Polishing the Pulpit 2024 - Branson: Full Schedule

1:00pm CDT

Practical Advice for Stepping into Leadership Roles in a Congregation

Speakers

Joe Wells

Joe Wells holds an earned B.S. degree in Science, a completion certificate from the Nashville School of Preaching and Biblical Studies, and a Master of Ministry degree from Freed Hardeman University. Joe travels the country as a frequent speaker for youth and family events, men’s... Read More →

Wednesday July 10, 2024 1:00pm - 1:45pm CDT
Salzburg

College Young Adults

2:00pm CDT

When You Have More in the Rearview Mirror than Out the Windshield

What lies ahead matters the most. The right choices can make for us a glorious future.

Speakers

Ferman Carpenter

Minister, Westside Church of Christ

Wednesday July 10, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Family

3:00pm CDT

I Just Don't Fit In: A Lament of Members of the Body

Finding your place in the Body of Christ when you feel like an outsider.

Speakers

Hannah Colley

Wednesday July 10, 2024 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Women

4:00pm CDT

Wise as Serpents or Just More Effective: Leadership Principles from the World (and the Word) to Help Your Congregation

Speakers

Brandon Rader

BRANDON RADER, North Lexington church of Christ, Lexington, KY.Brandon Rader has served in numerous capacities as a member of the North Lexington church of Christ in Lexington, KY. Roles have included deacon, Bible class teacher, and mission trip coordinator. For nearly two decades... Read More →

Wednesday July 10, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Salzburg

Elders Deacons

6:00pm CDT

Why Gen Zers Need Millennials and Millennials Need Gen Zers

Speakers

Scott Cain

Wednesday July 10, 2024 6:00pm - 6:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Ministry

8:30am CDT

The Beauty of God's Design

Speakers

Alana May

Thursday July 11, 2024 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Salzburg

Women

9:30am CDT

Nuts and Bolts: Tech Solutions Panel

Bring your questions, and our panel of techies will offer solutions in layman's terms.

Speakers

Jonathan Jenkins

Josh Robinson

Manna Project and Uplift Media

Josh Robinson is the Director of Communications for the Manna Project. Josh is also experienced in video and media production and operates Uplift Media, helping the church reach the lost online. He serves as a Deacon at the Arnold church of Christ in Missouri. He is a graduate of... Read More →

Roger Leonhardt

Thursday July 11, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Salzburg

Ministry

10:30am CDT

Burn the Ships and Never Go Back

Christianity is an all-or-nothing proposition.

Speakers

Odie Duncan

Pulpit Minister, Mt Carmel Church of Christ

Married to Kim LeMay Duncan since Septmber 1994 with 3 sons. I have been in fulltime ministry since 1994, having now been with Mt Carmel for over 20 years. I have a degree in Art, as well as both a BA and an MA in biblical studies.

Thursday July 11, 2024 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Salzburg

Spiritual Growth

1:15pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: Christ - My Redeemer and My Friend

We now have the wonderful opportunity to be friends with the creator of the universe, who is our ultimate human example, and one who was willing to die for us. How do we accept this special invitation to be a friend of Jesus?

Speakers

Ed DeBerry

Evangelist, University church of Christ

Edward E. DeBerryEd DeBerry was born into a church of Christ family. His late father, John Sr. was a minister in the church for more than 50 years. Ed has two brothers, John Jr and Tony, both are ministers in the lord’s church.Ed has labored at the University church of Christ... Read More →

Thursday July 11, 2024 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Doctrine

2:00pm CDT

Seize the Day! There Is a Time to Every Purpose under Heaven

Speakers

Robert Hatfield

Pulpit Minister, Henderson church of Christ

Robert Hatfield is the pulpit minister for the Henderson church of Christ in Henderson, TN. A native of Pulaski, TN, he has preached the gospel of Christ for twenty years, serving congregations of the Lord’s church in Pulaski, TN, Charleston, SC, and Fort Mill, SC before moving... Read More →

Thursday July 11, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Members

3:00pm CDT

Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Ideas That Do Not Require a Lot of Money to Do a Lot of Good

Speakers

Ande Zimmerman

Associate Minister, Logan Martin church of Christ

Ande Zimmerman has worked in youth and family ministry for nearly nineteen years. He has spent most of his time in ministry serving the Logan Martin church of Christ in Pell City, AL. He currently serves as the associate minister with a focus on strengthening young families, and one... Read More →

Anthony Dismuke

Jonathan Jenkins

Michael McDaniel

Paul Sain

Paul Sain, author of several books, including Ready Reference For Growing Christians (over 400,000 to date in six languages). Extensive radio and television work (including producing various programs for GBN as well as speaking on this network for six years). Preached first sermon... Read More →

Stacey Grant

Thursday July 11, 2024 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Small Church

4:00pm CDT

Mind Your Messaging: Youth Are Not “the Future”

Speakers

David Rader

David is a graduate of Freed-Hardeman University and works for UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY. He, his wife, Natalie, and their daughter, Hallie, worship with the North Lexington Church of Christ. David serves as a regular song leader, Bible class teacher, and is one of the coordinators... Read More →

Thursday July 11, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Salzburg

Youth Workers

6:00pm CDT

Rahab's Red Cord of Redemption

This lesson is a review of the account of Rahab that will explore how her faith was developed and demonstrated. Examples from the narrative will reveal how the gospel is for all, with specific applications for seekers and sowers.

Speakers

Katrina Stearsman

Katrina Stearsman is a member of the Warner Robins church of Christ, where her husband Daniel Stearsman is the evangelist. She graduated with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Florida, and retains her licensure in Florida. She worked as a retail pharmacist in Florida... Read More →

Thursday July 11, 2024 6:00pm - 6:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Women

8:30am CDT

Jesus Christ: The Son of Seven

Jesus Christ is the son of Adam, the son of Abraham, the son of David, the son of Joseph, the son of Mary, the son of man, and the son of God.
God’s deliberate foreknowledge is apparent in making sure the lineage of Christ shows us that Jesus is the undisputed Messiah of prophecy.

Speakers

Ed DeBerry

Evangelist, University church of Christ

Friday July 12, 2024 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Salzburg

Doctrine

9:30am CDT

Thou Shalt Not Sin . . . in the Face of Adversity

Speakers

Keith Olbricht

Preacher, Shady Acres Church of Christ

I have been at Shady Acres Church of Christ in Sikeston, Missouri since 2018. I am a 1998 graduate of Memphis School of Preaching. My wife, Stacy, and I have four children and one grandchild.

Friday July 12, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Salzburg

Spiritual Growth

10:30am CDT

The Danger of Drifting

Speakers

Austin Johnson

Preaching Minister, Florence Blvd church of Christ

Friday July 12, 2024 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Salzburg

Preachers

1:15pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: Preacher Whiplash

Whiplash, a sudden and dramatic jolt from very good to very bad or vice versa. In one hour, the preacher gets a nice email from someone who visited the services to a not-so-nice email from a man who is upset with his sermon.

Speakers

Gary Hampton

Pulpit minister, Siwell Road church of Christ

Gary C. Hampton has been preaching since 1968 and has done work in North Little Rock, Arkansas; Mobile, Alabama; Valdosta, Georgia and Cookeville, Tennessee. Hampton served as the director of the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions in Knoxville, Tennessee for nearly six... Read More →

Friday July 12, 2024 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Ministry

2:00pm CDT

The Names of God (Part 1)

We will explore the Hebrew word אלהים ('elohim) in its various forms to describe God and the gods in the Old Testament. We will discuss common misconceptions and the correct view based on Hebrew usage.

Speakers

Justin Rogers

Dean, College of Biblical Studies, Freed-Hardeman University

Dr. Justin Rogers is a graduate of Freed-Hardeman University (B.A. in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in New Testament Greek; M.A. in New Testament) and Hebrew Union College—Jewish Institute of Religion with (M.Phil; Ph.D). Since 2010 he has served as a professor and administrator... Read More →

Friday July 12, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Doctrine

3:00pm CDT

Seven Minutes of Wisdom on Prayer

Steve - Why Is Prayer So Hard?
Wade - Does Prayer Change God’s Mind?
Brandon - Practice Makes Perfect Prayer
Joshua - Are We Treating Prayer Like an ATM?
Robert - Prayer List Writing; What Should You Be Praying for at This Stage of Life?
Glenn - Seven Minutes Spent in Prayer for This Group

Speakers

Brandon Rader

Glenn Colley

Joshua Cantrell

Preacher, Avondale church of Christ

Joshua Cantrell is the pulpit minister for the Avondale church of Christ in Decatur, Georgia. He is a graduate of the Memphis School of Preaching (2015), and Nations University (BA, 2019). He is originally from Phenix City, Alabama. He is the host of the Diligent Podcast, a work of... Read More →

Robert Hatfield

Pulpit Minister, Henderson church of Christ

Steve Higginbotham

Preaching MInister, Karch church of Christ

Steve Higginbotham is a native of West Virginia. He graduated from Freed-Hardeman in 1984 and has been preaching ever since. He is married to Kim (Pierce) Higginbotham, and together, they have four children. Steve currently serves as the preaching minister for the Karns church... Read More →

Wade Webster

Friday July 12, 2024 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Young Adults

4:00pm CDT

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, I Marvel at How Small I Really Am (and Should Be)

Speakers

Gary Massey

Pulpit Minister, Mountain Creek Church of Christ

Gary Massey, Jr., J.D.Gary Massey has been preaching the gospel since he was a teenager. Gary earned Bachelor degrees in Bible and History from Freed Hardeman University and a law degree from Samford University.Between college and law school, Gary married his college sweetheart, Michelle... Read More →

Friday July 12, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Salzburg

Doctrine

6:00pm CDT

Some Questions I Have Been Asked 301

Common questions asked about elders and deacons. This will not be a live Q and A session.

1. Comment on “Shepherds as sheep”
2. How can churches stop the spiral of congregation decline: “Move away, pass away, fall away"?

Speakers

Glenn Colley

Friday July 12, 2024 6:00pm - 6:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Elders Deacons

8:30am CDT

Is God REALLY My All?

Satan tries to overcome every aspect of our life, but God has a plan
for all of us. Will we learn to give it up and trust in the Master plan for us?

Speakers

Becky Blackmon

Saturday July 13, 2024 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Salzburg

Women

9:30am CDT

Evangelism Panel

Keno - How Do You Approach Family Members?
Aaron - Winning Just One Can Make All The Difference (e.g. We Know Only One Convert of Ananias)
Stacey - How Do You Approach People Who Visit Services?

Speakers

Aaron Gallagher

Director of Production and Social Media Marketing, Gospel Broadcasting Network

Aaron Gallagher works for The Gospel Broadcasting Network and is a deacon at the Southaven church of Christ in Southaven, MS. Aaron came to work for GBN after working in the Scientific Research Lab Automation field for 10 years. Aaron obtained a B.S. degree in Biology and a Minor... Read More →

Keno Shrum

Stacey Grant

Saturday July 13, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Salzburg

Evangelism

10:30am CDT

Ethics and Hallucinogens

LSD (acid), MDMA (ecstasy), Psilocybin, Ketamine, Peyote, and Magic Mushrooms (Psilocybin) are popular in the press. This session will examine the legal, medical, and biblical landscape of hallucinogens.

Speakers

Daniel Stearsman

Warner Robins church of Christ

Daniel preaches for the Warner Robins church of Christ in Warner Robins, GA. Daniel is married to Katrina Stearsman and has two teenage sons—Jackson and Drew. Both Daniel and his wife are pharmacists. His education includes: a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Florida (2000... Read More →

Saturday July 13, 2024 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Salzburg

Contemporary Issues

1:15pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: Why Are You Trembling, Felix?

Acts 24:25 implies some reasons why Felix was trembling, let's examine them together.

Speakers

Ronnie Hayes

Saturday July 13, 2024 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Doctrine

2:00pm CDT

It's God's Fault

Speakers

Doug Burleson

Professor, Freed-Hardeman University

Doug Burleson serves as a Professor in Bible at Freed-Hardeman University where he also is the Assistant Dean of the College of Biblical Studies and the Director of the Annual Bible Lectureship. He is married to Kristi Johnson Burleson and they have four children. Doug is a graduate... Read More →

Saturday July 13, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Scholars' Think Tank

3:00pm CDT

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, I Marvel at the Grace of God for My Guilt

Speakers

Gary Massey

Pulpit Minister, Mountain Creek Church of Christ

Saturday July 13, 2024 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Doctrine

4:00pm CDT

Understanding the Climate Change Agenda

Speakers

Stacey Grant

Saturday July 13, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Salzburg

Contemporary Issues

6:00pm CDT

Singing Class: Polishing the Pews - Renewing, Refreshing, and Recharging the Song Service

This is a singing class designed to energize the heart and mind of the singer within the Lord’s church. With a better understanding of our Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs we will be better prepared to sing with the spirit and sing with the mind also (1 Cor. 14:15).

Speakers

Myron Bruce

Saturday July 13, 2024 6:00pm - 6:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Singing

8:00am CDT

Two for One: A Biblical Study of “The Terror of the Lord”

Speakers

Stacey Grant

Sunday July 14, 2024 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Salzburg

Bible Class

8:00am CDT

Two for One: Lies Disguised as Truths in Today's Culture

Speakers

Brandon Rader

Sunday July 14, 2024 8:00am - 8:45am CDT
Salzburg

Bible Class

11:30am CDT

The Lord’s “Lost & Found” Department (Luke 15)

Speakers

Joshua Cantrell

Preacher, Avondale church of Christ

Sunday July 14, 2024 11:30am - 12:15pm CDT
Salzburg

Bible Class

2:00pm CDT

Hard Fightin' Soldier: Perseverance

Speakers

Tish Clarke

Sunday July 14, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Women

3:00pm CDT

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, I Marvel at How Easily This World Distracts Me

Speakers

Gary Massey

Pulpit Minister, Mountain Creek Church of Christ

Sunday July 14, 2024 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Doctrine

4:00pm CDT

The Root of the Problem: Lack of Love

Love is not a feeling that you feel when you feel a feeling that you never felt before. Love is a commitment even when you don’t feel it. Commitment can lead to feeling but feeling can never lead to commitment.

Speakers

Mike Johnson

Sunday July 14, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Salzburg

Elders Deacons

8:30am CDT

Five Sneaky Lies Your Anxiety Tells You Are True

Speakers

Tish Clarke

Monday July 15, 2024 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Salzburg

Women

9:30am CDT

Seven Minutes of Wisdom on Personal Development

Kathy - Developing a Peaceful Mindset
Rachael -Developing a Pure Mind
Julia -Developing a Patient Spirit
Tyrene -Developing a Kind Heart
Ashley - Developing an Energetic Work Ethic
Kastin -Developing a Joyful Attitude

Speakers

Ashley Smith

Julia Togami

Kastin Carroll

Kathy Carroll

Kathy and her husband Kevin worship with the Brown Trail church of Christ in Bedford, TX, where he serves as an elder. They have two grown children, Kason and Kastin, whom they greatly enjoyed homeschooling. Kathy holds a Master’s Degree from Texas A&M University in Educational... Read More →

Rachel Holland

Tyrene Benjamin

Born in Newark, NJ, and raised in Marion, SC, Tyrene “Ty” Benjamin is a stay-at-home, homeschooling, mompreneur who enjoys e-commerce, digital content creation, and speaking to encourage Christian women to pursue spiritual and personal growth. She graduated from the University... Read More →

Monday July 15, 2024 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Salzburg

Women

10:30am CDT

Simple Rules for a “Good” Life (Series): Eat Less and Give More

Speakers

Zack Williams

Brother Williams was born in Jacksonville, TN. He attended the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences and received a B.S. degree in nursing. He has preached part-time in AR and TN since 2016, and he currently serves as the evangelist for the Sunset Church of Christ in Nashville... Read More →

Monday July 15, 2024 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Salzburg

Members

1:15pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: Taking Care of Your Widows

God, and God's people, care about taking care of those who can't take care of themselves. Among those God has asked us to take care of are our widows. How can we best serve our widows?

Speakers

Matt Wallin

House to House Heart to Heart

Director of Promotions at House to House Heart to Heart, deacon at the Oak Hill church of Christ in Rome, GA

Monday July 15, 2024 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Ministry

2:00pm CDT

Greek Bible Marking: Key Words You Absolutely Must Mark – and Mark Right – in 2 Peter.

Speakers

Rob Sinclair

Monday July 15, 2024 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Textual

3:00pm CDT

How We Got the Bible (Part 2)

Explore the fascinating journey of the Bible's origins and transmission, uncovering early manuscripts and ancient Bibles. Discover the stories behind the earliest manuscripts of the Bible.

Speakers

Luke Griffin

Executive Director, House to House, Heart to Heart

Luke was an assistant professor and a librarian at the Illinois Institute of Technology and Jacksonville State University before joining the staff of House to House/Heart to Heart (HTH). He has worked for HTH and PTP for twenty years and now serves as the Executive Director for HTH... Read More →

Monday July 15, 2024 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Salzburg

History

4:00pm CDT

When Sin Is in the Camp

Speakers

Ernest Benjamin

Minister, Chesapeake Church of Christ

Monday July 15, 2024 4:00pm - 4:45pm CDT
Salzburg

Elders