Immortal Christian Rock Festival

05/23/2026

Immortal 2026 – Iron Sharpens Iron Conference
BMI Event Center Versailles, Ohio
Join us for two powerful days of biblical teaching, engaging debate, and Christ-centered fellowship at Immortal 2026: Iron Sharpens Iron Conference. This event is designed to challenge, equip, and strengthen believers through thoughtful discussion and practical teaching rooted in Scripture.

Across both days, attendees will experience dynamic debates on key theological issues, including Eternal Conscious Torment vs. Annihilation and Perseverance of the Saints vs. Falling Away. These structured debates feature Chris Date and Pastor Joe Schimmel, with opportunities for audience Q&A.

The conference also features impactful teaching sessions from respected speakers including Emeal “E.Z.” Zwayne and Mark Spence of Living Waters, Chad Davidson of GoodFight Ministries, and Dr. Jim Alter, who will present on the history and reliability of the English Bible.

In addition, guests can explore the “Purified Seven Times: History of the English Bible” exhibit, available throughout the event.

It’s an opportunity to be sharpened, encouraged, and strengthened in your faith.

August 29 – 30, 2026
Saturday, August 29
Doors Open: 2:00 PM

Debate Topic: Eternal Conscious Torment vs Annihilation [3:00 – 5:00 PM]

Luke Elie from Allmeansallsports.com will moderate the debate

Chris Date / Pastor Joe Schimmel
40-minutes for openings (20 minutes each)
20-minutes of rebuttals (10 minutes each)
20 minutes of cross examinations (10 minutes each)
10-minutes for closings (5 minutes each)
30+ minutes of audience Q&A

Intermission [5:15-6:15 PM]

Emeal (“E.Z.) Zwayne (Living Waters) Speak on a Biblical plan for Personal Purity [6:30-7:30 PM]

Mark Spence (Living Waters) Approach to doctrinal differences [7:40-8:40 PM]

Sunday, August 30
Doors Open: 2:00 PM

Debate Topic: Perseverance of the Saints vs Can you fall away and lose salvation [3:00 – 5:00 PM]

Luke Elie from Allmeansallsports.com will moderate the debate

Chris Date / Pastor Joe Schimmel
40-minutes for openings (20 minutes each)
20-minutes of rebuttals (10 minutes each)
20 minutes of cross examinations (10 minutes each)
10-minutes for closings (5 minutes each)
30+ minutes of audience Q&A

Intermission [5:15-6:15 PM]

Chad Davidson ( GoodFight Ministries) Redeeming the time [6:30-7:30 PM]

Dr. Jim Alter History of the English Bible and why we can trust it [7:40-8:40 PM]

05/07/2026

Immortal 2026
Iron Sharpens Iron Conference



Saturday, August 29th 2026
Doors Open: 2:00 PM

Open with Prayer [3:00PM)

Debate topic (Eternal Conscious Torment vs Annihilation) ( Chris Date / Pastor Joe Schimmel) [3:00-4:30 PM]

Q/A session (4:30 – 5:15)

Catered Dinner[5:30-7:00 PM]

Emeal (“E.Z.) Zwayne Speak on a Biblical plan for Personal Purity [7:00-8:00 PM]

Mark Spence [8:00-9:00 PM]



Sunday, August 30th 2026
Doors Open: 2:00 PM

Open with Prayer [3:00PM)

Debate topic (Perseverance of the Saints or OSAS vs Can you fall away and lose your salvation) ( Chris Date / Pastor Joe Schimmel) [3:00-4:30 PM]

Q/A session (4:30 – 5:15)

Catered Dinner[5:30-7:00 PM]

Chad Davidson [7:00-8:00 PM]

TBD [8:00-9:00 PM]

04/17/2026

🎸Derek Jan Guitar Clinic 🎸
Sponsored by BMI Event Center & GuitarRoom.org

📅 September 12
🕐 1:00 – 3:00 PM
🎟️ $30 per pass

Take your playing to the next level with this exclusive hands-on guitar clinic featuring Derek Jan!

⚠️ LIMITED AVAILABILITY ⚠️
Only 20 festival attendees can participate — these spots will go FAST!

SEMINAR BONUS:
Special guest Adam Gibson (Novella drummer & touring drummer for Kim Boyce) will be joining the clinic!

Don’t wait — reserve your spot now!

https://www.bmieventcenter.com/derek-jan-guitar-clinic/

03/29/2026

02/20/2026

🔥 IMMORTAL FEST JUST GOT BIGGER! 🔥

For the first time ever, Immortal Fest will feature THREE versions of Petra on one unforgettable weekend stage!

⚡ Petra
⚡ Classic Petra Resurrection (CPR)
⚡ GHF (God Has Forgiven)

That’s three generations of Petra legacy… three powerful expressions of the music that helped define Christian rock… and one historic event you do NOT want to miss.

From the arena-shaking anthems to the early groundbreaking classics, Immortal Fest is becoming a true celebration of Petra’s impact and ministry through the decades.

🎟️ Make plans now. This is going to be legendary.

https://www.bmieventcenter.com/immortal-fest-2026-sep-11-aug-13/

02/08/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IHXInT7MqIk

Very interesting video. This is a must watch video.

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Immortal Fest 2026.

Friday, Sept. 11th Doors 3:00pm

Les Carlsen ( Voice of Bloodgood) (4:30 -5:30)
Michael Drive ( Voice of Barren Cross) [5:40-6:40 PM]
Furious Love [6:50-8:00 PM] They cover Holy Soldier, Stryper, Novella, Messiah Prophet, etc
Fear Not [8:15-9:15 PM]
Arsenal [9:30-10:30 PM]



Saturday, Sept. 12th Doors Open: 2:00 PM

Message by Ray Comfort video [4:15-4:45 PM]
Ken Tucker Blues [4:45-5:15 PM]
Legacy [5:30-6:30 PM]
Philadelphia [6:45-7:45 PM]
Sacred Warrior [8:00-9:00 PM]
Petra [9:15-10:30 PM]

Sunday, Sept. 13th Doors Open: 2:00 PM

Video message [4:00-4:15 PM]
The Rex Carroll Band [4:15-5:15 PM]
The Livestock band [5:30-6:30 PM]
Daniel Band [6:45-7:45 PM]
David and the Giants [8:00-9:00 PM]
Classic Petra (Greg X) [9:15-10:30 PM]

10/09/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUOLt99JnAk&t=2866s

You need to watch this!!!

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10/08/2025

https://www.bmieventcenter.com/jump-with-michael-drive-voice-of-barren-cross-mar-28/

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