Polishing the Pulpit - Sevierville 2026: Full Schedule

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8:15am EDT

Defending the Bible Against False Charges: Christians Cannot Even Agree on What It’s Saying, so Who Cares if It’s True or Not?

Wednesday August 19, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am 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 →

Wednesday August 19, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Ballroom D

Contemporary Issues Textual

10:00am EDT

Studies in 1 Samuel: What a Difference Repentance Makes!

Wednesday August 19, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Ballroom D

The Philistines oppressed Israel for some 40 years—evidently destroying the worship center at Shiloh. Why do we subject ourselves to the damaging effects of sin, instead of “rising up early” and repenting before God? (Chapter 7)

Speakers

Cliff Goodwin

Wednesday August 19, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Ballroom D

Textual

10:00am EDT

The Big Picture of Scripture: A 30,000-foot View

Wednesday August 19, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Many of us learned to sing “Jesus Loves Me” long before we really knew who Jesus is. That can be good, but it can also cause problems. We often study the Bible backward. We start with the New Testament and only later, if ever, get around to the Old Testament. That is not how the Bible was written, and it is not how God’s people first studied it. They knew the Old Testament well, which helped them understand the New Testament! Join us for a one-sermon summary of the Bible as we walk through the Old Testament, tracing concepts like “church,” “gospel,” and “Jesus” long before the manger or the cross. By the end of the study, you will be able to open your Bible and know the story that ties it all together.

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 the Director of Promotions.

I received a business degree and a Bible degree from Faulkner University and a Masters in Management from Troy University. After graduating from Faulkner I wasn't sure what I wanted to do, so I moved to China to live with a friend who was serving as a missionary. While I was there... Read More →

Wednesday August 19, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Textual

11:00am EDT

Things the Bible Never Apologizes For: Delayed Justice and Waiting

Wednesday August 19, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT

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 →

Wednesday August 19, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
EHA

Textual

1:30pm EDT

When Heaven Interrupted Earth: The Trumpet That Will Sound (1 Thessalonians 4:13–18)

Wednesday August 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT

Hotel Deep Creek

Speakers

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 →

Wednesday August 19, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

Textual

3:45pm EDT

Nahum: The Book Nobody Teaches but Everyone Needs

Wednesday August 19, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT

Ballroom B

A textual tour of justice, judgment, and hope.

Speakers

Mark Reynolds

Mark married Mindy in 1991 and together they have three daughters (Cassidy, Abby, and
Corinne) three sons-in-law (Nick and Max, and David) and one grandson (Benson).
Mark began preaching full time in 1995 and has served three congregations: Towne Acres in
Muncie, Indiana (23 years... Read More →

Wednesday August 19, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom B

Textual