Polishing the Pulpit - Sevierville 2025: Full Schedule

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7:30am EDT

Morning Devotional: Seize the Day! Every Day Is an Opportunity

Monday April 28, 2025 7:30am - 8:15am EDT

God has made each day unique in its own right. We have the choice of how we will use each day. This lesson will encourage us to make the most of today by not pleasing ourselves but glorifying God. DVD #030

Song Leader - Justin

Lesson - Trent

Speakers

Justin Evergarden

Trent Kennedy

Director, Southwest School of Bible Studies

Trent Kennedy is the director of the Southwest School of Bible Studies in Austin, TX. Before coming to Southwest in 2022, Trent worked with the Four Seas College of Bible and Missions and the Jurong church of Christ in Singapore. He also has twelve years of experience in campus ministry... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 7:30am - 8:15am EDT
SEC Ballroom A

General

8:20am EDT

Abortion after Rowe—The Legal Landscape of Abortion after the Overturning of Rowe v. Wade

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

SEC Ballroom C

DVD #034

Speakers

Matt Vega

Dean and Professor, Freed-Hardeman University

Matt Vega is Dean of the College of Business and Professor of Business Law and Ethics at Freed-Hardeman University. He is also the pulpit minister for the Scotts Hill Church of Christ in Scotts Hill, Tennessee. He also serves on the Board of Directors for Rainbow Omega and continues... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Contemporary Issues

8:20am EDT

Sustained Congregational Evangelism: We Are Now in Our Third Year, and We Are Still Baptizing

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

After enrolling in the House to House School of Evangelism in May 2022, our congregation has experienced sustained spiritual and numerical growth. This is due to applying the congregational evangelism model. How we applied the model will be the main focus of the lesson. This lesson can be helpful for congregations considering the school of evangelism.

Speakers

Tagillima Esene

Minister

Talofa and Aloha! My name is Lima (short for Tagiilima) and I am the husband of a great and beautiful wife, Athena. The father of six wonderful children (Annabeth, Antheia, Titus, Alethia, Athalia, and Aurora). We live on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, and serve as the preaching family... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Evangelism

8:20am EDT

The God of the Gaps: What I Learned from My Debate with Well-known Skeptic Michael Shermer

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Atheism is an inconsistent approach to understanding our world. That being the case, no spokesperson for unbelief can logically defend the position. This session breaks down my debate with atheist Michael Shermer and highlights areas of weakness in his proclamation of unbelief.

Speakers

Kyle Butt

For the past twelve years Kyle Butt has worked at Apologetics Press. Kyle graduated from Freed-Hardeman University with a B.A. in Bible and Communication and an M.A. in New Testament Studies.He is the author or co-author of 20 books dealing with topics such as the existence of God... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Evidence

8:20am EDT

If You Do Not Fish, You Will Fight

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

In this lesson we will investigate reasons we should be evangelistic! When we are not busy ourselves doing what God wants, we get into trouble.

Speakers

Robby Eversole, Sr.

Robby is married to the former Cathy Perkins of Bridgeport, AL. for 26 years; they have two children, Holly and Robb - four grandchildren. He has been preaching for 36 years – Preached at Pennville church of Christ for 25 years as of 2022.He has campaigned in Jamaica, Antiqua, Montserrat... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

Members

8:20am EDT

What Was the "Love Feast"?

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

When we teach the Old Testament to children, we sometimes "soften the story" so it is not so intense. The plagues, however, are not just stories for Bible class or bedtime. The Egyptians (and God’s people) needed to know that there is only one God in heaven and His power is absolute. DVD #036

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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

Scholars’ Think Tank

8:20am EDT

How I Can Help My Small Congregation Survive

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

Speakers

Stacey Grant

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Small Church Evangelism

8:20am EDT

Composer Spotlight—Andy Will Teach Songs He Has Written

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

SEC Ballroom D

DVD #035

Speakers

Andy Robison

Director, West Virginia School of Preaching

Andy Robison was raised in Moundsville, West Virginia. He has served the Lord’s church in West Virginia in Pennsboro and Parkersburg (Camden Avenue) as an associate minister and as pulpit minister for congregations in Farmington (Oakhurst), Washington (Hopewell), Harrisville, and... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Special Interest Singing

8:20am EDT

What Christians Should Know about Vaping

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

SEC Ballroom A

Use of electronic cigarettes and vaping has skyrocketed among youth. What should you know about the spiritual and physical harms? DVD #032

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 sons—Jackson and Drew. Both Daniel and his wife are pharmacists. His education includes: a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Florida (2000), a... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Teens

8:20am EDT

Not a Kids’ Story (Series): Plagues of Egypt

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

Kevin Hahn

Preacher, Lake Houston church of Christ

Kevin Hahn has been preaching at the Lake Houston church of Christ since 2005. He has done mission work in India, Austria, Ukraine, and Mexico. Kevin served as a Captain in the US Air Force and is a third-generation preacher. He recently completed a Masters in Ministry at Freed-Hardeman... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
SEC EHA

Textual

8:20am EDT

The Forgiven Woman: Lessons from Mary Magdalene

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT

SEC Ballroom B

DVD #033

Speakers

Christa Bryant

Faulkner University

Christa Bryant is married to Dewayne Bryant. Together they have five daughters (Haydn, Ava, Sophia, Corinne, and Olivia). Christa has a Master’s degree in Biblical studies from Faulkner University and is currently enrolled in their PhD program. Christa serves as the co-director... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:20am - 8:50am EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women

8:30am EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Counseling areas include premarital, marriage, family/parenting, parent/teen, abuse, drug/alcohol, pornography, homosexuality issues, and personal advice. Schedule before the event if possible, as the slots often fill up. Contact Kelli Sewell (877-338-3397; kelli@polishingthepulpit.com) for a confidential appointment.

Speakers

Denise Martin

Denise Martin supports her husband, Jerry, a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Professor for the School of Human Services at Amridge University, in his counseling ministry. They conduct Marriage Seminars as their schedules allow. Denise has also worked beside her husband as... Read More →

Jerry Martin

Licensed Professional Counselor, Christian Counseling Services

Jerry L. Martin, PhD, LPC-S currently serves as a Professor at Amridge University in Montgomery, AL. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Jerry has over four decades of preaching experience, having worked with congregations in Louisiana, Georgia, Colorado, Tennessee, and Alabama... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Counseling Sessions

8:30am EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Speakers

David Looney

Kay Looney

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Counseling Sessions

9:00am EDT

Back to Basics—Understanding the "Why" behind the "What" and How to Elevate It (Series): Assembling for Worship (Attendance)

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Ballroom C

This class is a deep dive into why worship in these ways is so important. DVD #039

Speakers

Mike Hixson

Mike graduated from Lipscomb University in 1985 with a degree in Communications including a minor in Bible. He married the former Nancy Ericson in 1987 and their son, Braden, was born in 1989.Mike preached in the Nashville area for several years before moving to the Memphis area... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Doctrine

9:00am EDT

Seven Problems the Church Will Always Face—And How to Handle Them (Part 1)

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

We sometimes believe that the problems that we face in the church today are unique to our time. While advances in technology have certainly affected many things about life, the church today faces iterations of the same types of problems as the church in the first century. We just do not realize it.

Speakers

Kevin Rhodes

Director, Brown Trail School Of Preaching

Kevin W. Rhodes is the Director of the Brown Trail School of Preaching and host of the GBN program Expositions. He is a 1992 graduate of Midwest School of Biblical Studies, and an author of several books on a variety of subjects. He served as the Associate Editor of Sound Words for... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Elders Ministry

9:00am EDT

Opening Prayer

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

Stacey Grant

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC EHA

General

9:00am EDT

Seven "Nevers" Promised to Those Who Trust in Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC EHA

DVD #041

Speakers

Glenn Colley

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC EHA

Members

9:00am EDT

How You Can Help the Church to Grow

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Ballroom D

If the Lord’s church is going to grow, it starts with each individual member. An understanding of some very simple, yet realistic, facts will light a fire with us and motivate us to be faithful and lead others to Christ. DVD #040

Speakers

Doug Smith

Minister, Booneville church of Christ

Doug Smith has been working with the Booneville Mississippi church of Christ since November of 2021. He is the former preacher for the Dalraida church of Christ in Montgomery, Alabama where he served for twenty years. He preached for the Blackwater Macedonia church of Christ... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Ministry

9:00am EDT

Engaging the Skeptics (Series): God’s Relationship to Time

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

The Bible affirms that God is "the high and lofty One who inhabits eternity" (Isaiah 57:15). But what exactly does this mean? Is God timeless, above time, throughout all time, or what? Does a timeless God create time? Questions such as these have motivated criticism of biblical theism, but they have good answers.

Speakers

Caleb Colley

Pulpit Minister, North Jackson Church of Christ

Caleb Glenn Colley is the pulpit minister for the North Jackson Church of Christ in Jackson, Tennessee. He is a graduate of Freed-Hardeman University, where he received a B.A. in communication, a B.S. in biblical studies, and an M.A. in New Testament. He also received a Master’s... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

Scholars’ Think Tank

9:00am EDT

Developing an Effective Private Prayer Life (Part 1): Developing the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23)

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

This lesson will present some practical pointers on the topic. We will talk about the importance of showing forth the fruit of the Spirit in our lives and praying regularly that we will do so. The presenter will lead a prayer that we may manifest the fruit of the Spirit in our lives.

Speakers

Hugh Fulford

Hugh has been a Christian for over 74 years and a preacher of the gospel for 71 years. He served congregations of the Lord full-time for over 42 years. For the past 24 years Hugh has preached part-time, filled special speaking engagements, preached in gospel meetings, spoken on... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

Spiritual Growth

9:00am EDT

An Examination of What Is Being Communicated in Some Popular Youth Songs: Flows Right through Me Like a Mighty Rushing Wind, Blaze, Spirit, Blaze, There’s a Sweet, Sweet Spirit in this Place

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Ballroom A

DVD #037

Speakers

Don Blackwell

Don and his wife Sheri have been married since 1991 and have three grown children and three grandchildren. Their son, Brandon, and their son-in-law Casey are gospel preachers. Don has been preaching since 1994 when he separated from active duty in the United States Air Force. He has... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Teens

9:00am EDT

The Greatest Prophecies of the Psalms

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

People had read verses about Jesus long before He was born without realizing they were about Him. This book talks about His life, death, and resurrection 1,000 years before they occurred!

Speakers

Kerry Duke

Vice-President of Academics, Tennessee Bible College

Minister of West End church of Christ in Livingston, TN. Author of ten books on Bible interpretation and current issues. Host of My God and My Neighbor podcast and speaker for GBN Beyond the Basics studies.

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Textual

9:00am EDT

Practical Guidance for Overcoming Discouragement

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Ballroom B

DVD #038

Speakers

Tish Clarke

Tish Clarke hails from Memphis, TN, and has been happily married to BJ Clarke since 1983. She has three children: Daniel, Holly (married to Juan Pena), and Michael (married to Meagan Teske). She has three perfect little grandchildren, Adam and Audie Lynn, who keep her young! Teaching... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women

9:00am EDT

What Can We Learn from Heroes of the Old Testament

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

The Old Testament is not just "stories" we use for Bible school lessons. In this session, we will peel back the layers of heroes who helped the people of God and prepared the way for our Messiah. We will examine what made them successful and how we can use their example to win souls for Christ.

Speakers

Jasmine DeBerry Thompson

Jasmine DeBerry Thompson earned her bachelor’s degree in Communications Studies from Wingate University in 2015. While in school Jasmine met Dean Thompson and the two wed in 2017. Jasmine and Dean have a zeal for sharing God's word with others through personal bible studies. Jasmine... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Women

9:00am EDT

Getting the Congregation Involved in Evangelism that Works (Sign up Required)

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT

SEC Concourse Tables

Sign up for private coaching on how to implement House to House School of Evangelism principles in your congregation. Required attendance is at least one elder or one preacher (deacons and members are welcome with them). Call Rob Whitacre at 931-224-8794 to reserve your session; slots are limited.

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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
SEC Concourse Tables

Evangelism

9:30am EDT

Words Every Christian Should Know (Series): INSPIRATION

Monday April 28, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am EDT

SEC EHB

Speakers

Ande Zimmerman

Associate Minister, Logan Martin church of Christ

Ande Zimmerman has worked in youth and family ministry for more than twenty 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... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:30am - 10:00am EDT
SEC EHB

Children (Ages 11–12)

9:30am EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Speakers

David Looney

Kay Looney

Monday April 28, 2025 9:30am - 10:15am EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Counseling Sessions

9:30am EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Speakers

Neil Richey

Freed-Hardeman University

Neil Richey, an Assistant Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision from the University of the Cumberlands. He has a diverse educational background including a B.S. in Communication from Freed-Hardeman University, a B.B.S... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:30am - 10:30am EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Counseling Sessions

9:40am EDT

Straight Talk—Here Is What You Need to Know (Series): Elder to Elders

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

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 April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Elders

9:40am EDT

My Heart Is Fixed

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC Ballroom C

This lesson will exalt the virtue of conviction. The apostle Peter affirmed that God "has given unto us all things that pertain to life and godliness" (2 Peter 1:3), and Paul declared that "All Scripture is God-breathed and profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness" (2 Timothy 3:16). Thus, no child of God has to walk through life "limping" between two opinions. DVD #044

Speakers

Terrance Brownlow-Dindy

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Members

9:40am EDT

Metrics of Congregational Success (Series): The Divine Metric—What Can We Do?

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Ministry

9:40am EDT

If Your Church Ceased to Exist, Would the Community Notice?

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC Ballroom D

In this lesson, we will explore the biblical basis for asking ourselves this question, along with the implications of our possible answers. The class will include practical ways in which we can improve the impact of the local church in our communities. DVD #045

Speakers

Jeremy Pate

Youth Publications Coordinator, Apologetics Press

Jeremy is the Youth Publications Coordinator at Apologetics Press, where he has served since 2019. He and his wife, Brooke live in Montgomery AL with their 4 children: Ava, Greta, Willa, and Prentice. Jeremy served as a full-time Youth/Family Minister for 18 years before moving to... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Ministry Elders

9:40am EDT

Tempted to Go Back? Here Is What to Do

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

This lesson will provide practical advice for those who are struggling in their walk with God or those who want to be equipped to help others who are struggling.

Speakers

Steve Higginbotham

Preaching MInister, Karns 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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

New Christians

9:40am EDT

Five Ways Parents Unknowingly Raise a Bully, and How to Stop It

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

Speakers

Jerry Martin

Licensed Professional Counselor, Christian Counseling Services

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Parenting

9:40am EDT

Opening Prayer

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC EHA

Preachers

9:40am EDT

Straight Talk—Here Is What You Need to Know (Series): Preacher to Preachers

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC EHA

DVD #046

Speakers

Michael Shepherd

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC EHA

Preachers

9:40am EDT

What Did Josephus Really Say About Jesus?

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

Scholars’ Think Tank

9:40am EDT

Hagfish, Harry Frogs, and Other Natural Wonders that Point to Our Creator

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC Ballroom A

A fun lesson that highlights some amazing creatures that do things that will make your headspin. Be prepared to be "wowed" by God's awesome design in the animal kingdom. DVD #042

Speakers

Kyle Butt

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Teens

9:40am EDT

Your Past Should Not Define You

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT

SEC Ballroom B

Even under the best circumstances, there are events, words, or experiences we regret as Christians. Who we were, even at different phases of Christianity, should not define who we are in the present. Let us find what God instructs on using the past to produce a powerful present! DVD #043

Speakers

Shameika Hanna

I am a wife of 19 years and 5 months to the love of my life, a mom to five super-spectacular souls ages 3 to 14, a teacher, a Certified Public Accountant, a crafter and most importantly a child of God! Being the companion of Christians makes me happy and worshipping alongside them... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 9:40am - 10:10am EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women

10:20am EDT

Opening Prayer

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:23am EDT

SEC EHA

Andres will lead a prayer of praise.

Speakers

Andres Coto

Andrés is married with Yeimy since 2016; and he graduated from Geogia School of Theology. He is a full time minister at the San Jose Sur Church of Christ, Costa Rica since 2018. He loves missions and has preached in places like Costa Rica, Panama, Jamaica, Nicaragua and USA (FL... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:23am EDT
SEC EHA

General

10:20am EDT

Hot Button Issues: What Does the Bible Say about Secret Societies?

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

SEC EHA

Secret societies exhibit several differences from other social clubs, including secrecy, exclusive membership, and ritualism. What biblical principles can help members of the Lord’s church to know whether to participate in such organizations? DVD #051

Speakers

Scott Cain

Preacher; MSOP Instructor, Forest Hill church of Christ

Scott preaches with the Forest Hill Church of Christ in Memphis, TN, & is an instructor & 2009 alumnus of the Memphis School of Preaching. He & Melissa married in 2003. They have three sons: Walker, Tanner, & Hunter. Scott served as the preacher with the DeGaulle Drive Church of Christ... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
SEC EHA

Contemporary Issues

10:20am EDT

Church Pictures: Called-out People

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

This lesson will discuss the called-out people of God: who they were under the Old Testament and who they are in the New Testament, highlighting what they are called to do.

Speakers

Johnie Scaggs

Minister, Bellevue Rd Church of Christ

Johnie is a graduate of the 8th and Lee School of Biblical Studies and a graduate of Southwest School of Biblical Studies in Austin TX. He has been preaching for 44 years. He is married to Nancy and they have four children and nine grandchildren. Johnie is the editor of the GospelJournal... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Doctrine

10:20am EDT

Minister and Elder: Navigating Both Duties at the Same Time

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

Speakers

Jimmy Clark

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

Elders Preachers

10:20am EDT

Evangelism Visualized

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

SEC Ballroom A

DVD #047

Speakers

Rob Whitacre

Director, HTHSOE

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Evangelism

10:20am EDT

1 Corinthians 7 in Everyday Language

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

SEC Ballroom C

DVD #049

Speakers

David Looney

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Marriage

10:20am EDT

Cognitive Bias and Biblical Interpretation: How Flawed Reasoning Can Cost You Your Soul

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

Speakers

Chad Tagtow

Chad serves as a deacon at the Orange Street church of Christ in Auburndale Florida. He has preached in a part time capacity for multiple congregations in Central Florida since 2008. He serves on boards of directors at the Florida School of Preaching, The Daily Apologist, Weeki Wachee... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

Scholars’ Think Tank

10:20am EDT

The Importance of Being Coachable

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

SEC Ballroom D

DVD #050

Speakers

Joshua Cantrell

Preacher, Avondale church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Teen Boys

10:20am EDT

Attributes to Look for and to Avoid While Dating

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Speakers

Rebekah Colley

Rebekah Colley is a 2015 graduate of Freed-Hardeman University, where she earned a B.A. in Bible with a minor in psychology. Since 2015 she has been married to Caleb Colley. They live in Jackson, Tennessee with their children Maggie (2018) and Ellis (2021)and work with the North Jackson... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Teen Girls

10:20am EDT

That Text Might Not Mean What You Think It Says (Series): Proverbs 22:6—But Don’t Good Parents Have Unfaithful Children Sometimes?

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Textual Parenting

10:20am EDT

Am I Fully Trusting?

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT

SEC Ballroom B

A lesson from Proverbs about leaning on the Lord. DVD #048

Speakers

Emily Hatfield

Emily Hatfield graduated from Freed-Hardeman University in 2010 with a degree in journalism. In 2018, she published a women’s devotional book titled, “Exposed: The World’s Lies and Deceptions Uncovered”. Emily and her husband, Robert, married in 2011 and have two young children... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 10:20am - 10:50am EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women

11:00am EDT

What Makes a Good Leader?

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

Speakers

Anthony Dismuke

Preacher, Eastern Meadows

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

College

11:00am EDT

Opening Prayer

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

Eddy Gilpin

Eddy has been preaching full time since 1985. He is a 1985 graduate of the Memphis School of Preaching. Together with his family, he has served congregations in Tennessee, Arkansas, Alabama, and Virginia. He and his family served three years (1991-1994) in Tanzania, East Africa. He... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC EHA

General

11:00am EDT

Launch: What Every Parent and Congregation Should Make Sure Teens Leaving for College Know

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Speakers

Doug Burleson

Professor, Freed-Hardeman University

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Parenting

11:00am EDT

Why Christians Have a Moral Duty to Share Their Wealth (2 Corinthians 9:11–14)

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC Ballroom D

DVD #055

Speakers

Matt Vega

Dean and Professor, Freed-Hardeman University

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Scholars’ Think Tank

11:00am EDT

An Ancient Coin Cleaning Workshop

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC Concourse Tables

Luke will conduct a hands-on experience by teaching students how to clean and ID ancient coins. Each student will receive a free ancient coin to clean and to keep.

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 since 2003 and now serves as the Executive Director for HTH and... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC Concourse Tables

Special Interest

11:00am EDT

Interesting Things from my Collection (Series): Were the Egyptian Hyksos "Shepherd Kings" Israelites?

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

Speakers

Bob Stancell

Director/minister, Bible Lands Museum

Bob has been preaching for the Sandy, OR church of Christ since 2006. In the last 9 years his collection of biblical artifacts has been open free to the public in the lower level of the building. Since 2016 he has displayed parts of the collection at PTP and does 4-6 exhibits per... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Special Interest

11:00am EDT

Places that Will Change Your Life (Series): The Throne of God (Ephesians 3:14ff; cf. Psalm 122:1)

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC EHA

Many people have places on their bucket lists that they would love to visit, but there is one place that will change your life like no other. What is so transformational about the throne of God, and what can we do to make it our go-to destination in time of need? DVD #056

Speakers

Kevin Hahn

Preacher, Lake Houston church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC EHA

Spiritual Growth

11:00am EDT

Do You Enjoy Your Relationship with God?

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC Ballroom C

DVD #054

Speakers

Caleb Rutherford

Pulpit Minister, Roanoke Church of Christ

Caleb Rutherford is 27 years old, and currently serves the Roanoke Church of Christ in Roanoke, TX as one of their co-ministers. He has been there since October of 2022 and he is enjoying the work there. He is married to Kaylon, and they will be married for 7 years in December. Together... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Teens

11:00am EDT

Five Reasons Everyone Should Study Typology

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

An exploration of biblical typology, types and antitypes, and their importance to sound biblical interpretation.

Speakers

Eddie Fisher

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Textual

11:00am EDT

The Greatest Prophecies of Isaiah

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

This book is one of the most needed studies of our time. Learn about prophecy in Isaiah to stand firm in a day of modernism, unbelief, millennial theology, and global chaos.

Speakers

Kerry Duke

Vice-President of Academics, Tennessee Bible College

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

Textual

11:00am EDT

Ethics at the End of Life: Traumatic Brain Injury and the Life and Legacy of Sophia Smith

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC Ballroom A

DVD #052

Speakers

Staci Smith

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Women

11:00am EDT

What Does a Godly Marriage Look Like? (Part 1)

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

SEC Ballroom B

DVD #053

Speakers

Sheila Butt

Sheila Butt is a Graduate of East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN, with a B.S. Degree in English with a minor in History. Sheila is also a Graduate of the Bear Valley School of Biblical Studies, Women’s Program, 1980, and has done Graduate work in Greek and Hermeneutics... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women

12:30pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Sex, Gender, and Archaeology

Monday April 28, 2025 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom C

Have you ever wondered how archaeologists determine whether an ancient body is male or female? Science offers a number of clues, including those that demonstrate the divinely-designed differences between men and women that go all the way down to the genetic level. DVD #058

Speakers

Dewayne Bryant

Monday April 28, 2025 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Scholars’ Think Tank

12:30pm EDT

Sandwich Session: Digging Deep Awards Ceremony and 2024 Kickoff

Monday April 28, 2025 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom A

If you have never done it, come and find out about it. Exciting new study starts September 1st! DVD #057

Speakers

Cindy Colley

Cindy Colley, of Huntsville, Alabama, is the wife of Glenn Colley and the mother of two adult children, Caleb Colley and Hannah Colley. She and Glenn have five grandchildren. She teaches ladies, teen girls and children in various public settings and loves one-on-one Bible study with... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Women

12:45pm EDT

Taking Care of the Temple (Part 1): Ways to Improve Your Sleep (1 Corinthians 3:17)

Monday April 28, 2025 12:45pm - 1:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom B

DVD #059

Speakers

Evan Manning

Monday April 28, 2025 12:45pm - 1:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Evangelism

12:45pm EDT

Sandwich Session: Sing on, Joyful Pilgrims

Monday April 28, 2025 12:45pm - 1:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom D

This is a singing session. Come sing, Sing, SING! DVD #060

Speakers

Kyle Wadley

Monday April 28, 2025 12:45pm - 1:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom D

General

1:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Speakers

Neil Richey

Freed-Hardeman University

Monday April 28, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Counseling Sessions

1:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Speakers

Carla Moore

Women’s Instructor, Bear Valley Bible Institute

Carla Moore grew up in a family dedicated to ministry, then met her husband, John, while they were in college at Texas State University. They married in 1986, and have since been involved in ministry at the Bible Chair on the campus of TSU, then with the Southwest School of Bible... Read More →

John Moore

Instructor, Bear Valley Bible Institute International and Bible Land Passages

Monday April 28, 2025 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Counseling Sessions

1:30pm EDT

I Could Use Some Help (How to Ask; How to Hear)

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

Christianity is a "one another" religion. We learn to balance helping others and receiving help. In a culture that views it as a weakness, how can we get comfortable asking for help? And how can we be the listener people need?

Speakers

Matt Wallin

House to House Heart to Heart

I have worked with House to House Heart to Heart since 2006, where I have overseen production and promotions of the House to House magazine. I currently serve as Director of Promotions. I received a business degree and a Bible degree from Faulkner University and a Masters in Management... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

College

1:30pm EDT

Hot Button Issues: Wine for Heart Health—Do Medicine and Scripture Support Moderate Drinking?

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC EHA

DVD #065

Speakers

Daniel Stearsman

Warner Robins church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC EHA

Contemporary Issues

1:30pm EDT

Panel: Setting Congregational Goals and Hitting the Mark

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom C

We aimed for sixteen goals for 2023, including 20 baptisms. We hit the mark on most goals, adjusted, and came up with new goals in 2024. Here is what worked for us. It might work for you! DVD #063

Speakers

William J Berry

Elder, Warner Robins Church of Christ

Dave Domingue

Director, Georgia School of Theology

Dave serves as an elder at the Warner Robins church of Christ and as the Director of the Georgia School of Theology (GST), emphasizing soundness, scholarship, and servitude. He is married to Becky Teagle Domingue, and they have two grown children (David & Bri) and five grandchildren... Read More →

Eddie Fisher

Steve Stout

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Elders

1:30pm EDT

Worldview (Part 1): What Is a Worldview and Why Does it Matter?

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

Our worldview determines how we interpret and interact with the world around us. This session will discuss a biblical worldview and why it is vital for Christian living.

Speakers

Keith Anderson

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Elders Deacons

1:30pm EDT

The Letters between Pliny and Emperor Trajan

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

Speakers

Justin Rogers

Dean, College of Biblical Studies, Freed-Hardeman University

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

History

1:30pm EDT

Lock the Back Door

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom A

DVD #061

Speakers

Rob Whitacre

Director, HTHSOE

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Ministry

1:30pm EDT

The Love of God in the Midst of Failure

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Psalms 1:3 says of the righteous man, "In whatever he does, he prospers." And yet, an apparently faithful Christian sometimes fails even in good endeavors. Does God’s love dictate that He always prevent failure in the life of His faithful child, or would He allow failure? Are there benefits associated with failure?

Speakers

Caleb Colley

Pulpit Minister, North Jackson Church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Scholars’ Think Tank

1:30pm EDT

Questions and Answers

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom D

Watch PTP Instagram to submit questions. This is NOT a live question and answer session. No audience participation. DVD #064

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 →

Matt Jones

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Teens

1:30pm EDT

Random Psalms: Eternal Lessons in Psalm 9

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

Speakers

Bill Burk

I graduated from the Browntrail School of Preaching in 1993. Since then I have preached for three congregation, all of which are in the state of Texas: Rendon (1994-1997); Seagoville (1997-2010) and Crandall (2011-present). The Lord has blessed me by allowing me to engage in mission... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Textual Old Testament

1:30pm EDT

Homeschool Huddle

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC Concourse Tables

Get together informally with other homeschoolers, exchange ideas, and trade stuff.

Speakers

Kristi Griffin

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC Concourse Tables

Women Homeschool

1:30pm EDT

Helping Small Congregations Grow

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom B

DVD #062

Speakers

Laura Kidwell Boyd

Married since 1976 to Brooks Boyd. He is a gospel preacher and an elder.We have been working with the Glencoe church of Christ, in Glencoe, Alabama since January 2018.We have four children and ten grandchildren.I graduated from Freed-Hardeman University in 1977, then from Gadsden... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 1:30pm - 2:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women Special Interest

2:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Speakers

David Looney

Kay Looney

Monday April 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Counseling Sessions

2:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Speakers

Carla Moore

Women’s Instructor, Bear Valley Bible Institute

John Moore

Instructor, Bear Valley Bible Institute International and Bible Land Passages

Monday April 28, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Counseling Sessions

2:30pm EDT

Who May Marry, Divorce, and Remarry?

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom A

DVD #066

Speakers

B. J. Clarke

Director, MSOP

If you would love to learn the Book, and learn how to preach the Book (tuition free) at the Memphis School of Preaching, I would love to talk to you about how you can do just that!

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Elders Doctrine

2:30pm EDT

Church Growth (Series): Taking a Congregation from 50 Members to 100

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

In the last four years, the Honolulu congregation has seen growth due to the amount of people being saved in Christ. This lesson will highlight the things that took place in order for such growth to happen. While evangelism is the work of the church, the emphasis in this lesson will be on the importance of having a man of God who is an evangelist.

Speakers

Tagillima Esene

Minister

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Evangelism

2:30pm EDT

The Importance of Your Spiritual Legacy

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC EHA

A legacy is an influence that lives on and impacts successive generations, and Christians should be living and operating with their spiritual legacies in mind. DVD #070

Speakers

Melvin L. Otey

Professor of Law & Preacher, Faulkner University & Perry Hill Road church of Christ

Melvin preaches for the Perry Hill Road church of Christ in Montgomery, AL, and serves as Professor of Law at Faulkner University’s Jones School of Law, where he teaches criminal law and procedure courses. He formerly worked as a trial lawyer for the Criminal Division of the... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC EHA

Family

2:30pm EDT

Opening Prayer

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

Michael Taylor

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC EHA

General

2:30pm EDT

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

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom D

This is a singing class/song leading seminar. The focus will be on a contagious joy of singing, having fun singing, learning songs like "Heaven’s Gonna Shine," and also simple and practical things that song leaders can do to encourage great singing where they are. DVD #069

Speakers

David Crutchfield

I am an Electrical Engineer for Infineon Technologies, which takes me around the world several times a year. I worship at North Lexington Church of Christ where I serve as an Elder. Before that, I was a Deacon over Singing and Youth Development. My wife Brandy and I have two... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom D

General Singing

2:30pm EDT

Two for One: Growing the Kingdom by Planting Churches

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

This session will discuss the rationale, the planning, the obstacles, the opportunities, why we want to continue planting, and what we might do differently next time. Preston has worked with the Avalon congregation since it was planted in November 2017 by the Margaret Street congregation.

Speakers

Preston Silcox

The church of Christ at Avalon

Preston is a graduate of MSOP and Amridge University. He has done local work in Tennessee, Oklahoma, and Florida. In 2017, he helped plant the Avalon congregation in Milton, Florida where he currently preaches and serves as one of the elders. He and his wife Tanya have two children... Read More →

Troy Spradlin

Minister, Margaret Street Church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

Missions

2:30pm EDT

Using Cell Biology and the Bible to Convert an Atheist (Part 1)

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

This series will provide an overview of key arguments for intelligent design based on cellular biology, such as irreducible complexity and the genetic code. Specific examples of biological processes that support the existence of God will be provided.

Speakers

Will Brooks

Assistant Dean for Preclinical Education, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Will Brooks is a graduate of Freed-Hardeman University (BS ‘02) and the University of Alabama at Birmingham (PhD ‘07). He has a background in cancer biology and has been on faculty at the Heersink School of Medicine at UAB for the past 11 years, primarily teaching gross anatomy... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

Scholars’ Think Tank

2:30pm EDT

Two for One: How to Use Church Events to Reach Your Friends with the Gospel

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom C

DVD #068

Speakers

Chris Donovant

Chris Donovant lives in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and works with the Kensington Woods Church of Christ, a growing thriving congregation. Chris has been married to his wife, Jessica, since 2004, and they have three sons, Aidan, Liam, and Rian. Chris loves telling people about Jesus... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Teens

2:30pm EDT

Two for One: Is it Okay to Go to Denominational Events?

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom C

DVD #068

Speakers

Cliff Goodwin

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Teens

2:30pm EDT

The Man Who Made Jesus Marvel

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

This study will focus on the fascinating story of Jesus and the Roman centurion whose faith made Jesus marvel. We will discuss the nature of his faith and the reason it was admired by our Lord.

Speakers

David Smith

Minister, North Hamilton church of Christ

I am a native of the Chattanooga area. I spent five years in active duty military service. I am married to Ashley and we have two amazing girls: Evie Rose and Graceley. I have education from East Tennessee School of Preaching, Southern Christian/Amridge University and Liberty University... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Textual

2:30pm EDT

The Effects of Divorce on Children

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

Speakers

Michelle Fuller

Michelle Fuller is married to Burt Fuller, and they live at Indian Creek Youth Camp (ICYC) in Oakman, Alabama. She is the mother of five adult children: Kelsey Steward, Morgan Tackett, Rachel Fuller, Mack Fuller, and Samuel Fuller. She and Burt have one grandchild. Michelle was an... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Women

2:30pm EDT

What Does a Godly Marriage Look Like? (Part 2)

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom B

DVD #067

Speakers

Sheila Butt

Monday April 28, 2025 2:30pm - 3:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women

3:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Speakers

David Looney

Kay Looney

Monday April 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Counseling Sessions

3:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Speakers

Neil Richey

Freed-Hardeman University

Monday April 28, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (1)

Counseling Sessions

3:30pm EDT

Opening Prayer

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 3:33pm EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

Tagillima Esene

Minister

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 3:33pm EDT
SEC EHA

General

3:30pm EDT

What You Should Know about the Dark Web

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

Speakers

Chad Tagtow

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Contemporary Issues

3:30pm EDT

How to Excel As a Deacon (Part 1)

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

The term "deacon" is not intended to be merely a list of names on the church letterhead, but a functional role that involves service, responsibility, and initiative. Let us find some practical ways we can serve others better while glorifying God and His servant Son.

Speakers

Scotty Sparks

Minister, Meridianville Church of Christ

Scotty Sparks has been preaching in Huntsville, Alabama for over 19 years, and is currently the pulpit minister for Meridianville Church of Christ. He previously also served as an elder for the Mastin Lake Road Church of Christ. He holds a Master of Ministry from Freed-Hardeman University... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Deacons

3:30pm EDT

In Science Should We Trust? The Ongoing Reproducibility Crisis

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

By unspoken consent and, no doubt, many times unconsciously, modern American society blindly places its trust in the supposed findings of the naturalist-dominated scientific community. Given the ongoing reproducibility crisis in the scientific community, however, the logical person should seriously reevaluate where he places his faith.

Speakers

Jeff Miller

Scientist, Apologetics Press

Dr. Miller holds multiple degrees in the physical sciences, including an earned Ph.D. in Bio-Mechanical Engineering from Auburn University, with an emphasis in Navigation and Control of Biological Systems. He has published research internationally in peer-reviewed, technical science... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

Evidence

3:30pm EDT

Learn to Be Accountable, Because You Will Be Held Accountable

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC EHA

DVD #075

Speakers

Eric Owens

Preacher, Westside church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC EHA

Members

3:30pm EDT

Seven Minutes of Wisdom for Elders

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom C

Stacey Grant - You Cannot Stand Still and Go Forward
Ed Melott - Tips for the Preacher Splitting Pulpit Time with Another Preacher
Kevin Cain - Is Passing the Offering Plate Dead?
Steve Higginbotham - The Shepherds’ Charge: Secure – Not Steal – The Lord’s Sheep
Tom Wacaster - Picking Your Battles
Brandon Rader - An Inadequate Standard—Other Congregations Are Doing It

DVD #073

Speakers

Kevin Cain

Stacey Grant

Steve Higginbotham

Preaching MInister, Karns church of Christ

Ed Melott

Ed Melott and his wife Kim have two grown children, Hunter, a Gospel preacher, who is married to Lilli and their daughter Kameron, who is engaged to a very nice Christian man named Eugene. Ed is located in Washington, WV, near the city of Parkersburg, and preaches for the Lubeck congregation... Read More →

Brandon Rader

Tom Wacaster

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Ministry

3:30pm EDT

Worship: The "Why" behind the "What"

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

As Christians, we participate in the five acts of worship each time we gather on the Lord’s Day. This lesson will observe why we do each act and will make what we do more meaningful as we worship our God.

Speakers

Mark Reynolds

Towne Acres Church of Christ

Married Mindy in 1991 and we are blessed with three daughters, Cassidy and her husband Nick, Abby, and Corinne. I serve as the assistant director of Bear Valley International schools and preach for the Towne Acres congregation in Muncie, Indiana.

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

New Christians

3:30pm EDT

Meet and Greet: Special Needs Parents

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC Concourse Tables

This is just an informal time to put people of similar interests in the same room so they can form friendships and a potential support group.

Speakers

Boyd Rogers

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC Concourse Tables

Special Interest

3:30pm EDT

Composer Spotlight—Let Us Offer the Fruit of Our Lips

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom A

A singing class for all. DVD #071

Speakers

Adam Faughn

Married to the former Leah Moon, Adam preaches for the Central Church of Christ in Paducah, Kentucky. They are blessed with two children: Mary Carol and Turner. His family maintains a website--A Legacy of Faith--that is meant to encourage families (faughnfamily.com). Adam enjoys textual... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Special Interest Singing

3:30pm EDT

Seven Minutes of Wisdom on Doubt

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom D

Anthony Dismuke - Doubting That Prayer Actually Works?
Rob Baker - Doubting the Existence of God?
Greg Dismuke - Doubting That You're Living "Good Enough"?
David Sproule - Doubting That Your Baptism Was Scriptural?
Justin Rogers - Doubting That the Bible Is Flawless?
Kirk Brothers - Doubting That the Church of Christ is the Church of the New Testament?

DVD #074

Speakers

Rob Baker

Graphic Design Artist, Apologeticspress.org

Rob Baker, his wife Mallory, and their four children; Emma, Anna, Olivia, and Grant live in Wetumpka, Alabama. Rob serves as the Graphic Design Artist at Apologetics Press, where he has worked for over 20 years. He also works with the Wetumpka church of Christ as the youth minister... Read More →

Kirk Brothers

President, Heritage Christian University

Kirk Brothers and his wife, Cindy, have been married since 1988. They have two daughters, Katie and Hannah. Kirk has studied at David Lipscomb University, Freed-Hardeman University, and at Southern Seminary. He served in local ministry as a preacher and youth minister for 23 years... Read More →

Anthony Dismuke

Preacher, Eastern Meadows

Greg Dismuke

Pulpit Minister, Newport News church of Christ

Justin Rogers

Dean, College of Biblical Studies, Freed-Hardeman University

David Sproule

Evangelist, Palm Beach Lakes church of Christ

David Sproule is a native Floridian, born and raised in West Palm Beach. He attended Freed-Hardeman University, graduating with a degree in Bible. While at Freed-Hardeman, he met and married Traci Smith. David has been preaching the gospel since 1994, serving congregations... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Teens

3:30pm EDT

The Whole Picture: The True Nature of Reality

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Speakers

Hannah Colley

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Women

3:30pm EDT

What If It Is Too Late? Help for Parents of Rebellious Children

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC Ballroom B

DVD #072

Speakers

Tish Clarke

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women

3:30pm EDT

Children’s Bible Class Teacher Resources: Make and Take at Your Own Pace

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT

SEC EHB

Chalking, Bible class illustrations, visuals for enhancing Bible lessons, die cut letters, and more. No experience necessary. You will receive step-by-step instructions. All tools and resources are provided.

Speakers

Renee Brown

Bible Class Teacher, Oak Grove Church of Christ

Renée Brown is wife to Michael and mom to their one adult son Jonathan. They live in the Kansas City area where they worship with the Oak Grove congregation. Renée is a Bible class teacher and supports Michael in his role as a Deacon. Renée and her friend Karen serve annually at... Read More →

Karen Perkins

Karen lives in Central Ohio but grew up in White Bluff, Tennessee. She is a graduate of Freed-Hardeman University (1994 - BA Business Administration/Management). For many years, she has enjoyed teaching Bible classes of all ages and speaking at ladies' events. She is married to Andy... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 3:30pm - 4:15pm EDT
SEC EHB

Women Bible Teachers

4:30pm EDT

What Does Our Desire for Justice Tell Us about God?

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

SEC Ballroom A

This lesson will consider humanity’s innate instinct and need for justice. Can a natural source explain this trait of humankind? If the trait points to a divine lawgiver, what does that tell us about the lawgiver? Scriptures regarding the justice of God will be examined. DVD #076

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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Doctrine

4:30pm EDT

Seven Problems the Church Will Always Face—And How to Handle Them (Part 2)

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Speakers

Kevin Rhodes

Director, Brown Trail School Of Preaching

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Elders

4:30pm EDT

Worldview (Part 2): Building vs. Deconstruction

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

Faith "deconstruction" is going on all around us, but what is it and how can we fortify a biblical worldview against this dangerous trend?

Speakers

Keith Anderson

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Members

4:30pm EDT

How Is AI Changing School and Work for Christians?

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

SEC Ballroom C

DVD #078

Speakers

Billy Camp

Family Minister, Dalraida church of Christ

Billy is a minister at Dalraida church of Christ where he has been serving since 2011. He is married to Shelby (the daughter of Matt & Jennifer Vega) and lives in Montgomery, AL with their three children: Kinley, Roman, and Lewis. Billy served as the college minister at Dalraida for... Read More →

Matt Vega

Dean and Professor, Freed-Hardeman University

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Ministry Contemporary Issues

4:30pm EDT

Using Cell Biology and the Bible to Convert an Atheist (Part 2)

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room B

This series will provide strategies to converse with an atheist on biological topics with the goal of conversion.

Speakers

Will Brooks

Assistant Dean for Preclinical Education, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room B

Scholars’ Think Tank

4:30pm EDT

God’s Amazing Attributes (Part 1): All-knowing … of Me (Psalm 139:1–6)

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

We can know, recognize, and appreciate certain omni-attributes of God, but it is a true blessing when those omni-attributes are personalized and directed toward me! God is omniscient, but, best of all, He is omniscient of me in my life!

Speakers

David Sproule

Evangelist, Palm Beach Lakes church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Textual

4:30pm EDT

That Text Might Not Mean What You Think It Says (Series): Romans 8:28—How Can They Be Good?

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

SEC Ballroom D

DVD #079

Speakers

Andy Robison

Director, West Virginia School of Preaching

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Textual

4:30pm EDT

Worship, Oh What a Weariness (Lessons from Malachi)

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

Do we appreciate the opportunity we have to worship God? Do we feel like worship each week is a burden or a blessing? An obligation or an opportunity? Join us in this session as we explore the Old Testament minor prophet Malachi and the environment in Israel 400 years before Jesus Christ.

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 →

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

Textual

4:30pm EDT

Learning to Trust God in Tough Times

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT

SEC Ballroom B

DVD #077

Speakers

Nancy Hixson

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
SEC Ballroom B

Women

4:30pm EDT

Hangout: Games, Snacks, Conversation

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT

SEC Concourse Tables

Speakers

Tom Childers

Preacher, Finger Church of Christ

Tom Childers was born at Finger, Mississippi and has been preaching since 1966. He holds four degrees from Freed-Hardeman (A.A., Third Year Certificate, B.A. In Bible, and Master of Ministry). He is a preacher and one of the elders of the Finger church of Christ in Finger, Tennessee... Read More →

Susan Childers

Retired Teacher

Susan Childers grew up in Livingston, Tennessee and has been a minister's wife most of her life. She was married 48 years to Richard Sain who passed away after suffering with Alzheimers for eight years and also Parkinsons. The Sains worked with congregations in Tennessee, Kentucky... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
SEC Concourse Tables

Singles (Over 50)

6:00pm EDT

Seven Minutes of Wisdom: We May Ignore It, but God Will Not

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

SEC Ballroom B

Todd Clippard - Lack of Bible Study
Matt Wallin - Lack of Evangelizing
Mike Vestal - Dishonesty at School
Ande Zimmerman - Gossip
Aaron Gallagher - Modesty
Cliff Goodwin - Fornication

DVD #081

Speakers

Todd Clippard

Preacher, Burleson Church of Christ

Aaron Gallagher

Director of Production and Social Media Marketing, Gospel Broadcasting Network

Cliff Goodwin

Mike Vestal

Mike has served the Westside congregation in Midland, TX for almost 25 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 →

Matt Wallin

House to House Heart to Heart

Ande Zimmerman

Associate Minister, Logan Martin church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
SEC Ballroom B

College

6:00pm EDT

Harmonizing the Christian’s Dual Citizenship

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

SEC Ballroom D

This lesson explains how Paul advised early Christians to handle the tensions they sometimes felt because of their loyalties to Christ and their respective nation-states. DVD #083

Speakers

Melvin L. Otey

Professor of Law & Preacher, Faulkner University & Perry Hill Road church of Christ

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
SEC Ballroom D

Doctrine

6:00pm EDT

Historical Backgrounds of Bible Places: Egypt (Part 1)

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

Hotel Cades Cove

What was it like in Egypt during the lives of Abraham, Joseph, and Moses? Join us as we study the culture, religion, and history of Egypt in the Old Testament.

Speakers

Chris James

Christopher holds bachelor's and master's degrees in electrical engineering from Auburn University and currently works in Huntsville, Alabama. He lives in Trinity with his wife Alison and daughter Chloe. The James family are members at the Midway Church of Christ in Moulton where... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

History

6:00pm EDT

Five Reasons Why People Stop Going to Church (and What It Means to Churches)

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

Why do people stop "going to church" in 2024? Is one reason as good as another, or is there a difference between a "reason" and an "excuse"? What should our attitude and response be when we hear these reasons? This lesson will explore five of the most common reasons why people stop coming to church, along with what it should and should not mean to the local church.

Speakers

Jeremy Pate

Youth Publications Coordinator, Apologetics Press

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Ministry

6:00pm EDT

The First Picture of Jesus: A Look at the Alexamenos Graffito

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room A

Speakers

Justin Rogers

Dean, College of Biblical Studies, Freed-Hardeman University

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room A

Scholars’ Think Tank

6:00pm EDT

Fear: The Great Enemy of Soldiers

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

SEC Ballroom A

Fear paralyzes many Christians from doing the work of the Lord. A study of the damage it does and how to overcome it. DVD #080

Speakers

Don Blackwell

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
SEC Ballroom A

Spiritual Growth

6:00pm EDT

The Foundation Chapter of Scripture: Luke 24

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

SEC Ballroom C

DVD #082

Speakers

Wade Webster

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
SEC Ballroom C

Textual

6:00pm EDT

The Greatest Sermons Preached in the Last Two Hundred Years: Johnny Ramsey—Revelation

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

SEC EHA

DVD #084

Speakers

Bill Burk

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
SEC EHA

Textual

6:00pm EDT

The Power of a Righteous Mother’s Prayer

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Speakers

Hannah Colley

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 6:45pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Women

6:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (by Appointment)

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT

SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Counseling areas include premarital, marriage, family/parenting, parent/teen, abuse, drug/alcohol, pornography, homosexuality issues, and personal advice. Schedule before the event if possible, as the slots often fill up fast. Contact Kelli Sewell (877-338-3397; kelli@polishingthepulpit.com) for a confidential appointment.

Speakers

Denise Martin

Jerry Martin

Licensed Professional Counselor, Christian Counseling Services

Monday April 28, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
SEC Show Manager’s Room (2)

Counseling Sessions

6:45pm EDT

Congregational Singing

Monday April 28, 2025 6:45pm - 6:55pm EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

David Crutchfield

Monday April 28, 2025 6:45pm - 6:55pm EDT
SEC EHA

Singing

6:55pm EDT

Welcome (MC)

Monday April 28, 2025 6:55pm - 6:57pm EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

Jeff Archey

Speaker/Director, International Gospel Hour

Preaching over 35 years; currently serving as the speaker/director of the International Gospel Hour, the longest running radio program in churches of Christ.IGH is heard world wide through "over-the-air" stations, internet and over 30 podcast platforms as well as the IGH app. The... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 6:55pm - 6:57pm EDT
SEC EHA

General

6:57pm EDT

Prayer

Monday April 28, 2025 6:57pm - 7:00pm EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

Pransanth Dasari

Monday April 28, 2025 6:57pm - 7:00pm EDT
SEC EHA

General

7:00pm EDT

You Never Mentioned Him to Me

Monday April 28, 2025 7:00pm - 7:40pm EDT

SEC EHA

DVD #085

Speakers

Eric Garner

Evangelist, Ooltewah church of Christ

Eric D. Garner is a native of Chattanooga, TN and privileged to be married to his beautiful wife Daljuania (Del-wana) who blessed him with two wonderful and lovely daughters, Aiyana (I-yana), and Leilani (Lay-lani). He began preaching the gospel of Christ in 2009 and served the Avondale... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 7:00pm - 7:40pm EDT
SEC EHA

Keynote

7:40pm EDT

Invitation/Responses

Monday April 28, 2025 7:40pm - 7:45pm EDT

SEC EHA

Speakers

Jeff Archey

Speaker/Director, International Gospel Hour

Monday April 28, 2025 7:40pm - 7:45pm EDT
SEC EHA

General

8:00pm EDT

Bedtime Devotional for Children

Monday April 28, 2025 8:00pm - 8:30pm EDT

SEC EHB

Bring your children for a devo before taking them to the room to sleep. These sessions serve as an example of how to conduct daily family Bible time when you return home.

Speakers

Preston Silcox

The church of Christ at Avalon

Monday April 28, 2025 8:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
SEC EHB

Children (Ages 2–9) Parents

8:00pm EDT

Atrium Singing

Monday April 28, 2025 8:00pm - 8:30pm EDT

SEC Atrium

Speakers

Andy Baker

Minister, Arnold church of Christ

Andy is the pulpit preacher at the Arnold church of Christ in Arnold, Missouri. He is a former public school teacher, a former youth minister, and a former opera and musical singer. He holds a Bachelor of Music with a double major in English, and also a Master of Arts in Music Education... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:00pm - 8:30pm EDT
SEC Atrium

Singing

8:30pm EDT

Pre-Teen Late Night: Pigeon Forge Community Center

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT

Pigeon Forge Community Center

No teens allowed during this time, it is reserved for ages 10-12. All preteens must be accompanied by an adult (no individual may bring a group). Please follow the dress code (no shorts). Athletic shoes are recommended for this event. Meet at 170 Community Center Dr, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863. This event is FREE.

Speakers

Joshua Cantrell

Preacher, Avondale church of Christ

Daniela Cantrell

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Pigeon Forge Community Center

Preteen Late Nite Parents

8:30pm EDT

PTP-University: Hangout—RUSH night at LazerPort Fun Center

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT

SEC Concourse Tables

Speakers

Matt Jones

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
SEC Concourse Tables

PTP-U Hangout (Ages 18-25)

8:30pm EDT

Hangout: Games, Snacks, Conversation

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT

SEC Meeting Room CD

Speakers

Jordan Moore

Associate Minister, Katy church of Christ

Jordan Moore resides in Katy, TX with his wife Erin, and three children, Jackson (8), Emmalyn (6), and Clara (3). Jordan has served as Associate Minister at the Katy church of Christ for the last 5 years and worked in Youth Ministry prior to that. Jordan has served as the Director... Read More →

Erin Moore

Erin Moore is married to the love of her life, Jordan, and they have three children: Jackson (7), Emmalyn (5), and Clara (2). The Moore family lives in Katy, Texas where they worship and work with the Katy church of Christ. Erin is living her dream life as a stay at home wife and... Read More →

Monday April 28, 2025 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
SEC Meeting Room CD

Singles (Ages 25–35)