Complete: Rebelution Tour 2007
Over 2,000 teens and parents from 20 different states came together in Indianapolis on Saturday for the final stop of the 2007 Rebelution Tour.
Registration numbers moved us out of our original room several weeks before the event, so we moved to the Gathering Place, holding the conference on top of three full-sized basketball courts and an indoor soccer field.
Over 25 attendees gave their lives to Christ at the end of the third session. It was the highlight of the event by far.
Meeting and talking with our fellow teens during the breaks is our favorite part of every conference. This young woman gave her life to Christ on Saturday.
Some of the teens who stood to identify themselves with Christ made real sacrifices — even to the point of losing best friends who sat beside them. They are heroes — and brothers and sisters in Christ.
There is more to come. Thank you all for your prayers!
September 17th, 2007 at 10:17 am
I’m so glad it went well! I’ve been praying. I was wondering, when will the poll results from the D/FW conference be released? I was pretty sure that it was stated that they would be visible on the blog….
September 17th, 2007 at 10:35 am
Thank you so much for coming to Indiana! I really enjoyed the conference, it was a wonderful time of blessing and encouragement. It was smashingly swell to see so many like-minded rebelutionaries! I have been greatly inspired through your blog as well. God has given your family such an amazing ministry! May God continue to use you in the lives of His people! Thank you again! I’m excitedly awaiting next year’s conference! In the meantime, I’m off to Do Hard Things!
God Bless,
Emily Rose
September 17th, 2007 at 10:50 am
When I first heard you were coming to Indy I just about flipped! I am so glad my whole family and I could come and hear you speak. Saturday was definitely one of THE highlights of my year!
All of the work you have put into the Rebelution, as well your message, has been an inspiration. It is so encouraging and emboldening to know there are many other Rebelutionaries out there! I can’t wait to see what God has in store for this new counter-culture!
In Christ,
BreezyTulip
September 17th, 2007 at 11:10 am
wow! what a day! The conference was amazing and life changing! Thanks guys so much for what you are doing! I already can’t wait for next year and I am bringing more friends with me! Saturday night I was faced with something really hard but thank God that He gave me strength! Do hard things!
September 17th, 2007 at 11:40 am
sounds like some people were really blessed! thank God for the new converts! i’ll be praying for them.
September 17th, 2007 at 11:42 am
Praise the Lord for His wonderful ways! Though unable to this year, I certainly plan on being one of the many to attend one of the conferences come next year!
Keep up the life changing work, not only in Jesus name, but IN Him!
My prayers are with you all,
Melanie H.
September 17th, 2007 at 12:25 pm
The conference was really amazing! I am so thankful everything went smoothly! It was really a blessing for me to hear you guys speak and to meet you. Your relaxed and humble manners really stood out to me and were testament of strong faith and reliance on God. I believe this impacted me more than anything else. Thank you for working so hard to bless, encourage and lead teens (excuse me; young adults) like me!
Blessings,
Jennifer
September 17th, 2007 at 12:26 pm
How wonderful! I am hoping that my daughters and I can make one of these in the future!!! This year the closest one(Dallas) was at that same time as my oldest’s mission trip. Maybe next year will work!
September 17th, 2007 at 12:49 pm
I really enjoyed the pictures, thanks for posting them. Praise God, he does amazing things!
Carlin N.
September 17th, 2007 at 12:53 pm
Aww… I really like the third picture down. Very cute. =)
It was special that God used your conference as a tool to draw more to Himself. What an honor. =) The end of your dad’s session provided a moment for hundreds of prayers to rise as incense before our holy and majestic God. Prayers of thankfulness and renewed committment… and prayers of surrender. God is truly good!
September 17th, 2007 at 2:00 pm
The pictures are great, guys. It appears like everything went very well. Praise God that people gave their lives to Him! I was definitely praying for this conference! God is good!
September 17th, 2007 at 2:11 pm
It was definitely a wonderful conference. I am so thankful for your passion and glad that other families and teens were able to join me in participating in this event!
September 17th, 2007 at 2:23 pm
Amazing!!!! I wish I could have been there! Hopefully you will do a conference either in Canada or close (Washington or Oregon maybe?) next year!!! I would LOVE to come. Thank you for sharing these things.
God bless,
Sheila
September 17th, 2007 at 3:01 pm
The conference was so encouraging! How powerful to see so many people make a commitment to Christ! God is AWESOME!
cd
September 17th, 2007 at 3:44 pm
“Some of the teens who stood to identify themselves with Christ made real sacrifices — even to the point of losing best friends who sat beside them.”
That is just so……wow.
September 17th, 2007 at 4:21 pm
Thank you SO much!!! The conference was incredibly awesome, and I am inspired and encouraged to do hard things for God’s glory.
And, I got my shirt signed by both of you.
How fun is that?
And, I got a picture with you both.
And I got to meet a fellow rebelutionary who is on the forums, which made the whole thing even better.
You all are awesome. Your message was right on, and so very encouraging. Thanks a million.
September 17th, 2007 at 4:26 pm
The conference was wonderful! I truly enjoyed myself. It was fun being able to say hello to both of you, Alex and Brett:) I came away greatly encouraged and re-dedicated to Christ.
I can’t wait until next year:) Lord willing I’ll be able to attend. Thanks so much for what you do.
God Bless!
September 17th, 2007 at 5:23 pm
How awesome! I agree with Rebekah - the third picture down is really cute.
And I’m singing with the angels for my new brothers and sisters!
September 17th, 2007 at 5:26 pm
I am so glad that it went well, and i really hope that I will be able to make it to one or more of the conferences next year. God Bless you! –Ruth
September 17th, 2007 at 5:59 pm
Neat, Erica, I’ll have to get my shirt signed next year! It’s a cool idea.
Same here about the third picture
I’m glad so many were converted to Christ!
September 17th, 2007 at 6:08 pm
Thanks for posting pictures so that we who weren’t there got to see a glimpse of it! I look forward to your coming down South next year perhaps. =)
September 17th, 2007 at 7:40 pm
It was awesome to see so many come to Christ…May God continue to use your family in mighty ways.
September 17th, 2007 at 9:19 pm
It’s so exciting to look forward to meeting these 25 more people in heaven - or even here on earth - someday!
I also love the 3rd photo down!
I’m calling dibs on having a conference in PA next year…
~Lady Tai
September 17th, 2007 at 11:41 pm
What great news! Praise God for his goodness!
September 18th, 2007 at 1:18 am
I hope you could go here in the Philippines someday.
September 18th, 2007 at 4:32 am
The conference was great! Thanks so much.
Nathan
September 18th, 2007 at 5:14 am
That’s wonderful! Looking at the pictures, I feel like I was there too.
May God always bless your ministry as you continue to touch the lives of millions of teenagers (and people of all ages) around the world!!!
~ Alyssa C.
September 18th, 2007 at 6:01 am
I was praying for you both throughout the day on Saturday. I’m so glad to hear that things went so well (especially about the 25 new brothers and sisters!). To God be the glory!
September 18th, 2007 at 6:17 am
AWESOME! Awesome, awesome awesome!!!
What an amazing thing is going on in the lives of youth around the country..
I’m jealous of those who went!
September 18th, 2007 at 7:30 am
‘Fraid I am too, Abby. But is is good to hear of God’s faithfulness through the conference. Can’t wait to hear more.
September 18th, 2007 at 10:25 am
Thank you guys for your work, praise God for blessing you and the rebelution!
September 18th, 2007 at 11:27 am
Praise the Lord for His marvelous works among the children of men! My family and I were able to attend the conference on Saturday. That my Dad, Mom, two brothers, one sister, and I were all there and into it was the first miracle. I praise God mightily for that. I was so touched by the entire day and I just say thank you to the Lord for His work in and through Alex, Brett, and their entire family. You guys are an incredible encouragement to me and I am so thankful for the opportunity to hear you speak and proclaim the truth of Jesus Christ. Blessed be the name of the Lord!
September 18th, 2007 at 11:32 am
I read my post and realized that I stated the first miracle and forgot the second I was going to mention. Oops! Hallelujah for the souls who heard the truth of God and accepted it! You shall know the truth and the truth shall make you free! Praise the Lord! What an exciting time!
September 18th, 2007 at 11:45 am
Praise God from whom all blessings flow!
I just about cried when I read about those who gave their lives to Christ and especially those who lost friends because they stood for Christ. I’m so proud of you who did and I don’t even know you! Thank you Alex and Bret for allowing the Lord to use you and your abilities for Christ’s glory. I hope I get to go to another Rebelution Tour before I go to Africa on a mission trip.
Soli Deo Gloria,
Hillary
Hebrews 12:2
Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
September 18th, 2007 at 1:17 pm
I traveled from Ohio with my dad and bro. so I could see you guys. Thank you sooooo much! I’ve rededicated my life to Crist because of you. I was wondering if maybe you guys could come to Ohio next year? I know a lot of my friends need to hear your message, and I would love to see you again.
September 18th, 2007 at 2:23 pm
Wow, Thank you guys so much! The Indy conference was such an encouragement for me. Your message is very powerful and true.
Thank you!
September 18th, 2007 at 4:06 pm
The conference was so well done…great messages, FUNNY (goodness gracious, it was very funny) impersonations and downright inspiring words from both Brett & Alex as well as Mr. Harris.
P.S.
It was a pleasure getting to meet and talk with you, Mrs. Harris (and Sarah)!
September 18th, 2007 at 5:20 pm
Lydia, you are the very first person I’ve seen mention how funny the conferences are! Let me second it
September 18th, 2007 at 6:39 pm
Hey!
Thanks so much.
It was an awesome day Saturday! Thank you so much.
I was really blessed by it.
I ditto the above comments about how funny it was, it really was.
I liked how it was so audience interactive. The audio repsonse thingy and how you guys really interacted with the audience. It was pretty cool!
I’m def coming back next year. I’ll be there with more people in tow.
Also, about your book, when it will come out??? I’m lookin forward to it!
God Bless you all! Keep loving and Trusting Him! In Christ we are made free!-Caitlin
September 19th, 2007 at 7:09 am
Yes it definitely was very funny. You guys knew exactly how much humor to add to your talks, and still keep the serious balance. Thanks! Lydia
September 19th, 2007 at 1:44 pm
Thank you guys so very much. I came with my 3 siblings and we all had a blast and learned so much! Now we’re all encouraging each other to “do hard things” and we’ve all received the breath of fresh air that we needed to just keep pressing on.
Thanks for the practicality, humor, and willingness to drive straight to the point of some of the most important issues we as young people face. What an encouragement you guys and your ministry are to our generation! Thanks for being used of Him!
September 19th, 2007 at 2:57 pm
That was an amazing confrence guys! Thanks so much!
It was really neat to meet y’all, I’m ready for the confrence next year
I will be getting a submission in for the book ASAP.
Eric
September 19th, 2007 at 5:00 pm
The conference was a wonderful time for my family - and also for our youth group. We had almost 10% of our church family there. Thank you for ministering to everyone - even me! Plan on coming to West Michigan next year. I know we are ready to help host!
September 19th, 2007 at 5:00 pm
Looks like the confrence was AMAZING. Really wish I could’ve been there!
It is wonderful to see how God is working through you guys for His glory. Keep up the good work, guys!
God bless,
Elisabeth
September 19th, 2007 at 7:58 pm
My Dad, little sister, and I are SO glad we went! It was especially encouraging to see such a huge number of teens who were not satisfied with low expectations. As a homeschooler in a small town, I sometimes feel like the only one. I was extremely challenged yet encouraged, too. (I don’t know if this is possible to find out or not, but) Is there anyone involved in the Rebelution who lives in the Marion/Carbondale area of Southern Illinois?
September 20th, 2007 at 6:14 am
Was anyone else disturbed by this line?
“Some of the teens who stood to identify themselves with Christ made real sacrifices — even to the point of losing best friends who sat beside them.”
Honestly that sounds like something you would hear about a cult.
September 20th, 2007 at 7:45 am
Hey, y’all - I just wanted to leave a note to say Thank You for all you’ve done. God has given you a mission and you’ve taken it upon yourselves. So, thank you.
September 20th, 2007 at 8:57 am
Jeff: I don’t think anything sinister was meant. They were just saying that their friends probably deserted them for coming to Christ. Yes, I was a little disturbed, but it’s the kind of disturbed feeling you have when you hear about some Christians martyred in a foreign country; a little disturbed, but very happy for them. Hope that helps
September 20th, 2007 at 9:50 am
I was just wondering if more pictures are going to be put from the Indianapolis conference, like fromthe other ones.
And are we going to be able to buy teeshirts on this website, i couldn’t find that link and i wasn’t able to get one at the conference.
Thanks!!
katy
September 20th, 2007 at 12:10 pm
Wow - isnt God so amazing? - I would love be able to come to one of your conferences!
The Pictures were amazing! Thanks so much! —Jacqui D.
September 20th, 2007 at 4:29 pm
It looks great. I would love to be able to come to one someday.
September 21st, 2007 at 12:16 pm
Jeff:
I wish you could have been there to see some of the people who stood to acknowledge Christ…if you’d only seen it, you might have been able to understand why the friends of these guys and girls were dumbfounded (and maybe disgusted) at their friend’s decision.
Let’s imagine if it was you and your friend. You come into this conference and you’re both non-Christians. Wouldn’t it come as a complete shock that your best friend suddenly decides to follow an entirely different lifestyle after just one meeting and what (you thought) were just some meaningless words about ‘that guy, Jesus’?
I don’t know you, Jeff, or your personal beliefs about God, Christ, or Christianity itself. But maybe, just maybe, instead of seeing what these guys and girls did as a ‘cultish move’ to announce themselves openly as believing in something that looks foolish to most people, maybe you could see it as the bravest and gutsiest thing these people have ever tried. They’re the ones who had to face their friends ridicule after the conference and on the ride home. They’re the ones who will have to explain their ‘rash decision’ to family and schoolmates. And they may never even get support months after we’ve forgotten their names and have left them off of our ‘remember to pray for’ lists.
Foolishness, yes, to most people. But I never could have done what they did.
September 21st, 2007 at 1:40 pm
Heather!
I lived in Marion IL for 12 years….sadly my family and I moved away last year. I know exactly what you mean about being a homeschooler in a small town. Be encouraged though, you’re NOT the only one! There’s several church’s with AWESOME youth groups…have you ever been to Aldersgate UMC? Check it out if you haven’t. It’s good to hear from a fellow small town homeschooler.
September 21st, 2007 at 3:09 pm
It was awsome that is all I can say I will def be going next year
September 21st, 2007 at 8:19 pm
Praise God!!
Your sis in Christ,
Cori
September 23rd, 2007 at 12:51 pm
Okay you guys, a very boring question and two comments from one of the moms attending the conference…When do you think the DVD’s will be available? Alex, we are NOT going to turn the chairs in the opposite direction, and Brett- it’s all YOUR fault
April 11th, 2011 at 10:40 pm
Ppl like you get all the brains. I just get to say tnahks for he answer.
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