Trends vs. Text
Testing Theological Trends with the Word of God
July 19-23 | Kamiah, Idaho
“Be diligent to present yourself approved to God…” — 2 Timothy 2:15
Watch this video to get a better idea of what to expect! 2026 GES Regional Conference, Kamiah Idaho
This July, we invite you to join us in beautiful Kamiah, Idaho, for a regional conference focused on one central question:
Are our theological conclusions shaped by Scripture — or by trends?
In an age where cultural assumptions, popular language, and ministry movements often shape belief more than careful exegesis, this conference calls believers, teachers, and leaders back to the discipline of rightly dividing the Word of truth.
Together, we will test contemporary theological trends against the text of Scripture.
Hosted by Grace Bible Church
PLEASE REGISTER!
Register here: faithalone | Gracebiblekamiah
Learn more about the church: www.gracebiblekamiah.com
Conference Schedule
Sunday (July 19)
Morning Service: 9am and 11am (Children’s Church 11am)
Evening Service: 6pm
Monday–Thursday (July 20–23)
Morning Sessions
Breakfast: 7:30-8:30 (provided by Grace Bible)
Worship: 8:45-9:00 AM
Lecture: 9:00 AM- 9:50 AM
Wrap up: 9:50 AM- 10:00 AM
Each weekday will have a church-organized activity before the morning and evening sessions. Please see the schedule for details
Evening Sessions
Fellowship time (snacks provided) 6:30-7:00 PM
First session 7:00pm-7:50 PM
Second Session 8:10-9:00 PM
Please note: Schedule times are tentative and may be adjusted.
*Please note that while attending the conference is free, we are asking everyone to register here: https://www.gracebiblekamiah.com/faithalone, so we can prepare enough breakfast food.
*Between sessions, families can enjoy organized activities as well as personal time exploring Idaho’s beautiful outdoors — hiking, fishing, river recreation, and more. Additional details on excursions are posted below.
Monday: July 20th
Morning Session 1 — Can You Know You Have Eternal Life?
Assurance, Faith, and the Confusion of Modern Soteriology
Speaker: John H. Niemelä
BREAK: Church-hosted activity following the session:
Fishing Trip (Optional). A fishing license will be required, estimated at around 20.00 dollars. It can be acquired the day of the fishing trip.
Evening Session 2 – Can You Lose Eternal Life?
Testing the Arminian Claim Against the Text
Speaker: Ken Yates
Evening Session 3 — The Canon of Scripture
Authority, Recognition, and the Word of God
Speaker: John H. Niemelä
Tuesday: July 21st
Morning Session 4 —Does God Choose People for Hell?
Election, Justice, and the Character of God
Speaker: Kathryn Wright
BREAK: Church-hosted activity: Tubing the river (Free)
Evening Session 5 -What Is the Saving Message?
Clarifying Repentance, Faith, and Eternal Life
Speaker: Ken Yates
Evening Session 6 -What Is the Role of Repentance?
What must a person believe in order to be saved?
Speaker: Kathryn Wright
Wednesday: July 22nd
Morning Session 7 – Oneness Pentecostalism
Speaker: Jeff Spencer
BREAK: Church-hosted activity: Choose your own adventure! Free options
- Hiking and Huckleberry Picking, then back to the church to make Huckleberry pie
- Lewis and Clark Tour
- Run and Gun Course
Evening Session 8 – Is the Kingdom Here Now?
Already, Not Yet — or Not at All?
Speaker: Bob Kenagy
Evening Session 9 -TBD
Speaker: Tony Badger
Thursday: July 23rd
Morning Session: Optional Boat Tour: Price:
- $247 per adult. $127 for children 12 and under.
If you add our shuttle, it is an additional $27 per person. - Please follow the link below and reserve your spot for July 23rd if you wish to join the group and ride together.
Hells Canyon Jet Boat Tours & Snake River Adventures | Killgore Adventures
Evening Session 10 -TBD
Speaker: Tony Badger
Evening Session 11 -Israel, the Jews, and the Rise of Hostility
Speaker: Geoff Stevens
Family & Children
We are pleased to provide VBS during all main sessions, so please bring your children! Registration VBS 2026 @ Grace!
This conference is designed with families in mind — serious study alongside meaningful fellowship and recreation.
Lodging & Camping Options
RV Parks & Campgrounds
- Grace Bible Church has free camping options on their property. Please contact them @ faithalone | Gracebiblekamiah for more information.
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Long Camp RV Park – Kamiah
www.longcamprvpark.com -
Kamiah / Clearwater River KOA Journey
www.koa.com
Hotels
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Hearthstone Elegant Lodge – Kamiah
www.hearthstonelodge.com -
Clearwater 12 Motel
www.clearwater12motel.com
If you have questions related to contemporary theological movements or trends, this is the place to wrestle with them!
More details (activity schedule, speaker bios, and final program) coming soon.
We hope you will join us this July in Kamiah.
Please register here: https://www.gracebiblekamiah.com/faithalone