by Christopher (for young people)

In 2 Corinthians 5, Paul tells us that we are ambassadors for Christ. Is there practical and deep application hidden in this concept? How many areas of our life will be impacted? Come along for a look into the life of a real ambassador: Joseph Grew, the ambassador to Japan from 1932 through December 7, 1941. Learn about situations that occurred in his life and by biblical comparison, how those situations can help us better understand our key role as ambassadors for Christ.

by Steve, for men

Biblical, practical, encouragement for dads who desire to be a Christ-led husband.

by Steve & Teri, for the whole family

Where are you headed? What will the outcome be for your children? Do you have a family vision? Most Christian families today lack vision causing them to be adrift in a tumultuous sea of decisions regarding raising their children. Without vision, families are often shipwrecked. Join the Maxwells for this practical session as they discuss the value of a family vision, how to develop that vision, and how to use it to direct the family.

by Steve and Teri, for dads and moms

(This session is the same as Anger—Relationship Poison; we just have a different title based on the conference theme.) Christian families have a heart’s desire to raise godly children. However, it seems that anger is found in many homes, and it can undermine the effort to disciple the children. It can destroy our most precious relationships. Have you noticed how certain levels of anger are accepted and justified? Is a little anger beneficial? Do you have difficulty controlling your anger? Is a harsh tone in your voice anger? Are you discouraged by the anger in your life and in your home? Steve and Teri Maxwell will encourage you on this universally needed topic as they share from God’s Word and personal testimonies.

by Teri, for moms

Many women have not grown up with a Christ-led role model from whom they could learn the basics of being a Christian wife and mother. Discover how to make your home a spiritual, emotional and physical haven.

by Teri, for moms

(This session is the same as Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit; we just have a different title based on the conference theme.) From her intense battle with depression, anger, discouragement, and worry, Teri gives practical insights into becoming a gentle mom with a quiet heart that any woman can take and apply to her individual circumstances.

by Christopher, 30, for the young people

Charles Spurgeon once said, “Have you no wish for others to be saved? Then you are not saved yourself. Be sure of that.” While many believers might have a deep desire to see others saved, they aren’t actively sharing their faith. From overcoming fear, to studying how Jesus witnessed to the lost, to the missing ingredient in modern evangelism, this session is designed to equip, motivate, and encourage you! You’ll hear real life examples that resulted from everyday opportunities—opportunities that you can also experience. Transform your desire to share into reality!

by Sarah, 27, for the young ladies

Sarah will explore aspects of a young woman’s life that lead to true joy. It all starts with the foundation—your relationship with Jesus Christ. She delves into hindrances to joy as well as practical aspects of it. Plenty of personal testimonies from Sarah’s life are sprinkled into the session. Young ladies of any age who can sit quietly are welcome to attend.

by Steve, for the dads

Tried it and failed? Never tried because you knew it would be too big of a battle? No time for it even if you wanted to? Do any of these questions describe your experience with family Bible time? Join Steve as he shares about the Maxwell family’s favorite time of their day. Steve will give practical advice for achieving success in family Bible time that he guarantees will work.

by the Maxwell Family, for the whole family

Bring your family, and join the Maxwells for a joy-filled evening on one stop of their musical journey. This lively session features all of the unmarried Maxwell children (7) plus Dad and Mom singing Gospel hymns with instrumental accompaniment. The evening includes more than just music, since examples of finding family purpose are shared throughout. Between songs, the children give personal testimonies and discuss their instruments with a demonstration of their sounds. Instruments include: mountain dulcimer, hammer dulcimer, mandolin, harmonica, fiddle, bass, banjo, guitar, and dobro.

by Teri, for moms

(This session is the same as A Christ-Led Woman's Heart; we just have a different title based on the conference theme.) The desire of a homeschooling mother’s heart is to have a meek and quiet spirit instead of discouragement, fear, and anger. Because Teri has walked the homeschooling path since 1985, she knows first-hand the struggle for a meek and quiet spirit. She gives practical insights into gaining a meek and quiet spirit that any mom can take and apply to her individual circumstances. Teri transparently shares the struggles God has brought her through with depression, anger, discouragement and fear.

by Steve and Teri, for parents

This powerful session shares the joys and outcomes of our vital priority—keeping our children’s hearts. Rebellion and immorality are common among teens even within the Christian community. What can parents do to direct their children toward godliness rather than worldliness? Tried and true lessons from parents whose children have not rebelled—this topic represents perhaps the greatest challenge every Christian parent faces.

by Teri, for ladies & daughters

It is easy for a mom to become consumed with children and day-to-day life. This leaves the opportunity for creating a huge gap in her relationship with the key person in her life—her husband. Don’t damage or lose that special relationship with your husband but rather develop and strengthen it. This is a beneficial session for daughters in their relationships with their fathers and a future husband.

by Steve, for dads

A dad often holds the key as to how successful his wife is in homeschooling and having a schedule. Being the head of a Christian family is a task that requires prayer, time, and effort. When a wife begins bringing problems to her husband, she desires a listening ear, comfort, direction, and help. In this session you will be given practical, biblical suggestions for how you can support and facilitate your wife in her role as a homeschooling mom. Often there is no better way to convey your love for your wife.

by Teri, for moms

Universally, homeschooling moms face a daunting task as they fit school into already busy days. In this session, Teri shares practical, proven time-management methods from her book Managers of Their Homes. The Lord has taught Teri, a homeschooling mom since 1985, these simple, but workable solutions to the difficulty homeschooling moms have of “getting it ALL done.”

What homeschooling mom has time to teach plus do all the housework in the home? Most families would agree that it is important to have their children pitching in to help by doing chores. However, striving for the achievement of that goal is another matter. In addition, you will be introduced to a new concept in a chore system, developed by the Maxwells after many years of failure with other chore plans. From preschoolers to teens, each person can be a contributing member of the family while gaining life-long personal benefits that prepare them for life.

by Steve, for dads & sons

Homeschooling families are often concerned about whether their sons will be adequately prepared to earn sufficient income for a one-income family. Beginning with age three and working up, Steve shares specific ways a parent can start equipping a son with the character and skills needed to eventually be a successful single-income wage earner. Learn these principles from a dad whose twenty-four-year-old homeschooled son purchased a home debt free a year before his marriage and whose second son has done the same. The session has been helpful for parents of daughters and for your sons too.

by Christopher, 30, for the young people

We’ve all seen those long, skinny balloons that can be twisted into various animals and hats. What many people do not know is that balloon twisting is very simple to learn. In this session young people will not only learn the basics of balloon twisting, but also how to use those skills to share the Lord Jesus Christ with the lost.

by Christopher, 30, Joseph, 20, John, 19, and Jesse, 15

The one detail of life that every person has in common is time. Whether God gives you one decade or one century on this earth, God has given you the choice as to how to use your time. Come join the Maxwell men (Christopher, Joseph, John, and Jesse), as they share practical suggestions for how you can use your time in ways that will impact yourself, your future family, and your eternity.

by Christopher, 30, for young men

Homeschooled young men have incredible potential for success in their lives—both spiritually and vocationally. There are tragic pitfalls that might appear innocuous on the surface to be avoided. In addition there are basic elements crucial for success in the spiritual world and in the business world. The goal of the session is to explore how the different aspects of a young man’s life will affect his future. Young men of any age who can sit quietly are welcome to attend.

by Christopher, 30, for young people

“Now all these things happened unto them for ensamples: and they are written for our admonition.” Do you know which king’s wrong friendship ended up ruining a nation, and what Solomon should have asked for instead of wisdom? How about the king who took credit for what God did in his life? Timeless teaching that is applicable to lives today. Avoid the mistakes the kings made as you pursue success in your relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ.