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Friday, August 21
 

7:55am EDT

Early Bird Atrium Singing and Prayer
Friday August 21, 2026 7:55am - 8:10am EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 7:55am - 8:10am EDT
Atrium

8:15am EDT

Defending the Bible Against False Charges: "The Bible Is Full of Contradictions and Discrepancies"
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Justin Rogers

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 August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Ballroom C

8:15am EDT

8:15am EDT

Image Insights: Masada—Whose Is God in a Time of Crisis?
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
A picture is worth a thousand words, especially images of the Bible lands. What can I learn about God, the Bible, and my own personal walk of faith by considering select images of the Bible lands?
Speakers
avatar for John Moore

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

8:15am EDT

Morning Marriage Class: When I Don't Feel Love in My Marriage
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mark Reynolds

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Ballroom D

8:15am EDT

Is God Wasting Your Life? Fighting the Discontentment of Singleness
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Kevin Rutherford

Kevin Rutherford

Instructor, Dean of Admissions, MSOP
Instructor and Dean of Admissions:  Memphis School of Preaching
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Meeting Room B

8:15am EDT

The Most Marginalized Minority: How We Can Better Suit Our Assemblies for the Disabled
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Meeting Room A

8:15am EDT

When I Think About the Future, I Think of Two Things: The Faith of Young Preachers and God's Providence
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Paul Sain

Paul Sain


Paul Sain, author of twenty books, including Ready Reference For Growing Christians (over 500,000 to date in nine languages). Extensive radio and television work (including producing various programs for GBN  as well as speaking on this network for six years). Preached first sermon in 1961. Owns Sain Publications (publisher of brotherhood books, since 1971). Deve... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Meeting Room CD

8:15am EDT

Who Am I Now? Finding Yourself When Life Changes
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Gary Massey

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... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

8:15am EDT

Bible Marking Class: The Biblical Roles of Men and Women
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Kevin Rhodes

Kevin Rhodes

Executive Director, Brown Trail School Of Preaching
Kevin W. Rhodes is the Executive Director of the Brown Trail School of Preaching, taking the school’s helm in 2018. Kevin is a graduate of Midwest School of Biblical Studies, the University of Central Missouri (B.S. in History), West Texas A&M University (M.A. in History). Tarleton... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Ballroom B

8:15am EDT

Bible Class Teachers' Workshop 3: Stories from the Early Church
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for April Meacham Wacaster

April Meacham Wacaster

co-owner, Chula Vista Books and bibleclassworkshop.com
April lives in Montgomery, Alabama, with her husband, Tom Wacaster. Together, they have 5 children, 20 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandson. They're giddy-happy and two of the most blessed people you'll meet this week!
April has been teaching Bible classes for 44 years. She particularly loves her work of offering support, training, and ideas to other Bible class teachers through her Saturday workshops. She and her best friend and partner, Teah McWhorter, have been blessed to do this work for almost... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Concourse Tables

8:15am EDT

Bible Class Teachers' Workshop 3: Stories from the Early Church
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Teah McWhorter

Teah McWhorter

co-owner, Chula Vista Books and bibleclassworkshop.com
Teah lives in Pell City, AL. She owns and operates Chula Vista Books and bibleclassworkshop.com with her partner, April Wacaster. She loves finding hard-to-find materials and providing just the right book for her customers and friends. Please stop by the store in the exhibit hall... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Concourse Tables

8:15am EDT

How to Love Your Bible Study Time
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Gain biblical motivation and practical tips for changing your daily Bible study time from "I HAVE to" to "I WANT to!"
Speakers
avatar for Amy Albers

Amy Albers

Amy Albers worships with the Sunray church of Christ (north of Amarillo,
TX), where her husband, Troy, is the pulpit preacher. She is a mom of four,
a mother-in-law, and now an “Oma.” Amy’s been homeschooling for more
than 2 ½ decades, and her weekly teaching responsibilities... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:15am - 8:45am EDT
Ballroom A

9:00am EDT

Bee-ing Like Jesus: Lessons for Living from 2 Timothy—Be Diligent in Study (2:15)
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Todd Clippard

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:30am EDT
EHB

9:00am EDT

Gluttony and Its Place Among the Seven Deadly Sins
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Historically, Roman Catholics have contended for “seven deadly sins” and “seven heavenly virtues.” What should we make of gluttony given the obesity epidemic in the United States? Does being overweight or obese mean a person is gluttonous?
Speakers
avatar for Daniel Stearsman

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Meeting Room CD

9:00am EDT

Getting the Congregation Involved in Evangelism That Works (Sign Up Required)
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Sign up for sessions of private coaching on how to implement House to House School of Evangelism principles in your congregation.

Required attendance is at least one elder and one preacher (deacons and members are welcome with them).

Call Rob Whitacre (931-224-8794) to reserve your session; slots are limited.
Speakers
avatar for Rob Whitacre

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Concourse Tables

9:00am EDT

Aim All You Have at Heaven: How God Rewards Ambitious Generosity
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Westley Hazel

Westley Hazel

Westley Hazel is the minister for the Forrest Park congregation in Valdosta, GA.  He has received a Doctorate in Biblical Spirituality from Southern Seminary and Master of Divinity degree from Freed-Hardeman University.  He is the author of Beyond The Tithe. Westley is married to Shelley and they have two teenage children, Evie and Deacon... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
EHA

9:00am EDT

How to Love When You Feel Wrath
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Austin Johnson

Austin Johnson

Preaching Minister, Florence Blvd church of Christ
Austin preaches for the Florence Blvd Church of Christ in Florence, AL. He received his B.A. in Biblical Studies and M.A. in NT Studies from Freed-Hardeman University. He and his wife Brianne have three kids, Jarrett (9), Brooks (7), and Saylee (3).
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Ballroom A

9:00am EDT

God and the Problem of Evil: Prayer, Providence, and Suffering
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Kerry Duke

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.
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

9:00am EDT

Contagious Joy in a Never-Enough World: What Your Gratitude Speaks to Those Around You
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Ballroom B

9:00am EDT

Bible Marking Class: How and Where the New Testament Writers Reaffirm the Ten Commandments (Minus One)
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Austin Fowler

Austin Fowler

Project Coordinator/American Mission Campaigns Director, House to House Heart to Heart
Austin Fowler was born and raised in Dalton, GA. He is a graduate of Valdosta State University. He received his bachelor’s degree in Middle Grades Education, a master’s in Curriculum and Instruction, and an Educational Specialist degree in Teacher Leadership. He taught in the... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Meeting Room B

9:00am EDT

What Does It Mean That Salvation Is of the Jews? (John 4:22)
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Ballroom D

9:00am EDT

Babies Have to Grow Up: Helping Babes in Christ Grow
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
This lesson will deal with helping the babies in Christ to get over the world.
Speakers
avatar for Cindy Colley

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Ballroom C

9:00am EDT

Children's Bible Class Teacher Resources: Make & Take at Your Own Pace
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Chalking Bible class illustrations, visuals for enhancing Bible lessons, die cut letters, and more. No experience necessary. You will receive step-by-step instruction. All tools and resources provided.
Speakers
avatar for Karen Perkins

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
EHB

9:00am EDT

Children's Bible Class Teacher Resources: Make & Take at Your Own Pace
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Chalking Bible class illustrations, visuals for enhancing Bible lessons, die cut letters, and more. No experience necessary. You will receive step-by-step instruction. All tools and resources provided.
Speakers
avatar for Renee Brown

Renee Brown

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. She works in public education for a pediatric... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
EHB

9:00am EDT

What This Woman Has Done Will Be Told as a Memorial (Mark 14:8)
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Carla Moore

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

9:00am EDT

Six Tips on Building the Community Your Youth Group Needs
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am EDT
Meeting Room A

9:00am EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (By Appointment)
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
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 PTP (877-338-3397; [email protected]) for a confidential appointment.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Manager's Showroom (1)

9:00am EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (By Appointment)
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
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 PTP (877-338-3397; [email protected]) for a confidential appointment.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Manager's Showroom (1)

9:00am EDT

Confidental Women's Counseling (By Appointment)
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Counseling for women/girls concerning marriage, abuse, anxiety, depression, pornography, homosexuality issues, and personal advice. Schedule before the event if possible, as the slots often fill up. Contact PTP (877-338-3397; [email protected]) for a confidential appointment.
Speakers
avatar for Dana Glasscock

Dana Glasscock

Dana Glasscock and her husband, Lee, have been married for 34 years this year and have three grown children. They live in Franklin, Tennessee and worship with the Spring Meadows church of Christ in Spring Hill.
Dana has been teaching women and girls in Bible classes for about 30 years. She just recently graduated from Heritage Christian University with a masters in ministry in ministerial counseling. She now works with several local congregations in helping to counsel women and children... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
Manager's Showroom (2)

10:00am EDT

Trusting God Through Suffering and Confusion
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Real faith stays true to God and His word even when we are in agony, have suffered tremendous loss, or are being threatened by death. Is your faith real?
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Bradd

Stephen Bradd

Stephen & Ranae have been married since 2000 and are blessed with 8 children and 1 grandchild (with more on the way!). Stephen has labored as an evangelist for over 25 years with the Lord’s church in Clinton, IL and has also served as one of its shepherds in recent years. Additionally... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Meeting Room B

10:00am EDT

Getting the Congregation Involved in Evangelism That Works (Sign Up Required)
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Sign up for sessions of private coaching on how to implement House to House School of Evangelism principles in your congregation.

Required attendance is at least one elder and one preacher (deacons and members are welcome with them).

Call Rob Whitacre (931-224-8794) to reserve your session; slots are limited.
Speakers
avatar for Rob Whitacre

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Concourse Tables

10:00am EDT

Go and Make Disciples
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Chris Donovant

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

10:00am EDT

Overcoming Personal Evangelistic Challenges
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for John Garza

John Garza

Preacher, Colleyville church of Christ
I am a graduate of the Southwest School of Bible Studies (Class of 2013) and a 2022 graduate of the House to House School of Evangelism. I am married to my beautiful wife of six years, Rachel. We have a two year-old toddler, Jack and an eight month old, Magnolia. My first full-time... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Meeting Room A

10:00am EDT

Engaging the Skeptics on Answered Prayer: Does God Always Say “Yes”?
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Skeptics suggest that the Bible contradicts itself in saying (1) God gives an affirmative answers to all the requests of His children, and (2) God sometimes refuses the requests of His children. How should a Christian respond? The solution also has implications for how a Christian prays.
Speakers
avatar for Caleb Colley

Caleb Colley

Pulpit Minister, North Jackson church of Christ
Caleb 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 (2006), and an M.A. in New Testament (2021). He also received a Master’s... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

10:00am EDT

Seven Steps to Strengthen Your Prayer Life
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Greg Dismuke

Greg Dismuke

Pulpit Minister, Newport News church of Christ
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Ballroom A

10:00am EDT

Why Would God Allow Your Disappointments?
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mike Vestal

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Ballroom B

10:00am EDT

10:00am EDT

Is Your Heart Broken? (Romans 9:1-3)
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Eric Owens

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
EHA

10:00am EDT

Five Tips for Better Time Management
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Ballroom C

10:00am EDT

Navigating Singlehood (Widowed/Divorced/Single)
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Speakers
avatar for April Meacham Wacaster

April Meacham Wacaster

co-owner, Chula Vista Books and bibleclassworkshop.com
April lives in Montgomery, Alabama, with her husband, Tom Wacaster. Together, they have 5 children, 20 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandson. They're giddy-happy and two of the most blessed people you'll meet this week!
April has been teaching Bible classes for 44 years. She particularly loves her work of offering support, training, and ideas to other Bible class teachers through her Saturday workshops. She and her best friend and partner, Teah McWhorter, have been blessed to do this work for almost... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am EDT
Meeting Room CD

10:00am EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (By Appointment)
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
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 PTP (877-338-3397; [email protected]) for a confidential appointment.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Manager's Showroom (1)

10:00am EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (By Appointment)
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
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 PTP (877-338-3397; [email protected]) for a confidential appointment.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Manager's Showroom (1)

11:00am EDT

Finding the Man in the Plan: Looking for Jesus in the Conversion Accounts—The Provider of Courage—Corinth (Acts 18)
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Joshua Cantrell

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Ballroom A

11:00am EDT

From Legion to Region (Mark 5)
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
This lesson will explore the transformative power of Jesus, focusing on the man possessed by Legion who was healed and became a witness to his entire region. It is now our time to go and tell others about "the great things the Lord hath done" for us.
Speakers
avatar for Marlon Retana

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Meeting Room B

11:00am EDT

The Seven Deadly Sins of Apologetics
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
The believer’s best efforts to promote and defend the faith can be undermined by things like pride, over-reliance on intellect, lack of compassion, or dismissing genuine questions from non-Christians. This lesson will cover seven pitfalls we will encounter when engaging seekers, skeptics, and critics.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

11:00am EDT

Sermon Outlines: Some of My Favorites
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Concourse Tables

11:00am EDT

The Ten Most Important Biblical Coins
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Luke Griffin

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Meeting Room CD

11:00am EDT

The Man of God You Could Become: Six Steps Toward Spiritual Maturity
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Speakers
avatar for B. J. Clarke

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!
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Ballroom D

11:00am EDT

The Woman of God You Could Become: Six Steps Toward Spiritual Maturity
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Sheila Butt

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Ballroom C

11:00am EDT

Five Reasons You Can Trust Your Bible
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Doug Burleson

Doug Burleson

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
EHA

11:00am EDT

Is the Bible Trustworthy? Proofs of Inspiration: Scientific Foreknowledge
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Trent Kennedy

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 me in campus... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Ballroom B

11:00am EDT

Homeschooling Through Adversity (From Someone with 25 Years of Experience)
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
How to stay the course when you feel all alone, when dealing with opposition, or even when your own kids balk!
Speakers
avatar for Amy Albers

Amy Albers

Amy Albers worships with the Sunray church of Christ (north of Amarillo,
TX), where her husband, Troy, is the pulpit preacher. She is a mom of four,
a mother-in-law, and now an “Oma.” Amy’s been homeschooling for more
than 2 ½ decades, and her weekly teaching responsibilities... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

11:00am EDT

WWJD: What Would Judas Do? What We Can Learn from Judas About Finances
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Speakers
avatar for Keno Shrum

Keno Shrum

Elder at the Coweta, OK church of Christ. House to House School of Evangelism Regional Trainer, House to House Heart to Heart
Keno has attended the Coweta church of Christ in Coweta, OK since April of 1990. He serves as an elder and was the minister there for ten years. Keno currently serves as a Regional Trainer for the House to House School of Evangelism. As a Regional Trainer, Keno travels all over the... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Meeting Room A

12:30pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Some Ideas to Reach the Hispanics in Your Community
Friday August 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Chris Donovant

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Ballroom B

12:30pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Some Ideas to Reach the Hispanics in Your Community
Friday August 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Carlos Hernandez

Carlos Hernandez

World Bible School
Carlos, originally from Honduras, holds a bachelor's degree in English as a Second Language and Theology. With over twenty years of ministry experience, he has served as a preacher for three congregations and currently serves as associate minister of the congregation in Guadalajara... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Ballroom B

12:30pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Interesting Items in My Collection: The Sea of Galilee Boat Discovered in 1986
Friday August 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Bob Stancell

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Meeting Room A

12:30pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Beyond the Words: Cultivating a Prayer Life
Friday August 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mitzi Samek

Mitzi Samek

Mitzi Samek has been married to her husband Daniel for more than twenty years and they have two high school age boys, Jared and Landon. Their family worships at Spring Hill church of Christ in Spring Hill, Tennessee, where her husband is deacon and director of the Sons of the King... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm EDT
Meeting Room CD

12:30pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

Finding the Man in the Plan: Looking for Jesus in the Conversion Accounts—The Coming and Promised One—Ephesus (Acts 19)
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mike Vestal

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Ballroom B

1:30pm EDT

The Making of a Skeptic
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
The commission of the church is to convert skeptics to Christians. Tragically, we often find ourselves doing the exact opposite—converting faithful Christians into skeptics. Inspired by real-life occurrences, this lesson will look at how our mistakes have contributed to this trend and how we can better handle some common occurrences going forward.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Meeting Room B

1:30pm EDT

Is What I Do in My Private Life the Church’s Concern?
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Should the church meddle in my private business? Is sin a matter of private forgiveness before God or public restoration before the church? Do elders have a right to question my behavior?
Speakers
avatar for Andy Robison

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 Moundsville... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

1:30pm EDT

A New Work and a New Approach in India
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Meeting Room A

1:30pm EDT

Is It Okay to Question God?
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Charles Cochran

Charles Cochran

Charles Cochran began preaching for the East Ridge church of Christ in 1983.  He is married to Ginny and has three children and five grandchildren. He has made numerous mission trips to Russia, Central America, Africa, and stateside mission points. He is the regular speaker for the... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Meeting Room CD

1:30pm EDT

Doing Hard Things: Practicing an Offensive Love
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Joe Wells

Joe Wells

Joe Wells holds an earned B.S. degree in Science along with a completion certificate
from the Nashville School of Preaching and Biblical Studies and a Masters of Ministry
degree from Freed Hardeman University. Joe is an author of numerous books and a
frequent speaker for youth and f... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
EHA

1:30pm EDT

God's Wisdom For Grads
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Forest Antemesaris

Forest Antemesaris

Preacher, Orange Street church of Christ
Forest Antemesaris grew up as an atheist and converted to Christianity his senior year of high school with the help of Loriann, the woman who would later become his wife. Forest has Bible degrees from the Florida School of Preaching and Freed-Hardeman University and an M.A. in Christian... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Ballroom A

1:30pm EDT

1:30pm EDT

Avoiding Compassion Fatigue: Suggestions for Bearing One Another's Burdens Without Growing Weary (Galatians 6:1-10)
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Denise Martin

Denise Martin

Denise Martin supports her husband, Jerry, a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Professor at Amridge University, in his counseling ministry.  They conduct Marriage Seminars as their schedules allow. Denise has also worked beside her husband as a preacher's wife for over four decades... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Ballroom C

1:30pm EDT

Bold as a Lioness (Proverbs 28:1)
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

1:30pm EDT

Homeschool Huddle
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Get together informally with other homeschoolers, exchange ideas, and trade stuff.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Concourse Tables

1:30pm EDT

Homeschool Huddle
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Get together informally with other homeschoolers, exchange ideas, and trade stuff.
Speakers
avatar for Chelsea Jones

Chelsea Jones

House to House Heart to Heart
Chelsea Jones is Jared's wife and a mother to two precious daughters. She graduated from Faulkner University with a B.A. in English and a minor in Rhetorical Theory. She continued her studies at Troy University, earning a B.S. in American Sign Language Interpreting. She completed... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm EDT
Concourse Tables

2:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (By Appointment)
Friday August 21, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
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 PTP (877-338-3397; [email protected]) for a confidential appointment.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
Manager's Showroom (1)

2:15pm EDT

Bee-ing Like Jesus: Lessons for Living from 2 Timothy—Be a Vessel of Honor (2:20-21)
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Todd Clippard

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
EHB

2:15pm EDT

The Death, Burial, and Resurrection of the Christian (Romans 6:1-4)
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
EHA

2:15pm EDT

Image Insights: The Judean Wilderness—The Light Which Comes from God
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
A picture is worth a thousand words, especially images of the Bible lands. What can I learn about God, the Bible, and my own personal walk of faith by considering select images of the Bible lands?
Speakers
avatar for John Moore

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Meeting Room CD

2:15pm EDT

Parents: Leave a Legacy for Your Children
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Freddie Klein

Freddie Klein

Fredrick Klein serves as a co-minister at the Abingdon Church of Christ and brings over 15 years of ministry experience to his work. A U.S. Air Force veteran, Fredrick came out of the denominational world with a deep conviction to help others discover the truth of God's Word—just... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Meeting Room B

2:15pm EDT

Love the Lord with Physical Endurance: All Your Strength (Mark 12:30)
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mike Hixson

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 are... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Ballroom B

2:15pm EDT

Confrontational Christlikeness
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Jeremy Pate

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Ballroom D

2:15pm EDT

Is the Bible Trustworthy? Proofs of Inspiration: Historical and Archeological Accuracy
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Luke Griffin

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

2:15pm EDT

Seven Passages of Scripture You May Have Been Avoiding
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Doug Burleson

Doug Burleson

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Ballroom A

2:15pm EDT

Fun and Flexible Bible Class Ideas
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
This class covers different ways a teacher can use simple and inexpensive items to add engaging and interactive activities to children's Bible classes. The ideas mentioned can be used with different ages, ability levels, and curriculum topics.
Speakers
avatar for Sheila Holloway

Sheila Holloway

Sheila Holloway lives in Hendersonville, NC with her husband Ken of 34 years. She attended Freed-Hardeman and Lipscomb Universities where she majored in elementary education and taught 14 years in preschool-6th grade classrooms. After receiving her masters and specialist degrees in... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

2:15pm EDT

Kudos to the Caretakers: Golden Rule Boot Camp
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Cindy Colley

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm EDT
Ballroom C

2:15pm EDT

Confidental Women's Counseling (By Appointment)
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Counseling for women/girls concerning marriage, abuse, anxiety, depression, pornography, homosexuality issues, and personal advice. Schedule before the event if possible, as the slots often fill up. Contact PTP (877-338-3397; [email protected]) for a confidential appointment.
Speakers
avatar for Dana Glasscock

Dana Glasscock

Dana Glasscock and her husband, Lee, have been married for 34 years this year and have three grown children. They live in Franklin, Tennessee and worship with the Spring Meadows church of Christ in Spring Hill.
Dana has been teaching women and girls in Bible classes for about 30 years. She just recently graduated from Heritage Christian University with a masters in ministry in ministerial counseling. She now works with several local congregations in helping to counsel women and children... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 3:15pm EDT
Manager's Showroom (2)

2:15pm EDT

Future Leaders Workshop - Class 3
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Kirk Brothers

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Meeting Room A

2:15pm EDT

Future Leaders Workshop - Class 3
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Gary Hampton

Gary Hampton

Pulpit Minister, Siwell Road church of Christ
Gary C. Hampton has been preaching since 1968 and has done work in North Little Rock, Arkansas; Mobile, Alabama; Valdosta, Georgia and Cookeville, Tennessee. Hampton served as the director of the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions in Knoxville, Tennessee for nearly six... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Meeting Room A

2:15pm EDT

Future Leaders Workshop - Class 3
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Victor Eskew

Victor Eskew

Minister, OceanSide church of Christ
Married:  Kathleen Connolly Eskew
Children: 3
Grandchildren: 8
1982 Graduate of the Memphis School of Preaching
1 book: I'm Thinking about Becoming a Christian
Speaker: Lectureships and Gospel Meetings
Class: How to Study the Bible
Friday August 21, 2026 2:15pm - 4:15pm EDT
Meeting Room A

2:30pm EDT

Singles Hangout 50-64
Friday August 21, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Friday August 21, 2026 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
Concourse Tables

3:00pm EDT

Hot Button Issues: Is Pornography Use Grounds for Divorce?
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom B

3:00pm EDT

"Nobody Wants to Study the Bible Anymore" (What!?)
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

3:00pm EDT

The Uses and Abuses of Shame and Guilt
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Greg Dismuke

Greg Dismuke

Pulpit Minister, Newport News church of Christ
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
EHA

3:00pm EDT

The Power and Responsibility of Faithful Interpreters
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
In the mission field, interpreters serve as a crucial bridge between the messenger and the audience, ensuring that the gospel is accurately conveyed across language barriers. However, not all interpreters are equally equipped for this sacred task. Selecting the right interpreter can mean the difference between clarity and confusion, truth and distortion.
Speakers
avatar for Marlon Retana

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Meeting Room B

3:00pm EDT

Eleven Powerful Ways to Start a Sermon
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

3:00pm EDT

Oh Me of Little Faith
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Chris Donovant

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:00pm EDT

Lessons from Exodus: The Reception of Grace (Exodus 32–40)
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Justin Rogers

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 August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Meeting Room CD

3:00pm EDT

How to Maximize Your Role as an Elder's Wife
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Laura Boyd

Laura 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 Gadsd... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

3:00pm EDT

Stir One Another up to Love and Good Works: The “One Anothers” Among Us Who Need Stirring the Most
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Celine Sparks

Celine Sparks

speaker/author/instructor/humorist
Celine Sparks is the author of Whatever Happened to Fried Chicken?, How to Train Your Dragon, Because I Said So, and most recently, If Mama Ain’t Happy. She served for 15 years as the humorist for Christian Woman magazine, and has freelanced for a number of other publications.
Celine lives in Huntsville, Alabama where she and her husband, Scotty, worship and work with the Meridianville Church of Christ. Celine loves her physical family (4 kids and their 3 spouses, and two grandchildren who have adopted her) and enjoys being with her spiritual family as... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Ballroom C

3:00pm EDT

Confidential Marriage/Family Counseling (By Appointment)
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
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 PTP (877-338-3397; [email protected]) for a confidential appointment.
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Manager's Showroom (1)

3:45pm EDT

Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding—Small Group Problem-Solving (2a)
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

3:45pm EDT

How to Confidently Share the Gospel with Friends, Family, Strangers, or Anyone!
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
How to Confidently Share the Gospel: What are you Truly Serious About? And Does it Event Matter?"...we seek to explore what it means to take the Gospel seriously, why it matters, and how to share it with boldness and grace!!!
Speakers
avatar for Eric Sykes

Eric Sykes

My name is Eric Sykes. I was born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1961. I graduated from Corliss High School in 1979 and enlisted in the US Air Force. I retired in 2004 as a Master Sergent. I am first and foremost a Christian who happens to be a realtor. I married my high school sweetheart... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Meeting Room CD

3:45pm EDT

Seven Reasons Why I Want to Go to Heaven
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Don Blackwell

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
EHA

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Freddie Klein

Freddie Klein

Fredrick Klein serves as a co-minister at the Abingdon Church of Christ and brings over 15 years of ministry experience to his work. A U.S. Air Force veteran, Fredrick came out of the denominational world with a deep conviction to help others discover the truth of God's Word—just... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Robert Young Sr.

Robert Young Sr.

Brother Robert Young Sr. was born and raised in NYC and obeyed the Gospel on March
26, 1995 at the Long Island Church of Christ where he has served the majority of his life
as a Christian. He has been married for 26 years to his lovely wife Rebecca (Aponte)
Young. They have three ch... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Chance Hicks

Chance Hicks

Chance Hicks currently preaches for the North Charleston Church of Christ in North Charleston, SC and co-hosts Four Preachers and a Podcast on The Light Network. He recently graduated from Heritage Christian University with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Biblical Studies. He and his wife... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Odie Duncan

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.
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Trent Kennedy

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 me in campus... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Charles Cochran

Charles Cochran

Charles Cochran began preaching for the East Ridge church of Christ in 1983.  He is married to Ginny and has three children and five grandchildren. He has made numerous mission trips to Russia, Central America, Africa, and stateside mission points. He is the regular speaker for the... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Brooks Boyd

Brooks Boyd

Preacher & Elder, Glencoe church of Christ
Married to Laura Kidwell Boyd since 1976 (47 years); 4 children; 9 grandchildren
Graduated with BS in Bible from Freed-Hardeman College (Unuversity) '78
Graduate studies at Southern Christian University (Amridge)
Born/reared in Little Rock, AR
Preacher & one of the elders at Glencoe... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Joshua Cantrell

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Marlon Retana

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Andy Robison

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 Moundsville... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Dale Babinsky

Dale Babinsky

Minister, Great Smoky Mountains Church of Christ
Dale Babinsky was baptized into Christ on October 5, 1998. He and his wife Paula have one daughter, Isabella. Dale served as the Dean of Students and full-time instructor at Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies for 7 years and has preached both full-time and part-time for congregations... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Ben Phillips

Ben Phillips

Ben Phillips was born and reared in Statesville, North Carolina.  He is married to the
former Patricia Lewis, daughter of Greg and Pamela Lewis who work with the Hopkins
Road Church of Christ in North Chesterfield, VA. Patricia and he have been married
since 2003. They have been bl... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mark Weaver

Mark Weaver

Mark Weaver graduated from the West Virginia School of Preaching
in 2001. He began his preaching career there, presenting lessons all but
two Sundays during this intensive two-year training program. Since then,
he has done local work in Vermilion, OH, for thirteen years and Clarkson... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Paul Sain

Paul Sain


Paul Sain, author of twenty books, including Ready Reference For Growing Christians (over 500,000 to date in nine languages). Extensive radio and television work (including producing various programs for GBN  as well as speaking on this network for six years). Preached first sermon in 1961. Owns Sain Publications (publisher of brotherhood books, since 1971). Deve... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Matt Wallin

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Carlos Hernandez

Carlos Hernandez

World Bible School
Carlos, originally from Honduras, holds a bachelor's degree in English as a Second Language and Theology. With over twenty years of ministry experience, he has served as a preacher for three congregations and currently serves as associate minister of the congregation in Guadalajara... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

Two Minutes, Tops: One Simple Thing to Pray for That Makes a Difference
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

3:45pm EDT

3:45pm EDT

Q&A Session
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
This is NOT a live Q&A. Audience participation is prohibited. All questions can be submitted beforehand to the PTP Instagram or Facebook. Be on the lookout for polls.
Speakers
avatar for Todd Clippard

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

3:45pm EDT

Q&A Session
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
This is NOT a live Q&A. Audience participation is prohibited. All questions can be submitted beforehand to the PTP Instagram or Facebook. Be on the lookout for polls.
Speakers
avatar for Matt Jones

Matt Jones

Matthew and Nancy have been married for nearly two decades and have four beautiful daughters.  He works with the Edgewood church of Christ in Columbus, GA.  Matthew loves PTP deeply as it is where he heard a sermon over twenty years ago that helped him obey the gospel, and it is... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

3:45pm EDT

Is the Bible Trustworthy? Proofs of Inspiration: Unity and Consistency
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mike Vestal

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Hotel Deep Creek

3:45pm EDT

The Psalms Know What You Feel—A Sufferer’s Guide to the Longest Book of the Bible
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mark Reynolds

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom B

3:45pm EDT

Morality and Ethics in the Bible: A Foundation for Living
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Sheila Butt

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm EDT
Ballroom C

4:30pm EDT

Singles Hangout (65+)
Friday August 21, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Robert Blouin

Robert Blouin

Bob and Martha Blouin have been married since 1983 and reside in Hill, NH. They have three grown children and five grandchildren. Bob retired from the Army Reserves in 2016 and retired in 2019 as an electronics technician. Martha retired from public school teaching in 2017. Bob is... Read More →
avatar for Martha Blouin

Martha Blouin

Bob and Martha Blouin have been married since 1983 and reside in Hill, NH. They have three grown children and five grandchildren. Bob retired from the Army Reserves in 2016 and retired in 2019 as an electronics technician. Martha retired from public school teaching in 2017. Bob is... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Concourse Tables

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Insights into a Deacon's Work from His Qualifications: Good Reputation and Evangelism Efforts
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Keno Shrum

Keno Shrum

Elder at the Coweta, OK church of Christ. House to House School of Evangelism Regional Trainer, House to House Heart to Heart
Keno has attended the Coweta church of Christ in Coweta, OK since April of 1990. He serves as an elder and was the minister there for ten years. Keno currently serves as a Regional Trainer for the House to House School of Evangelism. As a Regional Trainer, Keno travels all over the... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Meeting Room B

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Where Is God When the Innocent Suffer?
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ruby Bradd was diagnosed with stage 4, high-risk, neuroblastoma cancer at age 2 and was given a 15% chance of survival. Where is our all-powerful and all-loving God when the innocent are struck like this?
Speakers
avatar for Stephen Bradd

Stephen Bradd

Stephen & Ranae have been married since 2000 and are blessed with 8 children and 1 grandchild (with more on the way!). Stephen has labored as an evangelist for over 25 years with the Lord’s church in Clinton, IL and has also served as one of its shepherds in recent years. Additionally... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom D

6:00pm EDT

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Pompeii and Plagues
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
This session is based on a song by Bastille. Do we address the consequences of our sin or the sin? Pharaoh could have let them go, but all he could see were the consequences (Exodus 9:13-21).
Speakers
avatar for Odie Duncan

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.
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom C

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session (Coordinator): Brotherhood Resources YOU Can Use - International Gospel Hour
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Archey

Jeff Archey

Speaker/Director, International Gospel Hour
Come visit with Jeff at the International Gospel Hour exhibit in EHB. 

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 television version is aired over YouTube; a number of markets through the Gospel Broadcasting Network and sixteen local stations throughout the US, Canada, Europe... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Brotherhood Resources YOU Can Use - House to House Print Shop
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Brotherhood Resources YOU Can Use - International Academy of Biblical Studies
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Brotherhood resources YOU Can Use - KAIO Publications
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Joe Wells

Joe Wells

Joe Wells holds an earned B.S. degree in Science along with a completion certificate
from the Nashville School of Preaching and Biblical Studies and a Masters of Ministry
degree from Freed Hardeman University. Joe is an author of numerous books and a
frequent speaker for youth and f... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Brotherhood Resources YOU Can Use - PTP365
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mark Howell

Mark Howell

Minister, Midway church of Christ
Mark has been married to Marlene since 1984. They have two children, Daniel and Rachel. Daniel lives in Lenoir City, Tennessee and works with PTP 365. He is married to Martha and they have five children, Jenaleigh, Analeigh, Hayden, Lorelei, and Naomi. Rachel works for Freed-Hardeman... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Brotherhood Resources YOU Can Use - Scattered Abroad Network
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Michael Clarke

Michael Clarke

Recruiting & Digital Promotions (MSOP)/ Director of Operations (SAN), Memphis School of Preaching
Michael Clarke is a 2017 graduate of the Memphis School of Preaching and a 2020 graduate of Amridge University (Bachelor of Ministry in Bible & Science) and a 2024 graduate of Amridge University (Master of Ministerial Leadership). He is married to Meagan (Teske), and they have one... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom A

6:00pm EDT

Hurry Back Session: Preaching Ain't for Sissies
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 6:00pm - 6:30pm EDT
Ballroom B

6:15pm EDT

Congregational Singing: Songs About Heaven
Friday August 21, 2026 6:15pm - 6:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Adam Faughn

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:15pm - 6:40pm EDT
EHA

6:40pm EDT

PTP Graduation!
Friday August 21, 2026 6:40pm - 6:55pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Mike Hixson

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 are... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:40pm - 6:55pm EDT
EHA

6:55pm EDT

Opening Prayer
Friday August 21, 2026 6:55pm - 7:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Gary Hampton

Gary Hampton

Pulpit Minister, Siwell Road church of Christ
Gary C. Hampton has been preaching since 1968 and has done work in North Little Rock, Arkansas; Mobile, Alabama; Valdosta, Georgia and Cookeville, Tennessee. Hampton served as the director of the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions in Knoxville, Tennessee for nearly six... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:55pm - 7:00pm EDT
EHA

6:55pm EDT

Welcome (Emcee)
Friday August 21, 2026 6:55pm - 7:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Archey

Jeff Archey

Speaker/Director, International Gospel Hour
Come visit with Jeff at the International Gospel Hour exhibit in EHB. 

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 television version is aired over YouTube; a number of markets through the Gospel Broadcasting Network and sixteen local stations throughout the US, Canada, Europe... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 6:55pm - 7:00pm EDT
EHA

7:00pm EDT

The Challenges of Christianity: The Challenge of Perseverance (John 6:67)
Friday August 21, 2026 7:00pm - 7:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for David Smith

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 7:00pm - 7:40pm EDT
EHA

7:00pm EDT

Be of Good Cheer: Reasons for Optimism in a Day of Challenges
Friday August 21, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Christ has provided the only hope for joyful living in a sin-sick, corrupt world.
Speakers
avatar for Andy Robison

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 Moundsville... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Gatlinburg cofC

7:00pm EDT

Be of Good Cheer: Reasons for Optimism in a Day of Challenges
Friday August 21, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Paul Sain

Paul Sain


Paul Sain, author of twenty books, including Ready Reference For Growing Christians (over 500,000 to date in nine languages). Extensive radio and television work (including producing various programs for GBN  as well as speaking on this network for six years). Preached first sermon in 1961. Owns Sain Publications (publisher of brotherhood books, since 1971). Deve... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Great Smoky Mountains cofC

7:00pm EDT

Be of Good Cheer: Reasons for Optimism in a Day of Challenges
Friday August 21, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
Sevierville cofC

7:40pm EDT

Invitation / Responses / Closing Prayer
Friday August 21, 2026 7:40pm - 7:45pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Archey

Jeff Archey

Speaker/Director, International Gospel Hour
Come visit with Jeff at the International Gospel Hour exhibit in EHB. 

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 television version is aired over YouTube; a number of markets through the Gospel Broadcasting Network and sixteen local stations throughout the US, Canada, Europe... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 7:40pm - 7:45pm EDT
EHA

7:45pm EDT

Presentation of PTP 2025 Video
Friday August 21, 2026 7:45pm - 7:50pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Jeff Archey

Jeff Archey

Speaker/Director, International Gospel Hour
Come visit with Jeff at the International Gospel Hour exhibit in EHB. 

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 television version is aired over YouTube; a number of markets through the Gospel Broadcasting Network and sixteen local stations throughout the US, Canada, Europe... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 7:45pm - 7:50pm EDT
EHA

8:00pm EDT

Bedtime Devotional for Children (Ages 2-9)
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Todd Clippard

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:15pm EDT
Concourse Tables

8:00pm EDT

Panel: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Heaven
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Greg Dismuke

Greg Dismuke

Pulpit Minister, Newport News church of Christ
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:40pm EDT
Ballroom A

8:00pm EDT

Panel: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Heaven
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for B. J. Clarke

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!
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:40pm EDT
Ballroom A

8:00pm EDT

Panel: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Heaven
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Westley Hazel

Westley Hazel

Westley Hazel is the minister for the Forrest Park congregation in Valdosta, GA.  He has received a Doctorate in Biblical Spirituality from Southern Seminary and Master of Divinity degree from Freed-Hardeman University.  He is the author of Beyond The Tithe. Westley is married to Shelley and they have two teenage children, Evie and Deacon... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:40pm EDT
Ballroom A

8:00pm EDT

Panel: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Heaven
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:40pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Steve Higginbotham

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 8:40pm EDT
Ballroom A

8:00pm EDT

Beardless to Greybeards: Selection of Final Youth Speeches
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Kirk Brothers

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Meeting Room A

8:00pm EDT

Beardless to Greybeards: Selection of Final Youth Speeches
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Justin Rogers

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 August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Meeting Room A

8:00pm EDT

Beardless to Greybeards: Selection of Final Youth Speeches
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Victor Eskew

Victor Eskew

Minister, OceanSide church of Christ
Married:  Kathleen Connolly Eskew
Children: 3
Grandchildren: 8
1982 Graduate of the Memphis School of Preaching
1 book: I'm Thinking about Becoming a Christian
Speaker: Lectureships and Gospel Meetings
Class: How to Study the Bible
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Meeting Room A

8:00pm EDT

Beardless to Greybeards: Selection of Final Youth Speeches
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Gary Hampton

Gary Hampton

Pulpit Minister, Siwell Road church of Christ
Gary C. Hampton has been preaching since 1968 and has done work in North Little Rock, Arkansas; Mobile, Alabama; Valdosta, Georgia and Cookeville, Tennessee. Hampton served as the director of the East Tennessee School of Preaching and Missions in Knoxville, Tennessee for nearly six... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
Meeting Room A

8:30pm EDT

PTP-University: Hangout
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Matt Jones

Matt Jones

Matthew and Nancy have been married for nearly two decades and have four beautiful daughters.  He works with the Edgewood church of Christ in Columbus, GA.  Matthew loves PTP deeply as it is where he heard a sermon over twenty years ago that helped him obey the gospel, and it is... Read More →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Concourse Tables

8:30pm EDT

Singles Hangout
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Erin Moore

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

8:30pm EDT

Singles Hangout
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for John Moore

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Hotel Cades Cove

8:30pm EDT

Singles Hangout
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Hidden Trails Restaurant

8:30pm EDT

Singles Hangout
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Hidden Trails Restaurant

8:30pm EDT

Teen Late Night: Lazer Port
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
No preteens are allowed during this time, as it is reserved for teens. Please follow the dress code. Athletic shoes are recommended for this event.

Cost is $10 per person, paid on site.

Meet at 2782 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863.
Speakers
avatar for Brandon Jackson

Brandon Jackson

Minister, Hatt Church of Christ
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Off-site

8:30pm EDT

Teen Late Night: Lazer Port
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
No preteens are allowed during this time, as it is reserved for teens. Please follow the dress code (no shorts), which will be enforced. Athletic shoes are recommended for this event.

Cost is $10 per person, paid on site.

Meet at 2782 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863.
Friday August 21, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm EDT
Off-site

8:45pm EDT

Atrium Singing
Friday August 21, 2026 8:45pm - 9:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Andy Baker

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 8:45pm - 9:15pm EDT
Atrium

8:45pm EDT

Atrium Singing
Friday August 21, 2026 8:45pm - 9:15pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Parker Webster

Parker Webster

Preaching Minister, North Lexington Church of Christ
Friday August 21, 2026 8:45pm - 9:15pm EDT
Atrium

9:30pm EDT

Pre-Teen Late Night: Ropes Course, Putt Putt, Games at River Lodge
Friday August 21, 2026 9:30pm - 11:30pm EDT
No teens allowed during this time, as 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. Athletic shoes are recommended for this event.

Cost is $10 per person.

The event is at River Lodge. 
Speakers
Friday August 21, 2026 9:30pm - 11:30pm EDT
Off-site

9:30pm EDT

Pre-Teen Late Night: Ropes Course, Putt Putt, Games at River Lodge
Friday August 21, 2026 9:30pm - 11:30pm EDT
Speakers
avatar for Joshua Cantrell

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 →
Friday August 21, 2026 9:30pm - 11:30pm EDT
Off-site
 
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