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“Jim would be my first choice for inviting to a men’s retreat or an apologetics weekend. He’s a great speaker and brings a cold-case detective’s perspective to apologetics. He’s winsome and knows his stuff.” – Brian Auten, Apologist, Podcaster, Writer and Host of Apologetics315.com
I understand how difficult it is to find the right speaker for your event. As a detective, pastor and Christian apologist, it’s my job to communicate difficult concepts in a straightforward way and teach people how to apply the rules of evidence as they examine the claims of Christianity. I’ve spoken at large and small events all over the country.
I hope this page (and my Speaker Press Kit) will help you get the information you need to make a wise choice for your event. I’m honored that you would consider me.
What You Can Expect
Here’s what you can expect from me:
1. Prompt, professional replies to your phone and email inquiries.
2. A personal phone call with me prior to your event, so we can talk at length about your needs and desired goals. I want to know how I can serve you and your audience.
3. An announcement about your event on my blog and social media channels (if, of course, your event is open to the public and you want the visibility).
4. A customized resource page, provided to your attendees after the event. I will include links to FREE articles, Bible inserts, audio and video files related to the topic I covered at your event.
5. A quick follow-up communication after the event, to make sure I met your expectations (I also want to know how you think I can improve).
A Little Bit More About Me
I’ve been speaking publicly for over 15 years, from small seminars to keynote appearances at major national events. My investigative work as a detective has been highlighted on local and national television programs like Dateline, Fox News and Court TV.
I have an interest in the arts and attended California State University at Long Beach, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Design. I then earned a Master’s Degree in Architecture from UCLA. As a result, my presentations are designed to be powerfully visual in nature. I try to use my background as an artist to communicate difficult concepts in a captivating way.
I’ve been employed as a police officer and detective for the past 25 years. I’ve worked as a Patrol Officer, served on a street level narcotics unit and the SWAT Team, worked the Gang Detail and a career criminal surveillance team, and I eventually became a Robbery / Homicide Detective. I have been working Cold Case Homicides exclusively for many years. As a result, my presentations employ the techniques that I’ve learned as an investigator. I try to use my background as a detective to teach audiences about the nature and power of evidence.
I was an angry atheist until the age of thirty-five, but once I became a Christian, I quickly became interested in Christian theology. I entered seminary at Golden Gate Baptist Theological Seminary and eventually earned a Master’s Degree in Theological Studies. As a result, my presentations are rooted in the classic, orthodox truths of Scripture. I try to use my background as a pastor to encourage audiences about the reliability of the Bible and the evidence for God’s existence.
I’m also an author. I’ve contributed articles to the Apologetics Study Bible for Students, and I’ve just completed my new book, Cold Case Christianity. I’ve been married to my wife, Susie, for twenty-four years; we have two boys and two girls. In our spare time we run, enjoy the beach and trails near our home in Southern California and take walks our trusty Corgi, Bailey.
You can learn more about my work and life as a Christian “Case Maker” by visiting some of the websites on our Resource Page. You can also download photos and videos.
My Most Requested Topics
I speak on a number of topics related to the evidence supporting the Bible’s reliability, the existence of God, and the orthodox claims of Christianity. My goal is to work with you to create an event that will encourage, train and prepare your attendees.
Download my Press Kit to get a complete list of all the talks I am prepared to give for your event (inlduing detailed explanations for each talk). I am updating this list continually, but these are some of my most popular. Keep in mind that I’ve presented these topics in just about every format you can imagine, from short informal talks to multi-session keynote speeches:
The Cold-Case Reliability of the Gospels
Examining the eyewitness reliability of the Gospels
(90 minutes – full media)Belief “That” vs. Belief “In”
Discovering the power and confidence of the Christian evidence
(60 minutes – object lesson)Becoming a “Two Decision” Christian
Deciding to believe and defend the truth
(60 minutes – object lesson)The Cold Case Related to Genesis 1
Examining the relationship between special and natural revelation
(60 minutes – full media)Investigating the Scientific Reliability of the Bible
Examining the presence of scientific concepts foreshadowed in the Bible
(60 minutes – full media)The Cold Case for God’s Existence
Examining the circumstantial evidence that points to God
(90 minutes – full media)The Cold Case Problem of Evil
Responding to several versions of the evil and suffering in the world
(60 minutes – full media)The Case for Truth
Making a case for objective truth claims and tolerance
(60 minutes – full media)Cold Case Resurrection
Examining the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus
(60 minutes – full media)The Cold Case Truth About Mormonism
Examining the evidence related to Joseph Smith and the Mormon scriptures
(90 minutes – full media)Who’s Waiting For Your Kids?
Examining the cultural environment facing young Christians
(60 minutes – full media)
My Upcoming Engagements
Please Note: My calendar changes very quickly and without much notice. Please check the event websites to get additional details if you plan to attend any of these events:
Let’s Book It
Thanks for considering me for your event. You can download a Speaker Press Kit to learn even more! Please contact me to check my availability by submitting the form below. Someone from my team will get back to you right away.
