Associate at The Master’s Seminary and a graduate of The University of Cincinnati (B.A.) and The Master’s Seminary (M.Div., Th.M., D.Min.). He and his wife Joanna have been married for 28 years and have five adult children.
Grace Advance
Los Angeles, California
Dr. Steve Swartz is the senior preaching pastor of Grace Bible Church in Bakersfield, California and the featured speaker on Steadfast in the Faith, a teaching ministry based in expository preaching and writing. Author of Shattered Shepherds, Preparing for Heaven, Strength in the River, and more, Steve's desire is to train men and build up churches to know and teach the Word of God and to equip the local community of believers with impact for the Gospel of Christ. He is a two-time graduate of The Master's Seminary and brings 25 years of seasoned pastoral and counseling experience to the pulpit. Steve lives in Bakersfield with his wife and family.
Grace Bible Church
Bakersfield, California