Lead Defend 2025
Lead Defend is an apologetics conference that equips the next generation to defend their faith. Students experience powerful worship, engaging messages, and practical breakout sessions. Lead Defend will take place at Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Tickets for Lead Defend are $35 per person.
While this conference is specifically geared for high school and college students, Lead Defend Foundations is simultaneously held for those in 6th-9th grade. Learn more about Lead Defend Foundations here.
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Featured Speakers
- Jamie Dew
- Tara Dew
- Sean Emory
- Lee Strobel
Worship Leaders
Cory and Stephanie Epps
Cory & Stephanie Epps have been leading worship together for over ten years. They currently reside in Jonesboro, AR with their two children. Cory serves as the Worship Leader at Central Baptist Church. They’ve released a worship EP, “Greater Still,” and a Christmas EP, “Love Has Come To Save”. In addition to their work with the local church, Cory & Stephanie lead at various conferences and camps around the country.Cory & Stephanie are passionate about leading others in authentic, God-honoring worship. They lead with transparency and emphasize singing biblical truths. Cory & Stephanie’s desire is to see the Church join together as one in a real encounter with Jesus Christ.
Lead Defend Schedule*
| 9:00 a.m. | Registration & Check-In |
| 10:00 a.m. | Session 1 |
| 11:30 a.m. | Break |
| 11:45 a.m. | Session 2 |
| 12:30 a.m. | Lunch |
| 1:15 p.m. | Short Talks & Pannel Discussion |
| 3:15 p.m. | Break |
| 3:30 p.m. | Session 4 |
| 4:30 p.m. | Dismiss |
*Schedule is subject to change.
Lead Defend Location
Immanuel Baptist Church
501 N. Shackleford Rd.
Little Rock, AR 72211