Polishing the Pulpit - Sevierville 2026: Full Schedule

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8:15am EDT

The Verses We Read Too Quickly: Let Your Yes Be Yes (Matthew 5:33-37)

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT

Ballroom A

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 →

Tuesday August 18, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Ballroom A

Textual Members

10:00am EDT

Studies in 1 Samuel: God in a Box

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Ballroom D

There is no substitute for genuine, heartfelt devotion to the LORD. Both Israel and the Philistines will learn some hard lessons regarding the ark of the
covenant. (Chapters 4-5)

Speakers

Cliff Goodwin

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Ballroom D

Textual

10:00am EDT

Three Things Jesus Did with His Last Breath

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Meeting Room B

Speakers

Justin Morton

Tuesday August 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Meeting Room B

Textual

11:00am EDT

Defending the Bible Against False Charges: The Bible is Full of Violence, Genocide, Prejudice, and Injustice, Often Commanded by God; and Has Been Used by Christians to Justify More Violence and Oppression

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

Ballroom D

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 →

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Ballroom D

Contemporary Issues Textual

11:00am EDT

When Heaven Interrupted Earth: The Light on the Damascus Road (Acts 9:1–9)

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

Ballroom B

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 →

Tuesday August 18, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Ballroom B

Textual

1:30pm EDT

Studies in 1 Samuel: Misconceptions About God

Tuesday August 18, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT

Ballroom D

God has revealed His Word to man, in order that man might know and do the will of God. The will of God is key to knowing God Himself. (Chapter 6)

Speakers

Cliff Goodwin

Tuesday August 18, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Ballroom D

Textual

1:30pm EDT

When Heaven Interrupted Earth: The Earthquake at Midnight (Acts 16:25–34)

Tuesday August 18, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT

Ballroom A

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 School of Preaching (1992-94) and received a Bachelor of Science degree from Amridge University (2001). He served as the pulpit minister for the State Street church of Christ in Rockford, IL (1994-97) and preached for the Avondale church of Christ... Read More →

Tuesday August 18, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Ballroom A

Textual

2:15pm EDT

The Gospel According to John: That You May Believe—Why John Tells the Story the Way He Does (John 20:30-31)

Tuesday August 18, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT

Ballroom B

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.

Tuesday August 18, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Ballroom B

Textual