Introduction for Leaders

Welcome to the Small Group Support Site for Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project!

We hope this tool will further equip you as you participate in this innovative small group curriculum.

The site includes a lesson guide, articles from Dr. Tackett (tour guide notes), lesson slides, Scripture references and additional supporting material. You will eventually have access to the Library of Worldview Thought and Vision sections. These two areas will connect you to the larger issues at stake and provide an environment for you to wrestle with worldview issues beyond the small group setting.

Technical Tips
In order to provide you with the best possible online learning experience, please note the following technical tips:

  • Make sure Adobe Reader is installed. You will need this for viewing PDF resources.
  • Make sure Flash 8.0 or 9.0 player is installed. You will need this for viewing video content (a high-speed connection is recommended).
  • For improved site performance we recommend using Internet Explorer on Windows and Firefox on Macintosh systems.
  • To save PDF resources to your system right click the link and select “Save As” or “Save Target As.”
  • Disable pop-up blockers.

Helpful Resources
Listed below are descriptions of a few resources that may assist you in communicating the larger concepts of The Truth Project to others. To download these files just click on the linked titles.

For answers regarding legal permissions and the use of these and other Truth Project resources, please reviewthis document.

The Lesson Guide
LessonGuide
The Lesson Guide provides a graphically appealing overview of all 12 lessons that make up The Truth Project.

The Compass
Compass
The Worldview Compass displays a view of life through God’s eyes. It is a 360 degree look at all areas of life from the biblical perspective.

The Truth Project Framework
framework
The vision of The Truth Project is to build a systematic and comprehensive biblical worldview in the lives of everyone who completes this study. We trust this framework provides the foundations on which this study is laid, as well as the various pillars of truth that make up our understanding of God’s view of all of life.

The Truth Project Calendar
Calendar
The Truth Project Calendar shows the cycle of events surrounding the life of The Truth Project, to include not only your group, but the multiplication of facilitators that may arise from your study.

The Truth Project Process
Process
This graphic details your role in the project; from praying, inviting, hosting, leading and raising up the next generation of facilitators.

The Poster
Poster
The poster can be downloaded and printed to promote not only your own small group, but upcoming regional training conferences.

The Key Terms
keyterms
Download a listing of key terms alphabetically or by lesson.

Thank you for joining us on the journey! We pray God will transform you and everyone who joins your small group study.

Come on inside!

Frequently Asked Questions about Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project

The Following Information was taken directly from the truth project’s official website:

Upcoming Events

The Following Information was taken directly from the truth project’s official website:

Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project is pleased to announce several upcoming conference and training events. These exciting events are being held throughout the country and are essential for potential small group leaders.

If you have participated in one of these events, or in a small group led by another leader, then you are eligible to lead your own group. Register for the MyTruthProject Support Site to purchase your DVD set if you don’t have one already, and you’ll also find other resources to help you lead a small group.

Local Training Event

          None currently scheduled

Partner Training Event

          None currently scheduled

Special Event

          None currently scheduled

Local Training events are designed for those who are either already committed to leading The Truth Project as a small group or those who aren’t quite sure but want to learn more about what to expect. In addition, the agenda focuses on training and vision components, supporting the worldview content. Local Training events are facilitated by The Truth Project staff. Partner Training events are facilitated and trained by the community partner. When registering for a Partner Training event, please register or contact the partner office as indicated.

Each conference session is designed to equip you to facilitate Focus on the Family’s DVD-based Christian Worldview lessons. You will be equipped by our Christian worldview team to lead your own small group.

The Truth Project Curriculum is a systematic and comprehensive biblical worldview study that looks at all of life. Conferences will equip you to make a Christ-centered difference on culture by applying God’s principles to daily life. See an overview of the lessons.

For more information about Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project call (800) A-FAMILY (232-6459) or fill out our contact form.

Event Testimonies

The following information was taken directly from the truth project’s official website:

Toronto

“Just a quick note to tell you how blessed I was by the Truth Project teaching provided in Toronto. I am praying for your team and our group as we seek to honor God’s direction.”

“I attended the project in Toronto last weekend and marveled at our God’s amazing timing and sovereignty. The things presented have been exactly where God has had my heart and mind and passion over the past several years … May God continue to use and bless your efforts. We look forward to using the tool you have provided to engage our small group and get them and us thinking correctly.”

“I just finished the conference in Toronto and it was great! Thank you so much for this great project!”

“Wow! That’s what I’ve been saying to everyone. Wow! I don’t know exactly what I was expecting when I signed up for the training. I knew it would be informative–something I could offer to our college age members who needed help answering the questions of their friends and teachers, or wives with unbelieving husbands–but Wow. Thank you to Dr. Tackett and the rest of The Truth Project team for opening up this opportunity to take The Truth Project to Canadians …”

Louisville

“I just completed the training in Louisville and feel that I have been truly blessed with the opportunity to use these tools to serve God.”

“God has moved in my life in a powerful way soon after I returned from the Louisville conference … The Conference was so much more than I anticipated–just awesome.”

“I want to thank Dr. Tackett and all the Truth Project Team for coming to Louisville and to let you all know that the conference was amazing and a powerful blessing to me and, I know, a blessing to all who heard the presentation.”

Honolulu

“We just want to thank the Truth Project for coming here to Hawaii and expanding and enhancing our understanding and view of the Bible and Scripture … We have already begun to spread the word to start our own small group and attempt to help God multiply his mission.”

“There are so many things that I would like to tell you, but little space … I was deeply touched by the fact that a Focus on the Family staff member had been praying for me by name. Thank you for your inspiration.”

Pittsburgh

“We want to thank you for an excellent experience at the Pittsburgh Conference and let you know that we are beginning the Project with our existing small group …”

“My wife and I attended your local presentation in Pittsburgh. We want you to know that we thought the entire program was done in a manner that would please God very much. The venue was comfortable and hospitable. The programming was interesting, informative, well presented and inspiring … Needless to say, we are excited, inspired and motivated!”

Salt Lake City

“The impact of The Truth Project Conference in Salt Lake City was enormous. There were 57 local churches and 19 different states represented. This was an event that far exceeded the expectations of the participants.”

“I was amazed at how the conference seemed to connect with each one of us, regardless of the vocation we are in. Having the Truth Project in Salt Lake City was a dream-come-true for me. I felt like having the information and heart behind the message was exactly what I needed to hear. Del and his team served and presented Christ’s love in all that they did, and I am so thankful for each of them. I totally look forward to what God has in store for our city this Fall as many of us will be leading small groups of our own.” -Bonnie

“I attended the Truth Project when it came to Salt Lake City and it is still affecting me several months down the road. Every Monday night I get together with another participant and we watch the video and then have a discussion about that particular lesson. Personally I’ve become very discerning about the information that comes at me on a daily basis and on a lot of cases I’ve been able to see the lie before it becomes part of me.” -Chad

Orange County

“GOD bless you!!! I just left you in Yorba Linda. Thank you for praying for me this weekend, whomever it was. I will pray for God to work in my life and your ministry. Praise God.” – Ken

“I just wanted to thank Dr. Dobson, Dr. Del Tackett, Focus on the Family, and the entire Truth Project team for the incredible work you are doing. My wife, Cathy, and I just participated in The Truth Project training this weekend in Orange County. What an incredible event! I had first heard of the Truth Project more than a year ago and knew I wanted to attend as soon as you came to our region of the country. We were truly moved by the experience and are extremely excited to share the Truth Project with our teenage daughter and a small group we have been hosting in our home for approximately 5 years … Dr. Del Tackett and The Truth Project team have put together a wonderful program. The quality of the presentation and materials is simply top notch. I congratulate you all on this fine work.” -Joe and Cathy

“We were at the Orange County conference. It was great. Del does a fine job. Very enthusiastic. All the up front guys were well prepared. Thank you.” -Sally

Kansas City

“I just returned from the Kansas City Truth Project conference. It was remarkable, as I expected, in a life-changing way, which I feared. However, I feel I must point out one piece of erroneous information that was presented by Dr. Tackett, himself: he opened the conference by stating: ‘I am not a speaker; I am a teacher.’ This is blatantly untrue. He is a master of both.” ?Leanne

“Just returned from the KC training. We enjoyed it thoroughly. We are in a small group, which is a LARGE group and about to complete the course. Having Del there in person was such a delight. We were able to see and feel his HEART for this project. Thanks for all you do. We are praying about how God wants us to use this information. A group of us from Springfield, MO that attended will be getting together, praying, and discussing what direction God will take all of us!” – Brad and Karen

“Just a note to thank you so much for this ministry!! We attended the conference in Kansas City and enjoyed it very much! God really spoke to our hearts through you! We have been so excited about this since we heard about it over 6 months ago. Thanks again for putting all this together!! Thanks also for having someone praying for us before and during the conference, as we felt several attacks from the enemy. God Bless you LOTS!!” – Doreen and Darwin

Sacramento

“I just completed the Sacramento seminar and was ‘blown away’ by the experience. What a wonderful and vital project. I had an ‘idea’ of what it would be, only to realize that the ‘Project’ is greater than anything I had envisioned!! Thanks so much for your work, inspiration, creativity, and faithfulness. We will do our very best to implement as you envision and fulfill God’s vision. Again, thank you to all who labor in this vineyard. We will pray continuously for you.” -David R.

“My husband, my father-in-law and I attended your conference in Roseville, California this past weekend. I cannot begin to tell you how excited we are about this. God has been doing a great work in us personally in regards to applying the Bible to all areas of life. The Truth Project is a confirmation of what God is desiring for His church. My husband and I wanted to get up and shout for joy in the conference. WOW!!!!! God is so incredible. Thank you for listening to His voice and getting this out there. Thank you Dr. Del for your passion to see the mind transformed.” -Nicole

San Antonio

“I met you at the conference this past weekend and wanted to write thanking you for spending a few moments with me … I teach a worldview class to 10th graders … I am planning on using The Truth Project with my students before the end of the school year. I am taking the advice given over the weekend and am going to work through the material myself first. I plan to let you know how my students are responding.”

“Greetings from Austin, Texas. It was good to meet you in San Antonio. Congratulations on a well run event and all the details which came together so well. May our Lord bless you and The Truth Project team as you serve Him.”

Anchorage

“My husband and I attended The Truth Project conference in Anchorage.What an amazing experience! For a long time now, I have felt a keen dread as one might feel on a sinking ship. American Christianity seemed to be that ship … What a transforming weekend! … Instead of feeling like we’re on a sinking ship, my family and I are preparing to use these tools and allow God to work in our lives to help transform the ship of America’s Christian Body. Keep it up! You are an answer to prayer!” -Leslie

“We all enjoyed the seminar immensely. It was very encouraging to see how the message and tenor of the seminar dovetails with what God has been doing at our church. Our life coaches are very excited about diving into the DVDs and preparing for leading others through the experience.”

Orlando

“I wish to thank Del and all of the other people who made the Orlando meeting a very wonderful experience. I appreciate what went into all of the training materials with respect to time, cost, sacrifice and above all, prayer. Thank you all. I expect to start our first group in the next few months and see where God will take it from there. This project has been added to our prayer list in my prayer group at work.”

“Thank you for a phenomenal training event. What a privilege it was to experience biblical teaching in a cutting-edge presentation. I teach a Sunday school class and two Bible studies each week, but I don’t often have the opportunity to be taught the Word. What a thrill it is to watch the DVDs and remember the ‘in person’ training time … Thank you, Dr. Tackett and the whole team. I am looking forward to training more leaders who can share the truth.”

Washington, D.C.

“I wanted to tell you that my husband and I just attended your seminar in Washington, D.C.! It was a great experience and a job well done! Thank you. Del’s humble expertise comes through and is very well appreciated. My husband and I teach several classes in our church and value Del’s style! We will be praying about ‘who, when, and where’ concerning this great opportunity! Thank you for being open to the Spirit’s leading!”

“Del Tackett bowled us over in D.C.!!! It was quite apparent to my wife and me that God is mightily using him and the others to carry out an important mission here in the U.S. — to get God’s people back in touch with the TRUTH, with GOD, and our savior JESUS; to ignite our passion for the HOLY SPIRIT that lives within us to in turn lead us on our own separate missions … we’ve never felt so alive, so grateful, so energized!!!”

Atlanta

“I just wanted to take a moment and thank ya’ll for coming to Atlanta this weekend. It was very meaningful to me and my wife. We’re looking forward to how God is going to transform our lives and those He’s given us to shepherd. We’re praying and planning toward beginning this study … with our existing home fellowship group. I see great potential for multiplying this throughout our church and community. God bless you as you continue to follow His calling on your lives.”

“My husband and I recently attended your Atlanta conference and all we can say is WOW! It was so refreshing to hear Del talk about Christian worldview in such a professional way! He helped explain some things that showed us why the Lord may be making specific changes in our lives. We look so forward to continuing to study this program, praying for you all, and praying for God’s direction for us with this material. May the Lord God bless you and your willingness to bring this to the public!”

Boston

“I attended the Boston event with my friend and we really enjoyed it. Dr. Tackett is a great teacher and everyone did a great job. Thank you!”

“The presentation in Boston was wonderful and definitely worth my 12 hour round-trip drive!”

“My wife and I went through the training session this past weekend in Boston. It was fabulous — great job!”

“I just want to say THANK YOU! My husband and I just got back from The Truth Project in Boston and it was so much more than what we thought it could be. We drove down from Canada to go and we were not disappointed. We are so excited to begin this in our home city. It’s the passion that we have both talked about as we watch our churches and fellow believers around us. Now we have tools to help in spreading this truth to other believers.”

“Thank you for the recent seminar in Boston. We were blessed very much.”

Seattle

“My wife and I attended The Truth Project conference in the Seattle area this past weekend and it has been a life changer already. What an amazing conference. We are so pumped up and excited to see what God is going to do for us and others with this series. Thank you, thank you, thank you. God is truly amazing to have brought us The Truth Project.”

“I am from Marin County (north of San Francisco) and I just came back from the Seattle conference and was blessed and encouraged tremendously.”

“The quality is excellent and is faithful to Scripture. Thanks to Del and everyone at Focus on the Family for producing this series.”

“My wife and I just returned from the conference in Seattle. For quite some time, God has been moving in both our hearts that we needed to engage and combat the destructive culture that seems to be overwhelming our children. Dr. Del Tackett’s teaching is an invaluable resource in answering the cultural challenges both we and our children face. It was great! We thank you and pray that God will multiply this around the world.”

“I just attended your Seattle conference – all I can say is Wow! I live in Shanghai China and I am very excited to take this back with me and start making a difference!”

Colorado Springs

“My reaction was ‘Wow! Here I am Lord, send me!’ If everyone who attends these conferences is as pumped as I am there could be, God willing, true revival …” -J.D.

“What I experienced was as great as I had expected! I can see why it makes a difference to be there live and grasp the vision of the project.” -Event attendee

“I have been waiting for 30 years for The Truth Project. That many years ago I was a confused college student … Many of the theories in psychology conflicted directly with my faith. Looking for answers, I traveled to Dr. Francis Schaeffer at L’Abri … Dr. Tackett has not only picked up his work, but has expanded it and made it available for the common man. Thank you, Focus and Dr. Tackett, for what you are doing.” -Marc

Rockford, Illinois

“I had the privilege of attending at Rockford and was instructed, inspired and convicted. The work you have done offers an immeasurable help to me, both in my work and my walk.”
-Jennifer

“Del is an excellent teacher and his passion clearly shows in his presentations. I’ve never known someone to have such a thorough ‘handle’ on the whole picture of truth issues and of the Bible … and be able to explain it so clearly and in lay terms.” -Marilyn

“Thank you so much for the wonderful training conference. I was very impressed with how well it was laid out, the intense training that was done, and the deep awe for the Lord that it built in the participants and the teachers!” -Gabriella

Charlotte, North Carolina

“Awesome! Everything I expected and more! I look forward to what this all means and being a ‘stepping stone’ in the process with you.” -Craig

“I was in Charlotte last weekend for The Truth Project. What an amazing experience … God truly met with us and planted seeds for future harvesting. I have already started working through the material in preparation for leading a group this fall and am very excited about what it is doing within my own heart and mind.” -Jeff

“I’ve already shown the promo DVD to two groups of parents and a group of high school students. They instantly committed to attending one of my Truth Project classes.” -Dave

“Wow! I just got home from Charlotte and the first Truth Project training conference … It was wonderful. Dr. Tackett’s passion was obvious and I am excited about what God is going to do. I was amazed and encouraged at the distances folks traveled to attend! Praise the Lord. I’m looking forward to partnering with you for this world-changing opportunity! God bless!” -Sally

“The training and DVD materials are excellent! I’ve been teaching biblical worldview classes for the last few years … and I can safely say that The Truth Project content is the best out there.” -Charlotte, North Carolina, event attendee

“My wife and I attended the Charlotte conference this past weekend. We have been praying for about two years that God would bring about a revival in our home, church, community and our nation. We did not believe it needed to be a one day or one week type activity, but a fundamental change in the way we present the truths of God’s Word. We believe this is what you have begun.” -Charlotte, North Carolina, event attendee

E-newsletter Archive

The following information was taken directly from The Truth Project’s Official Website:

Welcome to The Truth Project e-newsletter archive. To subscribe to the e-newsletter, enter your e-mail address in the sign-up box in the left column and click “submit.”

A Fox Show (07-23-07)
A clever fox reminds Del of some key truths.
read more
A Lesson From My Past: Part Five (12-01-05)
In the final part of his series, Dr. Del Tackett discusses separation of church and state, the growth of civil government and other important issues in relation to judicial appointments.
read more
A Lesson From My Past: Part Four (12-02-05)
In Part Four of Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project E-newsletter series, Del Tackett looks at two key dates that relate to the current situation regarding U.S. Supreme Court nominations.
read more
A Rockwell Moment (02-12-08)
Putting the American Tradition into perspective…
read more
An Incredible Story (02-16-08)
We have an incredible story to tell you…
read more
An Open Dialogue On Evolution (05-27-08)
Many Christians struggle with the issue of evolution…
read more
Del’s New Blog (05-23-07)
Dr. Del Tackett has started a blog, so you can keep up with his varied and insightful observations…
read more
Doing What is Right (11-06-06)
Worldviews, media influence and the importance of voting.
read more
Dr. Ben Stein Confronts Darwin, in Expelled (04-29-08)
Is Darwinism unassailable “fact?” Many scientists insist it is so, yet they struggle to explain…
read more
Emergency Room (12-18-07)
When the script doesn’t read as you think it’s supposed to…
read more
Halloween: A Night of ‘Spiritual Naturalism’ (10-31-06)
How ‘spiritual naturalism’ moves us away from the transcendent God of the universe.
read more
Hats Off to the U.S. Navy (08-21-07)
An Air Force guy at sea…
read more
How Perfect Are We To Be? (11-06-07)
Are we ordered to have order?
read more
King’s Baptist Transformation (02-26-08)
The Pastor of King’s Baptist Church, in Vero Beach, Florida tells how it impacted his Church…
read more
Mother’s Day (05-13-08)
Dr. Tackett muses about mothers and “odd” socks….
read more
New Leader Training Resource! (04-01-08)
Check out the new Leader Training DVD, with helpful videos on leading small groups…
read more
Our Faith is Not An Emotion (01-19-08)
Reflections on having to face tough truths…
read more
Pebbles in My Mind (09-17-07)
How little things can really get our attention…
read more
Searching for Ponies in the Hay (10-02-07)
Look for what is hidden…
read more
Stone-gate (04-05-07)
Before Watergate, there’s the story of the greatest cover-up of all time…
read more
Thanksgiving and Praise Day (11-21-06)
A reminder of the true meaning of Thanksgiving.
read more
The Da Vinci Code, Same Old Story (05-17-06)
Dr. Del Tackett addresses the challenge of The Da Vinci Code.
read more
The Prince of Peace (12-22-06)
In a society which sometimes forgets Him, we remember the Prince of Peace…
read more
The Shrimp Who Changed England (02-22-07)
The diminutive William Wilberforce helped transform England through the force of his love for people, and God…
read more
The “Theocracy” Argument (06-10-08)
Dr. Tackett explains common myths about Christians, “theocracy” and what Christians should expect from government…
read more
The Truth Project in Hawaii (06-17-07)
The Truth Project takes the Truth to a training conference in Hawaii…
read more
The Truth Project is Coming to Detroit and Phoenix This Month! (04-15-08)
An update on The Truth Project’s many activities, in spreading God’s Truth…
read more
Trends at the Focus on the Family Institute (03-18-08)
Teaching college students is a joy for Del…
read more
Virginia Tech Massacre — Who’s To Blame? (04-18-07)
Does our society’s predominant culture and worldview make crimes like at Virginia Tech more common?
read more
Watching the Moon Turn Red (09-04-07)
Waiting for a blood-red moon…
read more
What Teens Want (02-20-06)
Do most teens have a biblical worldview?
read more
Where Does the Iceman Evidence Lead? (08-07-07)
Whose side is the Iceman on?
read more
Wilberforce: The Rest of the Story (03-09-07)
The lesser-known story of Wilberforce’s personal transformation…
read more
Wilberforce: What Now? (03-21-07)
What giants do you face, which you must deal with?
read more
Wrestling With Perfection Again (12-04-07)
Further reflections, based on comments to the first “Wrestling With Perfection”…
read more
A Fox Show (07-23-07)
A clever fox reminds Del of some key truths.
read more
A Lesson From My Past: Part Five (12-01-05)
In the final part of his series, Dr. Del Tackett discusses separation of church and state, the growth of civil government and other important issues in relation to judicial appointments.
read more
A Lesson From My Past: Part Four (12-02-05)
In Part Four of Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project E-newsletter series, Del Tackett looks at two key dates that relate to the current situation regarding U.S. Supreme Court nominations.
read more
A Rockwell Moment (02-12-08)
Putting the American Tradition into perspective…
read more
An Incredible Story (02-16-08)
We have an incredible story to tell you…
read more
An Open Dialogue On Evolution (05-27-08)
Many Christians struggle with the issue of evolution…
read more
Del’s New Blog (05-23-07)
Dr. Del Tackett has started a blog, so you can keep up with his varied and insightful observations…
read more
Doing What is Right (11-06-06)
Worldviews, media influence and the importance of voting.
read more
Dr. Ben Stein Confronts Darwin, in Expelled (04-29-08)
Is Darwinism unassailable “fact?” Many scientists insist it is so, yet they struggle to explain…
read more
Emergency Room (12-18-07)
When the script doesn’t read as you think it’s supposed to…
read more
Halloween: A Night of ‘Spiritual Naturalism’ (10-31-06)
How ‘spiritual naturalism’ moves us away from the transcendent God of the universe.
read more
Hats Off to the U.S. Navy (08-21-07)
An Air Force guy at sea…
read more
How Perfect Are We To Be? (11-06-07)
Are we ordered to have order?
read more
King’s Baptist Transformation (02-26-08)
The Pastor of King’s Baptist Church, in Vero Beach, Florida tells how it impacted his Church…
read more
Mother’s Day (05-13-08)
Dr. Tackett muses about mothers and “odd” socks….
read more
New Leader Training Resource! (04-01-08)
Check out the new Leader Training DVD, with helpful videos on leading small groups…
read more
Our Faith is Not An Emotion (01-19-08)
Reflections on having to face tough truths…
read more
Pebbles in My Mind (09-17-07)
How little things can really get our attention…
read more
Searching for Ponies in the Hay (10-02-07)
Look for what is hidden…
read more
Stone-gate (04-05-07)
Before Watergate, there’s the story of the greatest cover-up of all time…
read more
Thanksgiving and Praise Day (11-21-06)
A reminder of the true meaning of Thanksgiving.
read more
The Da Vinci Code, Same Old Story (05-17-06)
Dr. Del Tackett addresses the challenge of The Da Vinci Code.
read more
The Prince of Peace (12-22-06)
In a society which sometimes forgets Him, we remember the Prince of Peace…
read more
The Shrimp Who Changed England (02-22-07)
The diminutive William Wilberforce helped transform England through the force of his love for people, and God…
read more
The “Theocracy” Argument (06-10-08)
Dr. Tackett explains common myths about Christians, “theocracy” and what Christians should expect from government…
read more
The Truth Project in Hawaii (06-17-07)
The Truth Project takes the Truth to a training conference in Hawaii…
read more
The Truth Project is Coming to Detroit and Phoenix This Month! (04-15-08)
An update on The Truth Project’s many activities, in spreading God’s Truth…
read more
Trends at the Focus on the Family Institute (03-18-08)
Teaching college students is a joy for Del…
read more
Virginia Tech Massacre — Who’s To Blame? (04-18-07)
Does our society’s predominant culture and worldview make crimes like at Virginia Tech more common?
read more
Watching the Moon Turn Red (09-04-07)
Waiting for a blood-red moon…
read more
What Teens Want (02-20-06)
Do most teens have a biblical worldview?
read more
Where Does the Iceman Evidence Lead? (08-07-07)
Whose side is the Iceman on?
read more
Wilberforce: The Rest of the Story (03-09-07)
The lesser-known story of Wilberforce’s personal transformation…
read more
Wilberforce: What Now? (03-21-07)
What giants do you face, which you must deal with?
read more
Wrestling With Perfection Again (12-04-07)
Further reflections, based on comments to the first “Wrestling With Perfection”…
read more

E-newsletter Archive

Welcome to The Truth Project e-newsletter archive. To subscribe to the e-newsletter, enter your e-mail address in the sign-up box in the left column and click “submit.”

Who is Del Tackett?

This Information was taken directly from The Truth Project’s Official Website:

Del Tackett bio image

Dr. Del Tackett is former president of the Focus on the Family Institute and a former Senior Vice President of Focus on the Family. He is also the chief spokesperson for Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project—a nationwide initiative designed to bring the Christian worldview to the body of Christ.

An adjunct professor at New Geneva Theological Seminary and Summit Ministries, Dr. Tackett served more than 20 years in the United States Air Force. During the George H. W. Bush administration, he served at the White House, where he was appointed by President Bush as the director of technical planning for the National Security Council. Dr. Tackett later served in various senior analyst and manager capacities at Kaman Sciences Corporation and ITT Industries.  He now works with Coral Ridge Ministries as TV co-host for the show “Cross Examine.”  He still works with The Truth Project, and publishes to his blog, Truth Observed.

As a professor, Dr. Tackett has taught more than 30 undergraduate and graduate courses at three different institutions, over a 12 year period. He is also an ordained elder in the Presbyterian Church in America. Dr. Tackett holds three earned degrees (D.M., Colorado Technical University; M.S., Auburn University; B.S., Kansas State University).

Dr. Tackett has published a variety of written works including articles in Focus on the Family magazine that address worldview and cultural issues. He has had several technical articles and manuals published by the U.S. Air Force.

A sought after conference speaker, Dr. Tackett addresses topics such as American Christian heritage, Christian worldview, technical subjects and management.

Del and his wife Melissa have been married since 1972. They have four grown children.

Visit Del’s blog, Truth Observed.

Copyright © 2006-2012 Focus on the Family

Culture in Focus

the following in formation was taken directly from the truth project’s official website:

Dr. Berlinksi on Nazi Germany
Dr. Berlinski discusses the progress of moral deterioration in Nazi Germany as an illustration of why moral people must judge society and stand up for what’s right.
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Dr. Berlinski On Moral Judgment
If Christians fail to make moral judgments in our society, other people will make immoral judgments for us.
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Dr. Pennington on Transformation of the Mind
Dr. Gordon Pennington talks about the place of truth in the process of transforming minds.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul on the Battle Within
Dr. R.C. Sproul talks about the battle within our minds against sin and rebellion.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul: The Eclipse of God
Dr. R.C. Sproul talks about how the “Eclipse of God” has hid the reality of God and how it relates to our cultural divide.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul on God’s Nature
Dr. R.C. Sproul talks about how God’s nature cannot change.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul on Renewing the Mind
Dr. R.C Sproul talks about the role of the mind in transforming the heart.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul on the Suppression of the Truth
Dr. R.C. Sproul talks about the reason for the suppression of the truth.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul on Communicating to Our Culture
Dr. R.C. Sproul stresses the importance of the existence of God and the trustworthiness of Scripture.
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Dr. Ravi Zacharias: How Did We Get Here?
Dr. Ravi Zacharias talks about how society’s moral framework got to where it is today.
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Dr. Ravi Zacharias on Relativism
Dr. Ravi Zacharias speaks about the implications of believing in relativism.
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Rev. Sirico: Helping the Poor
Rev. Robert Sirico talks about charity, and how we can best help the poor.
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Rev. Sirico: Christians in Rome
Rev. Robert Sirico relays a story about believers in the early church, and their reverence for the sanctity of human life.
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Rev. Sirico: Western Civilization
Rev. Robert Sirico talks about the influence of Christianity on western civilization.
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Doing the Right Thing Promo Video
Promotional video for the new Christian worldview and ethics DVD series, Doing the Right Thing.
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Flash’s Story
Tattoo artist “Flash”, a subject of several clips in The Truth Project, tells his story — why he is so uncomfortable with Christianity and the church.
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God’s Photo Album
God’s story — the story of scripture — as told in the metanarrative style.
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Dr. Os Guinness on Confusion About Evil
Dr. Os Guinness talks about how our society faces tremendous confusion on the subject of evil, and how postmodernism contributes to this confusion.
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Dr. Pennington on Human Purpose and Who We Are
Dr. Gordon Pennington talks about who we are, as human beings in God’s universe, and how it’s important for us to have a purpose and to feel needed, best achieved by following our gifts and calling.
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Dr. Pennington on Culture & Identity (TTP clip)
Dr. Gordon Pennington talks about how overwhelmingly our society is influenced by stimuli which control us, and which we strive to control, and how it makes Truth all that much more important.
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Dr. Dalrymple on the Role of the State in Charity
Dr. Dalrymple discusses the traditional roles of the state vs. the church in providing charity to those who deserve it, and how the state has distorted the intent of that charity by taking it over from the church.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul on America’s Cultural Revolution
Dr. R.C. Sproul discusses the cultural revolution which occurred in the 1960s in America, talking about how it eclipsed or obscured God’s Truth.
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God’s Systems
A review of all the ways God’s special creation demonstrates relationships and displays God’s nature.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul On Ethics & Statistical Morality
Dr. R.C. Sproul explains the difference between ethics & morality, and how dangerous it is to believe that a majority can decide what is moral or ethical.
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TTP Experts on the Primacy of Truth
The Truth Project experts speak about the primacy and importance of absolute Truth.
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Dr. Os Guinness on the Importance of Storytelling
Dr. Os Guinness talks about how Jesus used stories and parables to persuade where direct speech wouldn’t work.
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The Truth Project Promotional Video
Learn more about The Truth Project in this short video promotion.
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Dr. R.C. Sproul On Unity & Diversity of God
Dr. Sproul discusses the unity and diversity both represented within the concept of the Trinity.
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What Does It Mean To Be Human?
Dr. Pennington discusses what it means to be human, in the context of God’s creation, and how humbling and awesome it is.
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Dr. Theodore Dalrymple on the Breakdown of Family
Dr. Theodore Dalrymple explains the breakdown of family in Britain, and explains its critical roles, without which society cannot function properly.
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Dr. Pennington on Fantasy vs. Reality
Dr. Gordon Pennington explains how amazed he is by the readiness of our society to embrace fantasy.
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The TTP Experts on Postmodernism
A variety of segments from The Truth Project experts on Postmodernism — what it is, what it’s intent is, and what its danger is, as a philosophy.
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TrueU Promo Teaser – Is the Bible Reliable?
See teaser clips from several parts of the second full TrueUTM disc, “Is the Bible Reliable?” TrueU is produced by The Truth Project, and is designed primarily to help college students and college-bound teens to solidify their Christian faith with foundational apologetics training.
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TrueU Episode Teasers – Does God Exist?
See teaser clips from several parts of the first full TrueUTM disc, “Does God Exist?”  TrueU is produced by The Truth Project, and is designed primarily to help college students and college-bound teens to solidify their Christian faith with foundational apologetics training.
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Dr. Os Guinness On Gifting & Calling (part 2)
Dr. Os Guinness says “Don’t wait to be called — we’re all called!”  He explains how churches today misuse the concepts of gifting and calling.
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Dr. Os Guinness on Gifting & Calling (part 1)
Dr. Os Guinness explains the difference between gifting and calling, and how calling should relate to career.
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Dr. Guinness on Defining Evil
Dr. Os Guinness explains how evil must be defined, and how much of the evil in the 20th Century was perpetrated by average, “good” people, who were just “following orders.”
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Dr. Pennington on Naturalist Contradictions
Dr. Gordon Pennington explains how the worldview of naturalists entirely contradicts itself, believing strongly in two opposing assumptions.
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Proyecto La Verdad (The Truth Project In Spanish)
Hear a video clip of The Truth Project dubbed into Spanish!
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The Truth Project Lessons

The Following Information Was Taken Directly From The Truth Project’s Official Website:

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Lesson 1 – Veritology: What is Truth?

The Truth Project begins by defining truth as “that which corresponds to reality.” This absolute and eternal truth, at the heart of Jesus’ mission on earth, continues to be the focal point of the Cosmic Battle in our own time. Back to top

Lesson 2 – Philosophy and Ethics: Says Who?

Truth is not simply an academic concept. The way we think about truth has a direct bearing upon the way we live our lives. What’s more, our understanding of right and wrong is directly dependent on our worldview: is the universe God’s creation or a closed cosmic cube? Back to top

Lesson 3 – Anthropology: Who is Man?

The Bible tells us that man was created in God’s image but fell from innocence through sin. Modern psychology, on the other hand, asserts that man is inherently good and behaves badly only under the influence of social or institutional pressure. This lesson explores the implications of both views.Back to top

Lesson 4 – Theology: Who is God?

Eternal life, according to Jesus, is knowing God in an intimate, personal, and relational way. Such knowledge, which is possible only because of divine revelation, transforms us from the inside out as we begin to see ourselves in the light of His majesty and holiness. Back to top

Lesson 5 – Science: What is True?

Science, the “systematic study of the natural world,” brings to light innumerable evidences of Intelligent Design. But Darwinian theory transforms science from the honest investigation of nature into a vehicle for propagating a godless philosophy. (Part One)

A careful examination of molecular biology and the fossil record demonstrates that evolution is not a “proven fact.” Meanwhile, history shows that ideas, including Darwinism as a social philosophy, have definite consequences that can turn ugly when God is left out of the picture. (Part Two) Back to top

Lesson 6 – History: Whose Story?

Does the past have an objective actuality and significance? Or does it, as postmodernist philosophy asserts, exist primarily inside our heads? This tour considers the meaning of history as God’s story and shows us why remembering is so important. Back to top

Lesson 7 – Sociology: The Divine Imprint

The order we observe in the natural realm is even more apparent in the social systems God has established: family, church, community, state, labor, and the union between God and man. Life is a series of relationships that flow out of and reflect the Trinitarian nature of the Creator. Back to top

Lesson 8 – Unio Mystica: Am I Alone?

Is it possible for the infinite, eternal Creator to dwell within the heart of an individual? The implications of this great mystery, which represents the very core of the Christian faith, are explored at length in this examination of the most intimate of the social spheres. Back to top

Lesson 9 – The State: Whose Law?

Of all the social spheres, the state, to which God grants the power of the sword for the punishment of evil and the preservation of the good, has the greatest potential to go awry if it oversteps its authority. The civil magistrate must always remember his place under the sovereignty of God – otherwise, havoc will ensue. Back to top

Lesson 10 – The American Experiment: Stepping Stones

America is unique in the history of the world. On these shores a people holding to a biblical worldview have had an opportunity to set up a system of government designed to keep the state within its divinely ordained boundaries. Tour #10 follows the history of this experiment and explores what happens to freedom when God is forgotten. Back to top

Lesson 11 – Labor: Created to Create

Contrary to a great deal of contemporary popular opinion, work is not a “curse.” God Himself is active and creative, and He calls man to share in the joy of His activity and creativity. Labor, economics, media, and the creative arts all have a role to play in magnifying the glory of the Creator. Back to top

Lesson 12 – Community and Involvement: God Cares, do I?

The ethical law and the meaning of the Christian life are summed up in the commandment to love God and one’s neighbor. This command is the source of the believer’s motivation for self-sacrificial service to the needy and their personal involvement in our culture. Back to top

What is Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project?

The Following Information was taken directly from The Truth Project’s Official Website:

In a recent study, the Barna Research Group revealed a stunning statistic that continues to reverberate throughout the evangelical world. Only 9 percent of professing Christians have a biblical worldview.1

Because of this, today’s believers live very similarly to non-believers. A personal sense of significance is rarely experienced, we spend our money and time on things that fail to satisfy and we begin to wonder what life’s ultimate purpose really is. We are, in short, losing our bearings as a people and a nation.

To counter this slide within the body of Christ, Focus on the Family has launched one of the most ambitious and powerful projects in the history of our ministry – The Truth Project.

The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum comprised of 13 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This home study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Each lesson discusses in great detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.

We believe this one project represents the possibility for exponential change within the body of Christ; millions been transformed by this curriculum. As it has been throughout history, God continues to call ordinary people to make an eternal difference in our world.

We invite you to be a part of this cultural change by participating in or leading a small group of your own. Contact us to learn how you can get involved in Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project!

Want to know more about what’s in The Truth Project lessons? See an overview.

Attend a training conference or complete our online leader training courseand you’ll be able to obtain your copy of The Truth Project DVD set, which includes all 13 professionally produced lessons on 8 DVDs.