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Introducing Dr. Sean McDowell

By Jake Embleton, Southwest Coordinator

Conversations That Matter: Apologetics and Evangelism in An Age of Deception

It is my pleasure to introduce someone I believe is among the foremost voices in apologetics today—Dr. Sean McDowell.

I first met Sean about two years ago under memorable circumstances. A complete stranger to him at the time, I was picked up at the airport by Sean himself, and we shared a ride to the restaurant where we were scheduled to have dinner. As we drove through a sudden, torrential downpour on the freeway, I was struck not only by how calmly and skillfully he navigated the road, but also by the ease and thoughtfulness of our conversation.

That evening over dinner, I was immediately impressed by Sean’s articulate speech and, more importantly, by his genuine curiosity. Despite holding a doctorate and being an undisputed expert in his field, he exemplified humility and a learner’s mindset—qualities far too rare today.

The next day, Sean spoke at Leadership Connexion, the pre-conference event we host annually as part of MissionConnexion Northwest and MissionConnexion Southwest. His presentation opened my eyes to the field of apologetics in a way I had never experienced before.

Growing up in the shadow of his father, renowned apologist Josh McDowell, Sean undoubtedly gained deep insights from a young age. But he has done more than carry on a legacy—he has forged his own path. As a professor at Biola University’s Talbot School of Theology, a prolific creator of podcast and video content, and a widely respected speaker, Sean has established a distinct voice in today’s digital landscape. He’s also a devoted husband and father, and—fun fact—a former point guard for the Biola basketball team.

During his message at MissionConnexion, Sean captivated the audience with his clear, compelling communication and deep engagement with Scripture. He is truly an exceptional communicator.

We live in an age marked by confusion, misinformation, and deception—where distinguishing truth from falsehood has never been more critical. In such a time, voices like Dr. Sean McDowell’s are not only needed—they are essential.

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Sean McDowell will be joining us not only as a Keynote Speaker at MissionConnexion Southwest at Pure Heart Church, but also as a featured speaker at Leadership Connexion on Friday, November 7.

I strongly encourage you to attend both Leadership Connexion and MissionConnexion SW this year—you won’t want to miss what’s in store!

👉 Register now: https://missionconnexion.global/southwest2025/