Polishing the Pulpit 2024 - Branson: Full Schedule

1:00pm CDT

Why Do We Take the Lord's Supper Every Week?

This lecture will discuss the significance, importance, and details of the Lord's Supper.

Speakers

Tom Moore

Instructor at The Texas School of Preaching

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

Doctrine

3:00pm CDT

Will We Know Our Loved Ones in Heaven?

Speakers

Gage Coldwater

Founder and Director, Manna Project Forest Hill church of Christ

Gage is a missionary at the Forest Hill church of Christ. . He is a graduate of the Memphis School of Preaching and has been involved in agriculture from an early age. Gage has traveled the world to help brethren in other nations. Gage has worked in both local work and the mission... Read More →

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

Doctrine

6:00pm CDT

God Saves When Man Obeys

Old time, hard-hitting preaching is lacking in many pulpits. Come and see/hear a gospel sermon preached by using a simple Old Testament character from 2 Kings 5.

Speakers

Rob Whitacre

Director, HTHSOE

Rob Whitacre was born in Carbondale, Illinois. He was raised near San Antonio, TX, attending the Northern Oaks church of Christ. He married Nicole of Nashville, TN, in August of 1996. They have one daughter, Hannah and one son, Jared. He comes from a God fearing family of preachers... Read More →

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

Doctrine

8:30am CDT

The Rapture Is Not In The Bible. So Why Do So Many People Believe in It?

A history of the idea of the Rapture and why it is false.

Speakers

Todd Clippard

Preacher, Burleson Church of Christ

Todd Clippard is a native of Dexter, MO. He is a 1988 Freed-Hardeman graduate with a B.S. in Agricultural Business. While at FHU, he met and married the former Rhonda Bridges of St. Louis. They have two children, Shelby and Jeffrey, both of whom are FHU graduates and school teachers... Read More →

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

Doctrine

9:30am CDT

Restoring the Glory of God (Part 1)

While it is possible to glorify God too little, one doubts if it is possible to glorify Him too much. This study will trace the the theme of God’s glory throughout Scripture.

Speakers

Mike Vestal

Mike has served the Westside congregation in Midland, TX for the last 23 years. He and Cherie have been married for over 40 years. They have 2 children and 4 grandchildren. Mike has preached in meetings or lectures in 37 states and in 7 foreign countries. Mike has served as an adjunct... Read More →

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

Doctrine

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

1:15pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: Where Are the Dead?

Is the grave the end or is it a portal into eternity? Is there a difference between Hades and Hell?

Thursday July 11, 2024 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
Barcelona/Madrid

Doctrine

4:00pm CDT

How to Strengthen Your Wavering Faith

Speakers

Steven Ford

Preaching Minister, Highway church of Christ

Steven Ford is a native of Detroit, Michigan. He began preaching in 2004 and worked with two congregations in Detroit both with youth and in the pulpit. Steven is a 2013 graduate of the Memphis School of Preaching. Upon graduation, he began preaching for the Highway church of Christ... Read More →

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

Doctrine

4:00pm CDT

Should Christians Support the Modern State of Israel?

Speakers

John Moore

Instructor, Bear Valley Bible Institute International and Bible Land Passages

A native of Dripping Springs, Texas, John has served as an evangelist, teacher, preacher and minister of the gospel for over 30 years. He and his wife Carla are working with Bear Valley Bible Institute International, and serve as the directors of Bible Passages, a ministry dedicated... Read More →

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

Doctrine

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 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

1:15pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: Answering Baptism Objections - Advanced

Speakers

Todd Clippard

Preacher, Burleson Church of Christ

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

Doctrine

1:15pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: Is It Wrong to Lie to Save a Life?

Speakers

Gage Coldwater

Founder and Director, Manna Project Forest Hill church of Christ

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

Doctrine

2:00pm CDT

Jesus' Resume

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 →

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

Doctrine

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 (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

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

9:30am CDT

When I Survey the Wondrous Cross, I Marvel at My Suffering Savior

Speakers

Gary Massey

Pulpit Minister, Mountain Creek Church of Christ

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

Doctrine

1:15pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: Does God Supernaturally Heal People Today?

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, the Director of the Annual Bible Lectureship, and the Director of the Equip Ministry Camp. He is married to Kristi Johnson Burleson and... Read More →

Saturday July 13, 2024 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
St. Moritz

Doctrine

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

1:15pm CDT

What's Wrong with Justification by Works?

Come see, hear, and learn how the wrongs of such false doctrines diminish, minimize, and undermine God's saving power in the Cross.

Speakers

Tommy Brooks

Traveling Evangelist, Highland Heights church of Christ

Bro. Tommy Brooks obeyed the gospel on March 31, 1985, at the Fifth Ward Church of Christ in Houston, Texas. Shortly after, he began his preparation for the ministry focusing on Biblical Studies and received a degree in Bachelor of Arts In Bible at the Houston Christian Institute... Read More →

Saturday July 13, 2024 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
Barcelona/Madrid

Doctrine

3:00pm CDT

Hurry Back Session: What's Wrong with Justification by Faith Only?

Come, see, hear, and learn how the wrongs of such false doctrines diminish, minimize, and undermine God's saving power in the Cross.

Speakers

Tommy Brooks

Traveling Evangelist, Highland Heights church of Christ

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

Doctrine

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

Repentance Says, “I’m Sorry;” but it also Shows, “I’m Through!”

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.

Saturday July 13, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Barcelona/Madrid

Doctrine

2:00pm CDT

The Names of God (Part 2)

We will explore the Hebrew "tetragrammaton" יהוה (YHWH) in its various forms to describe the covenant God of Israel in the Old Testament. We will discuss the major theories of the divine name, its representation through history, and the respect "the name" was shown.

Speakers

Justin Rogers

Dean, College of Biblical Studies, Freed-Hardeman University

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

Doctrine

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

10:30am CDT

Loving What We Do

The phrase “Find a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life” is attributed to the Chinese philosopher Confucius. As Christians, we always have work to do, but loving it is more than just a feeling, as we must be mindful about it.

Speakers

Marlon Retana

Director, Escuela Biblica en Linea

Marlon, originally from Costa Rica, is a graduate of Memphis School of Preaching (2016). Married to Jacky since 2000 and they are parents of Jonathan. Currently serving as director of Escuela Biblica en Linea (Spanish Bible School), a work of the church that collabs with brotherhood... Read More →

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

Doctrine

2:00pm CDT

Are You Thinking Right about Doing Wrong?

Speakers

Eric Owens

Preacher, Westside church of Christ

Eric is married to Vanessa and they have three daughters: Brittany (husband, Willie), Breania, and Bethany; and two grandsons, Landon and Logan. He served in the first Gulf War and was honorably discharged from the United States Marine Corps in 1992. He is a graduate of the Memphis... Read More →

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

Doctrine

4:00pm CDT

Restoring the Glory of God (Part 2)

Everything Christians say, do and think should be to the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31). This study will overview what three New Testament books teach about the theme.

Speakers

Mike Vestal

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

Doctrine