Biola’s 78th annual Torrey conference titled simply, “With,” was inspired by theologian Sky Jethan's new book, With, where Jethani delves into the potential problems of living for, under or over God rather than with God.

“While evangelical Christians should know better — acquainted as we are with the many scriptural invitations to open ever more deeply to his presence with us — we recognize that our enthusiasm to learn about God or work for him is not always the same as living life with him. And yet, this relational presence is our deepest human need,” said Todd Pickett, dean of Spiritual Development at Biola.