Watch The Next 500 Years: 2017 National Conference

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The Next 500 Years: 2017 National Conference from Ligonier Ministries is a thought-provoking show that features two notable speakers, R.C. Sproul and Stephen Nichols. The show focuses on exploring the past, present, and future of Christianity, with specific emphasis on the Reformation and its impact on the modern world.

The show is divided into several sessions, each of which explores a different topic related to the overarching theme of the conference. Some of the topics covered include the influence of the Reformation on art, politics, and philosophy, the growing secularization of society, and the need for a new Reformation in the modern era.

Throughout the show, Sproul and Nichols delve into these topics through a combination of lectures, interviews, and panel discussions. They consider the challenges facing the church in the modern world and offer insights on how to overcome these challenges and continue to spread the message of Christ.

One of the most fascinating aspects of The Next 500 Years is its focus on the intersection of faith and culture. The speakers examine how Christianity has influenced and been influenced by the broader cultural trends of the past and present. They also consider how the church can navigate its relationship with secular society in the future.

The show is designed to be both informative and engaging, with a careful balance of academic rigor and accessibility. Whether you are a pastor, scholar, or layperson, you are sure to find something of value in The Next 500 Years.

Overall, The Next 500 Years is a must-watch for anyone interested in the future of Christianity and its role in shaping the world. With its insightful commentary, expert analysis, and engaging format, it is sure to spark lively conversations and deep reflection.

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Seasons

26. Optional Session: The Whole Christ

October 19, 2017

How does our understanding of the relationship between the law of God and the gospel of God affect our approach to evangelism, sanctification, and our view of God Himself? In this session, Sinclair Ferguson considers the relationship between law and gospel in the Christian life.

25. Optional Session: The English Reformation

October 19, 2017

The English Reformation had a profound impact upon the course of the world, and today we still benefit from the spiritual wisdom and discernment of this movement. In this session, Michael Reeves looks briefly at the English Reformation and considers what it meant then and for our time.

24. Optional Session: Visual Theology

October 19, 2017

It's often said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Words and pictures together can tell the truth powerfully or proclaim error strongly. In this session, Tim Challies considers how we can combine words and pictures to explain truth and edify believers.

22. Optional Session: Roman Catholicism Today

October 19, 2017

Roman Catholicism has changed much since the Reformation. In this session, Leonardo De Chirico considers what Roman Catholic doctrine teaches today and how we can love and share the gospel with Roman Catholics.

21. Optional Session: The Kingdom of God

October 19, 2017

Reformation is fueled by men and women who are confident that their true citizenship is in the kingdom of God. This confidence enables them to take bold stances for the gospel in the most difficult environments. In this session, Stephen Tong considers our citizenship in the kingdom of God as foundational to serving Him in this world.

20. Optional Session: A Long Line of Godly Men

October 19, 2017

History includes example after example of godly men who have upheld the doctrines of grace. In this session, Steven Lawson considers the examples of these men, why these doctrines were important historically, and why they are important for Christians both today and in the future.

19. Optional Session: The Sufficiency of Christ

October 19, 2017

The Reformers knew that salvation is found in Christ alone. In this session, Augustus Lopes considers how this major theme of the Reformation is no less important today, and he looks at what Christ's sufficiency will mean in the future as we face our culture.

18. Optional Session: God with Us

October 19, 2017

One great theme of the Bible is God's presence with His people. In this session, W. Robert Godfrey considers what God's presence meant for His people then, what it meant during the Reformation, and what it means for us today and for the future.

17. Optional Session: The Legacy of Luther

October 19, 2017

Martin Luther's actions five-hundred years ago still affect us today. In this session, Stephen Nichols considers his legacy by touching on the book he helped edit "The Legacy of Luther."

16. Ligonier Teaching Fellows Panel Discussion

October 20, 2017

Chris Larson moderates a panel discussion with some of the Ligonier Teaching Fellows on the subject of the goal of the Reformation.

15. International Panel Discussion

October 20, 2017

On this panel, various international speakers discuss how God is working in their respective countries. They consider how reformation is taking place today and what the global future of the church may look like.

14. Fuel for Missions and Fueled by Missions

October 19, 2017

For the church to grow, the gospel must be taken to those who have not heard of Jesus Christ. In this session, Stephen Tong explains why the way forward in forging a new reformation is faithfulness to the Great Commission and looks at how believers are called to bring the gospel both to their own communities and to the nations.

13. A Discipleship Reformation

October 19, 2017

The commitment of the Reformers' to catechesis, formal education, developing Christian literature, and church planting created an infrastructure for biblical teaching to be passed from one generation to the next. In this session, Stephen Nichols discusses how the call to discipleship includes developing and leveraging resources for current and future generations.

12. I Will Build My Church

October 19, 2017

In pursuing reform, the Reformers knew that the local church was central. In this session, Alistair Begg considers the importance of our local churches and our need for ongoing reform in accordance with the Word of God. He also encourages Christians in the ordinary tasks of serving and supporting their local churches for continuing Reformation in the world.

11. The Preached Word and Reformation

October 19, 2017

Reformation doesn't occur without biblical preaching. In this session, Steven Lawson considers the rediscovery of preaching in the ministry of the Reformers, explains why preaching is central to Christianity, and considers why expository preaching is essential for the future.

10. Knowing Our Only Mediator

October 19, 2017

Until this world comes to an end, the lost need Christ for eternal life. In this session, Derek Thomas shows why the person and work of Christ is the greatest need of the church in every generation. He also reflects on current and future challenges to biblical Christology both in the West and around the world.

8. Reformation at Home

October 19, 2017

The Reformers' teaching on home life is unknown to many people, but it remains one of the most enduring legacies of the Reformation. In this session, W. Robert Godfrey explores the biblical teaching on marriage, sex, and family and discusses why these topics are important-especially today and in the future.

7. Working for God's Glory

October 19, 2017

Reformation extends to all matters of life, including theology, church, home, and society. In this session, Michael Horton outlines the doctrine of vocation and explains how it relates to other doctrines with a view toward encouraging greater faithfulness, innovation, and productivity in the workplace and beyond.

6. The Nonnegotiable Gospel

October 19, 2017

Martin Luther's rediscovery of the doctrine of justification by faith alone forced him to evaluate his standing before God as well as confront moral and theological corruption in the church. In this session, John MacArthur explains why this doctrine is central to the gospel and considers what challenges to it Christians who desire to see a new reformation may face.

5. Building a Sure Foundation

October 19, 2017

Is theology needed today, or is it outdated? In this session, Albert Mohler considers the state of theology since the Reformation, why understanding doctrine is vital to being a Christian today, and why knowing theology is essential for future reformation. He also considers why providing sound theological education for every tribe and tongue should be a central goal of God's people.

4. Questions & Answers

October 19, 2017

A questions and answers session with Steven Lawson, John MacArthur, Albert Mohler, and R.C. Sproul.

3. The Priority of Worship

October 19, 2017

One of the most neglected contributions of the Reformation is its emphasis on the importance of public worship. In this session, Sinclair Ferguson reflects upon this legacy, the importance of public worship today, and why reforming worship is of utmost importance for the church worldwide in the future.

2. Semper Reformanda

October 19, 2017

We rejoice in what God did in the sixteenth-century Reformation, but we don't merely look back. In this session, Augustus Lopes examines the church's need for ongoing reform, examines how the church is being reformed today both in the West and around the world, and considers how the Western church can look to examples from Protestant movements around the world.

1. After Darkness, Light

October 19, 2017

Reformation occurs when the light of God's Word shines into places of spiritual and cultural darkness and transforms the people of God. In this session, Michael Reeves sets the stage for the conference by considering why reformation was needed in the sixteenth century and why it is needed today.

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