The Foundations Conference 2021
Bob Jones University | Greenville SC | Dec 16-17, 2021
Conference
THU 12/16/2021 to 12/17/2021
All-Day Event
December 2021
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**Prayer & Preaching .. The Foundations of Ministry.**
The church is distracted. When the apostles in the first-century church faced mounting distractions, they found it necessary to give themselves continually to prayer and to the ministry of the Word (Acts 6:4). We believe there is a need to return to these same foundations of ministry in our day.
With all that is happening in our society, the temptation for the church is to become sidetracked with fighting individual, secondary issues.
The dual conference themes of preaching and prayer reflect the realization that only ministries grounded in the faithful exposition of the Word and upheld by prayer have the power to effect any lasting changes in their hearers. Our goal is to refresh and equip church leaders so that they will return to their ministries with renewed strength and purpose.
**SPEAKERS**
We have worked hard to assemble an incredibly unique combination of powerful speakers including *Steven Lawson, Clarence Sexton, Joel Beeke, John Vaughn, Todd Friel, and Armen Thomassian*. It is a rare occurrence to have such diverse men all together at a single event so we're looking forward to a very special time of Christian unity and friendship.
**Lunch and refreshments will be provided for both days. Banner of Truth will be the official bookseller. This conference will not be webcast. Every attendee will receive a special gift.**
*The Foundations Conference is being organized by SermonAudio.*
**Prayer & Preaching .. The Foundations of Ministry.**
The church is distracted. When the apostles in the first-century church faced mounting distractions, they found it necessary to give themselves continually to prayer and to the ministry of the Word (Acts 6:4). We believe there is a need to return to these same foundations of ministry in our day.
With all that is happening in our society, the temptation for the church is to become sidetracked with fighting individual, secondary issues.
The dual conference themes of preaching and prayer reflect the realization that only ministries grounded in the faithful exposition of the Word and upheld by prayer have the power to effect any lasting changes in their hearers. Our goal is to refresh and equip church leaders so that they will return to their ministries with renewed strength and purpose.
**SPEAKERS**
We have worked hard to assemble an incredibly unique combination of powerful speakers including *Steven Lawson, Clarence Sexton, Joel Beeke, John Vaughn, Todd Friel, and Armen Thomassian*. It is a rare occurrence to have such diverse men all together at a single event so we're looking forward to a very special time of Christian unity and friendship.
**Lunch and refreshments will be provided for both days. Banner of Truth will be the official bookseller. This conference will not be webcast. Every attendee will receive a special gift.**
*The Foundations Conference is being organized by SermonAudio.*
Stratton Hall at Bob Jones University 1700 Wade Hampton Blvd Greenville, SC 29614
Thursday, December 16
7:30 AM
United Prayer Meeting Optional at Levinson Chapel
8:30 AM
Registration Bookstore & Coffee
10:00 AM
Welcome Steven Lee: Opening Remarks
10:30 AM
Bob Jones University Steve Pettit, President
11:00 AM
Joel Beeke Christ’s Prayer for the Church’s Unity
12:00 PM
Lunch (Davis Room)
1:30 PM
John Vaughn The Word in Conversation
2:30 PM
Break
3:00 PM
Steven Lawson The Devotional Life of David Brainerd
4:00 PM
Break
4:30 PM
Clarence Sexton The Power of the Pulpit to Shape a Nation
Friday, December 17
7:30 AM
United Prayer Meeting Optional at Levinson Chapel
8:00 AM
Bookstore & Coffee
9:00 AM
Welcome Cancel Culture & The Vault
9:30 AM
Todd Friel Reasoning from the Scriptures
10:30 AM
Break
11:00 AM
Joel Beeke Restoring the Family Altar
12:00 PM
Lunch (Davis Room)
1:30 PM
Armen Thomassian A Prayer Meeting With Jesus
2:30 PM
Break
3:00 PM
Clarence Sexton Not Many Mighty
4:00 PM
Break
4:30 PM
Steven Lawson The Mandate of Expository Preaching
Accommodations
For special conference rates click on the name of the hotel below or call and mention "Foundations" to get the rate listed below.
**[Embassy Suites](https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?&ctyhocn=GSPGDES&groupCode=CESSAG&arrival=20211215&departure=20211218&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,en,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT)**
250 Riverplace, Greenville, SC 29601
phone: (855) 605 0319
Standard King $159
Self parking $7.00
Valet parking $18.00
Full Hot Breakfast included
**[Springhill Suites Greenville Downtown](https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1619710334798&key=GRP)**
200 East Washington Street, Greenville, SC 29601
(864) 720-2901
Standard King $139
Off-site parking, fee: $7 daily
Valet parking, fee: $18 daily
Complimentary breakfast
**[Holiday Inn Express](https://www.hiexpress.com/redirect?path=rates&brandCode=EX&localeCode=en®ionCode=1&hotelCode=GSPGG&checkInDate=15&checkInMonthYear=112021&checkOutDate=19&checkOutMonthYear=112021&_PMID=99801505&GPC=FDS&cn=no&viewfullsite=true)**
2025 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville, SC 29615
(864) 800-5600
Standard King Bed or 2 Queen Beds $84
Free Parking
Full Hot Breakfast included
Christmas at Bob Jones University
The Christmas season at Bob Jones University brings with it a **[beautifully decorated campus](https://www.bju.edu/events/christmas-lighting.php)** that will delight every visitor. There are plenty of places around campus to enjoy the impressive lights and decorations that make wonderful photo opportunities.
One of the most spectacular displays is a powerful beam of light that shines into the night sky from the front gate of the University representing the Christmas star. This can be seen for miles around and children enjoy seeing how far into the sky they can follow the beam!
Traveling to Greenville
The closest airport into Greenville is **[GSP](https://www.gspairport.com/)** (Greenville, SC) which is about a 15-minute drive to Bob Jones University. The other option is to fly into the larger airport at **[CLT](https://www.cltairport.com/)** (Charlotte, NC) and driving 90 minutes to Greenville. The major Interstates that cross Greenville are I-85 and I-385.
[Uber](https://www.uber.com/global/en/cities/greenville-sc/), [Lyft](https://www.lyft.com/rider/cities/greenville-sc) and regular [Taxi](http://yellowcabgreenville.com/) all operate in Greenville.
Parking
For your convenience, there will be free parking available on the campus of Bob Jones University. Look for the signs directing you to the Foundations Conference for parking nearest to Stratton Hall.
Conference Location
**[Stratton Hall](https://www.bju.edu/about/campus-map/stratton-hall/)**
All general sessions will be held in *Stratton Hall* on the campus of Bob Jones University. This venue is used primarily for music and speech performances by fine arts students as well as public concerts by University ensembles.
**[Welcome Center](https://www.bju.edu/about/campus-map/welcome-center/)**
Check-in, registration, book tables, and light refreshments will all be located in the *Welcome Center*. The *Welcome Center *and *Stratton Hall *are conveniently located next to each other. The *Welcome Center *is your one-stop location for information about BJU.
**[Davis Room Dining Common](https://www.bju.edu/about/campus-map/dining-common/)**
The *Davis Room* is located a few steps away from *Stratton Hall* in the main *Dining Common* of the University. It is one of the largest dining halls in the country operating under one roof with over a million meals prepared each year.
Dining Options
A hot buffet Lunch is provided for all conference attendees on both days of the conference in the *Davis Room* of the Dining Common just a few steps away from where all general sessions will be held.
There are a multitude of **[dining options](https://www.visitgreenvillesc.com/about-greenville/photo-gallery/the-food-scene/)** available in Greenville for suppers.
**Staff Favorites**
- [Bucky's Bar-B-Q](http://buckysbbq.com/)
- [Lieu's Asian Bistro](https://lieusasianbistro.com/)
- [Willy Taco](https://www.willytaco.com/location/willy-taco-feed-seed/)
- [Sidewall Pizza](http://www.sidewallpizza.com/)
- [Mr. Salsa](https://www.mrsalsamr.com/)
- [Rick Erwin's West End Grille](https://westendgrille.com/)
- [Larkin's](https://www.larkinsontheriver.com/)
- [Halls Chophouse](https://hallschophousegreenville.com/)
- [Stax's Omega](https://staxs.net/)
- [Stax's Original for breakfast](https://staxs.com/)
- [Biscuit Heads](http://www.biscuitheads.com/)
Banner of Truth Official Bookseller
We are pleased to be partnering with the Banner of Truth for this event. Banner of Truth specializes in publishing literature of historic Christianity.
They will be offering classic Puritan works at a steep discount for conference attendees along with a free gift. Be sure to take advantage of this special offer!
Interesting things to do or see in and around Greenville.
**[Falls Park on the Reedy](https://www.fallspark.net/)**
Falls Park on the Reedy River in Greenville, SC is quickly becoming one of the nation’s most famous parks. It’s hard to beat the quaint beauty of Greenville, SC. The family vibe of Greenville’s artistic and welcoming community is palpable. Still southern enough to be eminently friendly, and modern enough to be hip and cultured, Greenville is catching the eye of the nation.
**[Paris Mountain State Park](https://southcarolinaparks.com/paris-mountain)**
Paris Mountain is located in the rapidly-developing city of Greenville, South Carolina, and although the park was once a rural retreat, bikers, hikers and those visiting Camp Buckhorn now keep the park bustling year round. When it comes to camping in state parks, the Paris Mountain State Park camping facilities are top-notch and include paved camping sites, 13 of which offer tent pads, and five trailside campsites around the North Lake Trail Loop.
**[Swamp Rabbit Trail](https://www.greenvillesc.gov/316/Swamp-Rabbit-Trail-Interactive-Map)**
The Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 22-mile multi-use (walking and bicycling) greenway that traverses along the Reedy River, an old railroad corridor and City parks to connect Travelers Rest with the City of Greenville, South Carolina.
**[Bald Rock](https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/south-carolina/bald-rock-cleveland-sc/)**
The breathtaking overlook in South Carolina that lets you see for miles and miles. The overlook is known as Bald Rock and is part of the *Bald Rock Heritage Preserve* managed by the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. Prepare to be amazed by this newfound view of South Carolina.
**[BMW Zenturium](https://www.bmwgroup-werke.com/spartanburg/en/plant-tours-zentrum-museum.html/)**
Visit this one-of-a-kind building and experience the past, present and future of BMW in the only BMW museum in North America. Your senses will come alive as you feel the power of the BMW brand firsthand, from its beginnings in aviation and motorsports to its rise to prominence on the global stage. Take a self-guided trip through the museum to experience BMW exhibits that both astonish and inspire.
**[Upcountry History Museum](https://www.upcountryhistory.org/)**
The Upcountry History Museum – Furman University connects people, history, and culture. Through our collections, programs, and exhibitions the Museum preserves and interprets historical subjects pertaining to the Upcountry of South Carolina. Spanning two floors of permanent and changing exhibit galleries, the Museum tells the story of the Upcountry and features a year-round calendar of changing exhibits and program that dive deeper into history, art, science, and culture.
**Other interesting things to see and do around Greenville include:**
- [The Pavilion](https://pavilion.greenvillerec.com/)
- [Shoeless Joe Jackson Museum](https://www.shoelessjoejackson.org/)
- [Museum and Library of Confederate History](http://www.confederatemuseum.org/)
- [Table Rock State Park](https://southcarolinaparks.com/table-rock)
- [Greenville Zoo](https://greenvillezoo.com/)
- [Runway Park at GMU](http://www.greenvilledowntownairport.com/RunwayParkatGMU.html)
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