Words of wisdom from decades of ministry
In this Vision Day interview, Professor John Lennox reflects on his season of public debates, how he prepared to face leading atheists, and why the fear of the Lord, not the fear of people, has sustained him. He unpacks what true apologetics is and is not, stressing that persuasive evangelism, deep engagement with Scripture and a living relationship with God must remain at the heart of our work. Lennox also shares why he is encouraged by OCCA’s ministry today and urges a new generation to begin every endeavour with “In the beginning, God.”
The Freedom Trap
This talk from OCCA’s Vision Day features Max, an associate speaker joining us from Australia, unpacking key ideas from his book The Freedom Trap. He explores how our culture’s view of freedom has shifted over the last century, why the ideal of total autonomy can become a trap, and how counterintuitive research and simple images, like a violin string, reveal what real flourishing looks like. Max also shares about OCCA’s Foundational Apologetics Course in the Asia time zone and his ongoing editorial and content work with the team.
Free to question
This session from OCCA Vision Day 2025 shares an encouraging update on Reboot from Director Alanzo Paul and Reboot Administrator Liv Ramsay. You will hear powerful youth testimonies from Reboot City, learn how Reboot partners with local churches through Reboot Locals and Reboot Roundtable, and see how a full day of big questions is helping Gen Z and Gen Alpha meet Jesus. If you have teens in your life, this is a practical look at how Reboot can serve both you and the young people you care about.
Schools, Universities, the Workplace, Churches
This panel from OCCA’s Vision 2025 event shares real stories from university missions, workplaces and local churches, showing what it looks like to share the gospel in today’s culture. You will hear about Hindus, Buddhists and sceptical students coming to faith, Muslims wrestling with Jesus in the workplace, and the kinds of questions young adults are really asking. OCCA speaker and medical doctor Ben Thomas also unpacks how he supports churches and individuals as they navigate complex questions around sexuality and gender, helping to clear common misunderstandings about God.
Training for Everyday Mission
This panel from OCCA’s Vision 2025 event gives an honest, behind-the-scenes look at how OCCA is training Christians to share Jesus with confidence and kindness in today’s culture. You will hear from students on our One-Year Hybrid Course, see how our Training Pathway works in practice, explore why engaging other faiths matters, and discover how OCCA partners with the local church to equip Christians for everyday mission.
