Unique, inspiring and engaging are just some of the words people have used to describe Todd Funk’s presentations. With an eclectic mix of gifts, interests and experience, Todd brings a distinctive approach to Christian apologetics, combining scientific understanding, practical experience and a genuine passion for helping people discover truth.
Todd holds a Bachelor of Science in Biological Science from the University of California, Irvine, and has a deep love for knowledge, science and truth. After ten years teaching science in public high schools, alongside years of experience in youth camps, preaching and weekly Bible-in-Schools programmes, Todd has developed into a gifted communicator who knows how to connect with and challenge audiences of all ages and backgrounds.
In 2004, Todd and his wife Donna, along with their two children, Alixx and Nikki, left the security of their teaching careers in the United States and immigrated to New Zealand in response to God’s call on their lives. Since then, God has opened doors for Todd to teach, preach and train across New Zealand, the United States, Ukraine, Australia, the Pacific Islands and beyond.
Todd’s teaching and ministry have impacted people across several continents, equipping Christians to think deeply, grow in their faith and engage confidently with life’s big questions. He has spoken at Thinking Matters’ Confident Christianity Conferences and Unshaken Youth & Young Adult Conference, and has also been actively involved in men’s ministry and accountability groups for over 15 years. Todd also hosts the Thinking Matters Podcast, where he explores the intersection of faith, culture and reason through engaging conversations and discussions.
With his unique blend of scientific insight, biblical teaching and engaging communication, Todd brings both depth and accessibility to every presentation.
Tolerance…the New Definition
This gives the new “unofficial” definition and cultural attitude of tolerance and shows its inconstant and hypocritical self-defeat in regards to Christianity. It also encourages Christians in their response to the “new tolerance”.
10-15 minutes
“Loving God with All Your Mind”
This message is a great encouragement for believers to obey what Jesus declared to be the greatest command. I explain WHAT it means to LGWM, HOW we can practically LGWM, and the WHY (the benefits to us, the church and the world) we should LWGM. See message delivered at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcQE7EgNBGI
35 minutes
“U R W I S E” (six letter acrostic)
This teaching based on my own acrostic gives the top 6 best reasons as to why theism is more intellectually honest and tenable than atheism. A great tool to have when someone asks “can you prove that God exists?”
- U- The universe…that it exists and is highly ordered with laws etc.
- R- Reason…that humans have the ability to think rationally
- W- Wrong and right…that there is a universal moral code
- I-Information…specifically that found in DNA
- S- Science…not in opposition to theism but rather having its foundation on it.
- E- Evil…can actually “prove” theism
Can be done in one 1-hour session or more comfortably in 2 x 40 minute sessions.
10 Reasons Why We Know the New Testament Is True
Statistics show that 75 +% of young adults walk away from the church and Jesus. One reason for this is due to the lack of evidence for their faith. I explain 10 reasons (all beginning with the letter “E” to aid memory) why the NT documents are accurate, reliable and trustworthy.
A 45 minute “lecture”
A Sure Foundation
For many Christians, their faith – the reasons they are Christian and not another religion or an atheist – are based on SUBJECTIVE things such as: I was born into a Christian household; Jesus changed my life….stopped drugs, no longer depressed, gave me purpose; I feel his presence; I know by the Holy Spirit; He gives me peace; I’ve seen miracles.
But if these are the SOLE basis for our belief then two things are true… 1. That if these subjective feelings subside then our faith is in jeopardy and 2. We have ONLY subjective reasons to give for the hope that is within us. In this teaching I give 5 OBJECTIVE evidences for the very keystone of our faith….the resurrection of Jesus from the dead.
45 minutes – See me present it at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CA6tktkkP4
The Darwin Delusion
Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution has unquestionably had more impact on modern man than any other. Unfortunately, to many, it has led to several logical, yet erroneous conclusions: there is no God, man has no eternal future, morality is what each man decides, and man has no intrinsic worth, value or transcendent purpose.
45 minutes each session
What if Jesus Had Never Been Born
Many atheists over the centuries have claimed that Christ and His church have been a blight to the world. For instance, the quote by Friedrich Nietzsche: “Christianity remains to this day the greatest misfortune of humanity.” We will have a look at just what the world might look like today without Christ and the influence of His church, and discover how Christianity has been a huge blessing to the world in numerous, varied ways.
45 minutes
Evil, Pain and Suffering…What’s That All About God?
The number one reason people lose their faith or refuse to come to faith resides in this topic. In this talk, I will dissect it the topic and try to make some sense of it and offer some “answers” for those pondering this crucial question.
45 minutes
The Testimony of the Heavens
Using some of the best images of the cosmos available, this multi-media rich presentation will inspire wonder and build faith in the God of creativity whose word is true. This is similar to the Louie Giglio “Indescribable” presentation but from a former astronomy teacher…with better images and explanations.
50 minutes
3 Reasons Why People Reject Truth
In presenting the gospel to people it is of utmost importance to quickly determine which barrier to truth the non-believer is erecting (emotional, rational or volitional). Without recognizing these 3 factors and dealing with each appropriately, miscommunication, misunderstanding and frustration result.
10 minutes
3 Kinds of “Faith”
I describe each of the 3 types of Faith:
- Blind Faith- Believing in something WITHOUT any evidence.
- Reasonable Faith- Believing in something BECAUSE of the evidence.
- Unreasonable Faith- Believing in something IN SPITE of the evidence.
and use an analogy of jumping off a sea-side cliff. I explain which type the atheist has…and which type we, as Christians, should have.
10 minutes
A Good Argument
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Looking for an engaging speaker who can challenge minds, strengthen faith and inspire meaningful conversations? Todd Funk brings a unique blend of scientific insight, biblical understanding and engaging communication to every event. Whether speaking at a church service, youth event, conference or apologetics seminar, Todd knows how to connect with audiences, tackle life's big questions and equip people to think critically and live confidently in their faith.
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