Fortify is dedicated to equipping individuals with a strong foundation in Christian apologetics. We aim to foster a community that engages in meaningful discussions and promotes spiritual growth. We are Texas breed and raised and we intend of spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ in Texas by raising awareness of the crucial need for apologetics in our evangelistic efforts. We further intend on promoting up-and-coming Texas apologists and hosting conferences exclusively in Texas churches.
Brady holds a BS in Bible and Pastoral Ministries from Arlington Baptist College, a MA in Counseling from Dallas Baptist University and a Doctorate in Educational Ministries from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is an ordained Baptist minister and a member of the International Society of Christian Apologetics (ISCA), and the Evangelical Press Association (EPA). He serves as a senior apologist at Watchman Fellowship. Brady is a former senior pastor with over fifteen years of ministry experience. He has written a number of Profiles for Watchman Fellowship while in the pastorate and since has joined the staff. He has a heart for sharing the truth of the gospel to those who have been deceived by counterfeit Christianity, the occult, cults and false religions. In addition to the time spent in church ministry he has also served as a college professor and administrator over the last eleven years.
Travis holds a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Iowa, an M.A. degree in philosophy, ethics, and apologetics from Biola University, an M.A. degree from Talbot School of Theology, and a B.A. from Alaska Bible College. He is a Professor of Philosophy at the College of Christian Faith, where he teaches all things philosophical. He writes and speaks on issues of faith and human flourishing. He’s the author of Wandering Toward God: Finding Faith amid Doubts and Big Questions, Logic and the Way of Jesus: Thinking Critically and Christianly, and Everyday Apologetics, and the co-author of Stand Firm: Apologetics and the Brilliance of the Gospel. His writing has appeared in such outlets as Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, and the Christian Research Journal. Travis regularly speaks at churches, retreats, and conferences. He writes a monthly newsletter called The Thinking Thoughts Newsletter and blogs on his website.
Eric Hernandez is a dynamic evangelist and apologist with a heart for proclaiming the gospel and defending the faith on theological and philosophical grounds. He’s the author of the book, The Lazy Approach to Evangelism: A Simple Guide for Conversing with Nonbelievers, which has been endorsed by J.P. Moreland, Mike Licona, J Warner Wallace, Frank Turek, and Lee Strobel, and contributed a chapter to the book, Faith Examined: New Arguments for Persistent Questions. He’s a licensed minister, a certified formation therapist, and the Apologetics Lead and Millennial Specialist for The Baptist General Convention of Texas. Eric has spoken and debated on a public level at college campuses where he adamantly defended the Christian faith against skeptic, atheist, and agnostic professors of different worldviews. He holds an associate degree in social science, a bachelor’s degree in theology, and a certificate in apologetics from Biola University.
Bill Scott is the Director of Ratio Christi International and has spoken at theology and apologetics conferences across the globe. He is also the host of the YouTube Channel, The Truth Convo, which has given him the privilege of interviewing some of the world’s top Christian thinkers. His ministry is without boundaries. Bill has spoken in over 20 countries and has learned to communicate effectively across a multitude of ministry contexts. He has been a youth pastor, senior pastor, prison chaplain, and drug recovery ministry before committing to full-time campus missions. Bill holds a Master of Arts in Cultural Apologetics and a graduate certificate in Philosophical Apologetics from Houston Christian University & is pursuing a Ph.D. in Intercultural Studies at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology.
Allen Hainline graduated with highest honors with a bachelor's degree in physics from UT Austin and received a Master’s Equivalent degree in Systems and Software Engineering from UT CES. His most recent education included graduate study at Biola University in the Science and Religion program. Allen worked at Raytheon for about 12 years in software engineering before leaving as an Engineering Fellow in 1999 to be involved in 3D-modeling at a startup company. Allen is currently self-employed designing algorithms and software involving commercial satellite imagery and AI. Allen is happily married for 38 years to Rose, and they have 2 adult sons and 2 daughters. He and Rose enjoy scuba diving. He leads a Reasonable Faith chapter at UT Dallas that he started 15 years ago. He has taught classes for Raytheon, UT Austin CES, and at the College at Southwestern. He co-wrote a chapter on Fine-Tuning with Dr. Luke Barnes in The Story of the Cosmos book.
Defending the Defenseless: Making a Case to Make Abortion Unthinkable
In this breakout session, attendees will be challenged to rethink abortion by building a
compelling case for why it should be unthinkable. Two powerful strategies will be
explored, one rooted in Scripture and one that does not rely on biblical authority,
equipping partici
Defending the Defenseless: Making a Case to Make Abortion Unthinkable
In this breakout session, attendees will be challenged to rethink abortion by building a
compelling case for why it should be unthinkable. Two powerful strategies will be
explored, one rooted in Scripture and one that does not rely on biblical authority,
equipping participants to engage both Christian and non-Christian audiences. Through
clear logic and a memorable, practical application, this session will provide the
confidence and tools needed to address one of the most pressing moral issues of our
time with conviction and clarity.
God as the Reason for Reason
We are capable of using logic, making arguments, and thinking critically. This is, in a way, humanity’s superpower. But what explains this ability to reason if there’s no God? If we are atoms in the void, how is it that we can reason our way to truth? What does this mean for atheism, if logic and reason are den
God as the Reason for Reason
We are capable of using logic, making arguments, and thinking critically. This is, in a way, humanity’s superpower. But what explains this ability to reason if there’s no God? If we are atoms in the void, how is it that we can reason our way to truth? What does this mean for atheism, if logic and reason are denied? Perhaps the single strongest argument for God’s existence is that, without God, reason and logic should not exist.
Navigating the LGBTQ Minefield
We will discuss how to navigate one of our cultures hardest topics by learning how to move past the arguments and get back to the core of the theological and biblical issues. By looking at the history of ideas from the enlightenment, through Darwin, and eventually into the public square, we will learn how to
Navigating the LGBTQ Minefield
We will discuss how to navigate one of our cultures hardest topics by learning how to move past the arguments and get back to the core of the theological and biblical issues. By looking at the history of ideas from the enlightenment, through Darwin, and eventually into the public square, we will learn how to win our LGBT neighbor, by answering them with understanding that goes beyond the cultural chaos.
The Lazy Approach to Evangelism
Evangelism doesn’t have to be intimidating or difficult, but in a growing culture of doubt, it must be effective. This is the role of apologetics in evangelism. Taken from his new book, "The Lazy Approach to Evangelism: A Simple Guide for Conversing with Nonbelievers," this session will provide you with the
The Lazy Approach to Evangelism
Evangelism doesn’t have to be intimidating or difficult, but in a growing culture of doubt, it must be effective. This is the role of apologetics in evangelism. Taken from his new book, "The Lazy Approach to Evangelism: A Simple Guide for Conversing with Nonbelievers," this session will provide you with the relevant tools for navigating better, more fruitful conversations with those you encounter.
A Scientific Case for the Specialness of Humans
A case will be made for the very special and improbable aspects of the laws of nature to permit life – especially intelligent life such as only humans possess. Coupled with the virtual impossibility of life arising from non-life without divine intervention, we present a strong scientific cas
A Scientific Case for the Specialness of Humans
A case will be made for the very special and improbable aspects of the laws of nature to permit life – especially intelligent life such as only humans possess. Coupled with the virtual impossibility of life arising from non-life without divine intervention, we present a strong scientific case that humans were made by God and have purpose. Scientific evidence will also be revealed to refute claims that humans lack free will or are poorly designed.
What Does It Mean to Be Made
in the Image of God?
Christians often say that we are created in the image of God; but what does that
actually mean? Does it mean we look like God, act like God, or possess some kind of
hidden divinity we must discover within ourselves? In this message, we will confront
common misconceptions about the image of God
What Does It Mean to Be Made
in the Image of God?
Christians often say that we are created in the image of God; but what does that
actually mean? Does it mean we look like God, act like God, or possess some kind of
hidden divinity we must discover within ourselves? In this message, we will confront
common misconceptions about the image of God and explore what Scripture truly
teaches. By examining the biblical meaning of this foundational truth, we will discover
how being made in God’s image shapes our identity, purpose, and responsibility before
God and others.
Does the Soul Exist?
The existence of the soul is often seen as an outdated, superstitious belief that can be falsified by science. If true, this has profound implications for Paul’s argument that if there is no resurrection of the dead, then Christianity is false (1 Cor 15). In this session you will learn to present a case for the soul by
Does the Soul Exist?
The existence of the soul is often seen as an outdated, superstitious belief that can be falsified by science. If true, this has profound implications for Paul’s argument that if there is no resurrection of the dead, then Christianity is false (1 Cor 15). In this session you will learn to present a case for the soul by arguing two basic points: 1) that consciousness is not physical, and 2) that human beings are more than a brain and body.