About Truth Defended

Truth Defended is a ministry founded by veteran pastor and Christian/Biblical counselor, Steven Harness. Truth Defended conducts inspirational conferences in local church settings, offers an insightful website, and publishes interesting blogs and podcasts online with the goal of equipping Christians to defend their faith with engaging theology and reasonable apologetics.

  • Vision Statement – Truth Defended exists to offer Engaging Theology and Reasonable Apologetics, equipping the church to defend her faith.
  • Position Statement – Truth Defended seeks to equip the church to defend her faith.
  • Mission Statement – Truth Defended recognizes an ill-equipped church in an increasingly secular culture, and she must be equipped to defend her faith with Engaging Theology and Reasonable Apologetics to reach the next generation with the Gospel. 
  • Values Statement – Truth Defended equips the church to defend her faith with Engaging Theology and Reasonable Apologetics for God’s glory and the Gospel’s advancement.
  • Strategy Statement – Truth Defended will conduct inspirational conferences in local church settings, create an insightful website, and publish interesting blogs and podcasts online.

Steven Harness has a long-term interest in archeology, history, creation science, ancient languages, and the Bible. He is a husband to Natalie, and father to 3 incredible kids. He enjoys the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and targeting. He is also a fan of youth sports such as Jr. NBA and Little League baseball, both of which he has enjoyed coaching. He also enjoys playing with his Golden Retriever dogs.

Steven & Natalie

Concerning credentials, Steven holds a Bachelor of Bible (BB) at Pensacola Christian College, a Master of Divinity (MDiv.) in Education from Mid-America Theological Seminary, a Master of Ministry (MMin.) in Pastoral Studies, a Doctor of Philosophy of Religion (PhD.) in Counseling from Bethany Divinity Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry (DMin.) in Theology and Apologetics from Liberty University. He is also a Board-Certified Christian Counselor (BCCPC) with many Continuing Education Units (Light University), a SYMBIS facilitator, and holds a professional speaking certificate (Built Different Speakers Academy).

Steven is available for Truth Defended Conferences and “Night of Hope” counseling conferences. Please contact the Wilton Baptist Church office (518.583.2736) to discuss a special meeting.

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“I would be honored to serve you and your congregation.” – Steven