Christian parents love their kids and want to see them develop into healthy adults who genuinely follow Christ; making a difference with their lives. But they face a number of challenges…
There is so much written on child rearing and parenting! Do you have to have a degree in child development in order to train your kids well? Is there an overall “training process” that you can use in daily life that will actually grow your kids rightly? What is it?
How do you fit work, family, church and ministry together? Even more, how do you do it in a way that your kids grow up wanting to both have families and to impact the world? With several kids, time is so limited. It takes so much effort just to make job and family work!
Is there an overall “training process” that you can use in daily life that will actually grow your kids rightly? What is it?
How do you grow a child to be more than just a “mediocre” Christian? How do you develop kids who want to love God?
Over time, I have seen a number of sincere Christian parents “lose” their kids to the culture. Somehow, though the parents have tried hard, the kids get sucked away from them. How does that happen? Is there a way to avoid it? How?
Why do the large majority of the graduates of Christian high schools end up with a “secular humanist” view of life rather than a Biblical worldview?
So many couples in their middle years divorce and their families come apart. Why does that happen? How do you hold marriage and family together amid the stresses of the middle years?
Is it possible to grow a family that stays close over the years? How?
Wisdom Conference 2012, The Kingdom Family, will address these issues and many more.
At the conference you will learn…
Have you ever tried to assemble a jigsaw puzzle? It's much easier if you can see the picture on the box. The "big picture" gives you an idea of how all the pieces fit together.
The Christian life is made up of a lot of "pieces:" our personal relationship with the Lord, our mental life, our friendships, our jobs, our possessions, our families, etc. Wisdom Conferences attempt to give the "big picture" on fitting the pieces of life together under God's leadership.
In the Bible, "wisdom" is knowing how to accomplish things God's way. Wisdom is key to success:
Using a dull ax requires great strength,
so sharpen the blade.
That's the value of wisdom;
it helps you succeed.
- Eccl 10:10, New Living Translation
The Wisdom Conferences give you an opportunity to "sharpen your blade" and learn God's ways to succeed in several arenas of life.
At the Wisdom Conferences,
Each Wisdom Conference:
For example, the Wisdom Conference on Attitudes, Authority and Success:
And, the Wisdom Conference on Relationships and Success:
Wisdom conferences present a "whole-Bible" approach to the arena addressed. For example, in the Conference Relationships and Success, the comprehensive view of relationships utilizes both Old Testament and New Testament information. The information is fitted together from the perspective of the New Testament, but includes the extensive information on relationships found in Old Testament books such as Psalms, Proverbs and Ecclesiastes.
*Includes refreshment & Lunch breaks
The Wisdom Conference is hosted by Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX.
Hope ChurchHarold Bullock is the founder and Senior Pastor of Hope Church, an innovative church in Fort Worth, Texas. Hope began in 1978 with a vision to help with planting churches in the major cities of the world. Since 1978, people going out from Hope have planted more than 70 churches and have helped catalyze over 160. Hope is currently a congregation of about 1,000.
Harold grew up in northeast Tennessee and graduated from East Tennessee State University (ETSU) in 1967 with a degree in mathematics and chemistry. He pursued graduate studies in physical chemistry at ETSU and Ph. D. work in physical chemistry at the University of Southern California. He has worked as a research chemist and also taught college chemistry in the Los Angeles area.
Harold began vocational ministry as Director of Student Ministries on staff for the Los Angeles Southern Baptist Association, with the job description of starting Baptist Student Ministries on several campuses in the eastern LA region.
In 1974 the Bullocks moved to Fort Worth to attend Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. They both graduated with a Master of Divinity degree in 1977. In January 1978, they began Hope as a mission of James Avenue Baptist Church. They have three children: Jessica (married to Matt Sturdevant), Gina (married to Thad Lanthripe), and Jon.
During the 1980's Harold traveled widely for the Home Mission Board speaking in Urban Evangelism forums and also doing conferences for the Student Work Department of the Sunday School Board. Since the 90's he has spoken at numerous church planting conferences and taught occasional courses at Golden Gate Seminary, Midwestern Seminary and New Orleans Seminary.
Harold has authored a series of fantasy adventure books for children ages 6-12, the Tarlian Adventures. The first three books in the series, The Battle for the Worlds, The Crystal Castle, and The Dragon of Raldan are in print. Silver 4, the first volume of an action adventure series for middle-schoolers is now available.
Harold has also written several non-fiction books: Sharper Strokes: Living Smarter, Not Harder; Fools & Follies: Biblical Patterns That Live Today; and Self-Defeating Strategies: The Roots of Life's Problems.
Deborah, Harold's wife, graduated from UCLA and has a Master of Divinity Degree from Southwestern Seminary. She served as Kids Ministry Director as Hope Church for seven years and has taught numerous classes on developing character and values in children. She is the primary developer and writer of NRG Curriculum—the first gender-specific, value-shaping kids ministry curriculum. For more information on NRG Curriculum, check the NRG website NRGCurriculum.com.
You can keep up with Harold's conferences and materials online at his website HaroldBullock.com.
Below are some of the most common questions we get regarding the conferences. Look through these first and then, if you still have questions, please send them to: conference@hopeglobalnetwork.com
Where is the Wisdom Conference held?
The Wisdom Conference is will be held at Hope Church in Fort Worth, TX, about 30 minutes from DFW International Airport. More travel information below.
Our conference takes place in Fort Worth, TX. Texas is in Central Time Zone.
What about travel and accomodation information?
Every page in this site has a link to the
registration page on the Hope Global Network
site.
You can also click here to register.
How much does registration cost?
In order to allow for maximum interaction and dialogue during this year's conference, we are pleased to announce that 250 seats will be made available. The First 175 people registered will have priority seating in our main auditorium. The 176th person to register and each person after them will be seated in overflow rooms with a live feed to our main auditorium. Registration will be closed once we reach 250 and a waiting list will begin. In order to guarantee a spot, register today!
What do you mean by "full-time student" — Do I qualify for the discounted rate?
You qualify for the student rate if you are considered a "full-time student" at the college/university in which you are currently enrolled.
What is your cancellation policy?
Registrations maybe transferred to another person for the same conference at any time, however we are unable to transfer a credit to a different conference. Due to the commitments we've made in advance, cancelations must be requested in writing to conference@hopeglobalnetwork.com by 10/24/2012 and a $75 processing fee (per registration) will apply to all cancelations. Any refund requests received after 10/24/2012 will not be accepted.
I have another question regarding my registration — who can I contact?
Email conference@hopeglobalnetwork.com or call Matt Sturdevant at 817.535.5555 x122.
Sorry, the Wisdom Conference is an adult learning environment only. We will not be able to accommodate any children so you will need to make other arrangements. Children will not be allowed at the event and childcare cannot take place on campus.
Yes. Lunch on Thursday and Friday is included with your registration.
Yes. Several refreshment breaks will be provided throughout each day. All food and beverages will be provided for you.
Dress for Hope Global Network events is casual. As the date for your event nears, you might want to check Weather.com (using zip code 76103) for the weather outlook.
What do you do with pictures and video taken during the conference?
Hope Global Network uses photos and video taken from events for print, web, and video resources. Your registration constitutes permission given to Hope Global Network for these purposes.
Will I be "Connected" at the conference?
Yes, WiFi is available throughout the building.
I'd like to catch a service at Hope Church — What are the service times?
Hope Church Service times (CST): There are three identical services that last about 60 minutes, 8:30am, 10am & 11:30am.
What is there to do in the Dallas/Fort Worth area?
Please visit FortWorth.com for local information and attractions.
What people are saying about Harold Bullock and his conferences:
Harold Bullock teaches and lives from the perspective that God's Word contains "the Way of Wisdom." He brings the core of scripture to real life in very practical ways. He sees the multidimensional levels on which life exists, and slices through it with the Word of God. Thad King, Pastor @ Pierpoint Church, Huntington Beach, CA
Thanks for helping me to spend my time more wisely building church life around the things that matter to God. Terry Williams, Pastor @ River Community Church, Wichita, KS
Many conferences describe how life should be…they leave you feeling guilty and overwhelmed. This one describes how life is and how to walk in God's ways. Bevan Unrau, Pastor @ Seabreeze Church, Huntington Beach, CA
This is a tremendous practical application and scriptural foundation for all aspects of life and our walk with God…the content is OUTSTANDING and Harold's parables are very instructive. Greg Fuller, Business Leader, Diamond Bar, CA
As a seminary student I've taken many classes that focus on knowledge but aren't always practical in walking with and honoring the Lord in my life. Harold's conference on Relationships and success is rooted in scripture and he gives wise council on applying God's Word to our lives. It's extremely practical! Meghan Overlien, Growth Group Leader @ Hope Church, Fort Worth, TX
Harold Bullock's conferences have a major impact on my spiritual, personal, and business life. My ministry and company have reaped direct benefit from the wisdom I've gained through these conferences. I would highly recommend them for anyone looking to move forward in life with wisdom. Michael Coogan, Business Owner, Chico Community Church, Chico CA,
Harold's wealth of experience and success is a priceless asset for local leaders in the 21st century! Gordon Blocker, Pastor @ Grace BibleChurch, Grapeland, TX
Profound concepts presented in a totally accessible format…life changing… Anne Ringer, church member @ Seabreeze Church, Huntington Beach, CA
For over 20 years I have had the privilege of not only knowing and learning from Harold Bullock in various settings, I have watched the lives and ministries of many of the leaders who have come out of Hope and the Hope Global Network. Harold is not only a wise leader who has modeled what he is teaching, but the leaders who have gone out from Hope are demonstrating high character, a deep walk with God, effectiveness in ministry, and have done so with a cooperative spirit by giving of themselves to others and to various institutions. From coast to coast I know Hope guys who are impacting their region out of an overflow of their walk with God and practically living out the wisdom Harold has shared with them. In absolutely the best ways, the Hope people are known to be a peculiar people. Dr. Will McRaney - Director, Evangelism Strategy Department, Florida Baptist Convention
My high expectations were exceeded in this wisdom seminar on relationships. Harold delivers a godly and biblical approach to relationships from years of ministry experience into practical and useable wisdom. Beau Thompson, Student Worship Leader @ Hope Church, Fort Worth, TX
Harold has a lot of wisdom… he's really good at helping you think through, 'What is it that I need to do in my situation', … helping me to think through what's my situation and what can I do and what are my experiences; how can I pull all that together to make a change in my church. Stephanie Schleyer, New Hope Church, Alexandria, VA
These seminars are truly life altering. I always walk away with a clearer direction in life and a renewed excitement to walk with Christ and serve others. Isaac Molen, church member @ Church in the Valley, Diamond Bar, CA
[Harold is] one of the few men that has truly shaken and sharpened my view of God and 'how church works'. Bob Johnson, Pastor @ Canyon Hills Church, San Diego, CA
…a great perspective reminder. In dealing with people efficiency and effectiveness don't always go hand-in-hand…I need to focus on being effective. Neil Walker, USC Student Ministries