David Smith - Final Charge: The Great Physician Is Taking New Patients—Go Tell Your Friends!

Jeremy Pate - Morning Marriage Class: The Romance of Romans - Jagged Little Red Pill

Odie Duncan - The Gospel According to John: Believe It or Not—The Gospel Written for Skeptics (John 1:10–13; 3:16–21; 12:37)

Joe Deweese - Implications of Recent Genetic Discoveries on Human Ancestry and Origins

Roger Comstock - Walking with the Wounded: A Church Response to Sexual Brokenness

The church must neither minimize sexual sin nor abandon those wounded by it. This session considers how Christians can uphold God’s standards for holiness while offering real help to those struggling with sexual failure, abuse, or confusion. Drawing from Scripture, we will discuss how to speak truthfully, act redemptively, and create a culture where repentance is possible and restoration is pursued.

Johnie Scaggs - 2025 Difficult Bible Passages Panel Recap: Did Paul Sin in the Matter of Keeping the Law? (Acts 21:20ff)

Mike Vestal - God-Centered Singleness

Epifanio Carranza - Living as Sojourners and Pilgrims: Cultural Engagement Without Assimilation (1 Peter 2:11-12)

Mark Reynolds - The Prophet Who Quit Preaching (Jeremiah 20)—And Why God Didn’t Quit Him

Dan Winkler - Bible Marking Class: What Should a Christian's Integrity Look Like?

Brooks Boyd - The Verses We Read Too Quickly: Keep Watch . . . As Those Who Will Give an Account (Hebrews 13:17)

Will Hanstein - The Spiritual Discipline of Not Being Offended (Even When You Could Be)

Wade Webster - The Bible in One Word

Beardless to Greybeards Forum (Part 2)

Panelists:

• Justin Rogers

• Paul Sain

• Jim Faughn

• Charles Cochran

• Mark Howell

• Kirk Brothers

• Gary Hampton

Beardless to Greybeards Forum (Part 1)

Panelists:

• Justin Rogers

• Paul Sain

• Jim Faughn

• Charles Cochran

• Mark Howell

• Kirk Brothers

• Gary Hampton

Panel: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Heaven

Clark Sims - Emcee

Mike Vestal

Michael Wyatt

Wade Webster

Paul Sain

Brooks Boyd - Don't Give Up. Don't Ever Give Up

Cliff Goodwin - Jesus, the Psychiatrist—He Calms the Troubled Mind (Mark 5:15; Philippians 4:6-7)

Hurry Back Session: Preachers Panel - We’ve Been There Too! Preacher Encouragement for Difficult Times

Odie Duncan - Hurry Back Session: We Need to Talk About That One Person at Church (It Might Be You)

A humorous but honest look at blind spots, self-awareness, and how we often see everyone clearly except ourselves.

Glenn Colley - Hurry Back Session: Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding—Presentation of Solutions (2b)

Mark Reynolds - Nahum: The Book Nobody Teaches but Everyone Needs

A textual tour of justice, judgment, and hope.

Jordan Evans - Sunday Can’t Fix a Weak Week—Lessons from Football and Faith

In the NFL, Sunday shows who prepared. Scripture says the same thing about faith.

Joe Deweese - Dinosaur Soft Tissue: Current Research and Implications

Freddie Klein - What Nobody Warned You About After Baptism

Becoming a Christian doesn’t make life instantly easier. This lesson addresses the surprises—emotional, relational, and spiritual—that often catch new Christians off guard, and how to face them faithfully.

Two Minutes, Tops: One Lesson I Learned the Hard Way

Speakers:

• Brooks Boyd

• Michael Wyatt

• Mark Howell

• Gene Cooper

• Justin Morton

• Dale Babinsky

• Joshua Cantrell

• Matt Wallin

• Ross Haffner

• Keno Shrum

• Charles Cochran

• Roger Comstock

• Steve Johnson

• Rick Harrison

• Epifanio Carranza

• Eddy Gilpin

• Clark Sims

• Odie Duncan

• Will Hanstein

• Scotty Sparks

• Paul Sain

Eric Sykes - "Are They Going To Hear the Gospel? Do I Even Care?" Apathy and the Gospel DON’T Mix!

Brainstorming Panel: Building a Discipleship Plan That Works

Coordinator: Brandon Rader

Panelists:

• Westley Hazel

• David Smith

• Jim Faughn

• Mike Hixson

Joe Wells - Bonfire Faith—Why Spiritual Zeal Needs Wood, Not Gasoline

It’s easy to light up fast and burn out faster. Drawing from Acts 2 and Leviticus 6:13, this lesson shows how lasting fire comes from daily devotion, not emotional highs — from logs of discipline, not lighter fluid excitement.

Wade Webster - What Deserves the Pulpit? Choosing Sermon Topics That Set the Stage, Create Interest, and Last in the Memory

Justin Rogers - Did the Apostles Really Teach That? A Critical Look at the Didache

Steve Johnson - When Teens Push Back: Holding Conviction Without Losing Connection

Rob Whitacre - How to Overcome Difficult Questions in Evangelism: "Are You Saying I Have to Get a Divorce?"

Knowing how to respond, when to respond, and what to say is critical during Bible studies. Divorce and Remarriage is not hopeless. Come and learn how to deal with the most difficult questions. Your answer weighs heavily on people's eternal souls.

Chris Donovant - Hot Button Issues: The Church and the “Post-Christian” Generation: Reaching People Who Don’t Feel Guilty—Just Empty

Instead of guilt-based evangelism, this examines how to reach a generation driven by loneliness, disillusionment, and identity confusion.

Glenn Colley - Hot Button Issues: The Pornography Epidemic in the Pew

Not just a “youth talk.” This session will tackle pornography’s hold on adults, marriage, and leadership — and present tools for confession, accountability, and grace.

Epifanio Carranza - What to Do When God’s Word Is Clear but Deeply Inconvenient

Clark Sims - Why Spiritual Depth Takes Longer than We Want and Ends up Requiring More Than We Planned

Spiritual maturity is slow and often inconvenient. This session reframes frustration as formation and impatience as a spiritual warning sign.

Wayne Parker - Taking the Gospel to Cyprus—Paul’s First Stop (the Husband’s Perspective)

Tech Solutions Panel: Hardware You Need for Auditoriums/Offices/Classrooms, and More

Panelists:

• Josh Robinson

• Michael Brown

• Daniel Rhodes

Luke Griffin - Martyr: Study of Early Christian Persecution

Dan Winkler - 21st-Century Challenges for Every Christian: Forgive Fast in a Culture That Cancels Quickly

Doug Burleson - Hot Button Issues: Why Should Christians Never Gamble?

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

Tyler Alverson - How to Increase Your Spiritual Attention Span to Fight Distraction in Worship and Build Private Spiritual Habits

If you are like me, then you sometimes struggle with your attention span. It is very easy to get distracted. Because life is so busy, we can be tempted to overlook spending time with our Father; as a result, private spiritual habits remain unformed. What can we do to increase our spiritual attention spans so that we can authentically connect with God both in public worship and in private devotion?

Charles Cochran - Handling Conflict Without Losing Your Christianity: Biblical Peacemaking In Everyday Situations

Brian Hall - The Gospel in the Land of Many Waters: Guyana

Eric Owens - How Churches Drift While Still Calling Themselves Faithful (and How We Can Avoid It)

Joe Wells - The Dangers You Don’t See Coming: Proverbs 7 and the Anatomy of Temptation

Cody McCoy - Things the Bible Never Apologizes For: Obedience as the Proper Response to Revelation

Rick Harrison - Rediscovering Morality: How Should Christians Use Prescription Medications?

Bob Stancell - Hurry Back Session: Between the Testaments 4: Seleucid Empire

Epifanio Carranza - How to Have Certainty in Times of Uncertainty

Kevin Hahn - Things the Bible Never Apologizes For: Delayed Justice and Waiting

Cody McCoy - Being the Kind of Friend Who Makes Others Better: Encouragement, Accountability, and Loyalty

Joshua Cantrell - An Unfruitful Christian Is an Unfaithful Christian

Examining how Scripture consistently links obedience, growth, and fruit—and why neutrality is not a biblical category.

Mark Posey - Sermon Outlines: Some of My Favorites

Paul Sain - Facing and Overcoming Grief Mountain

The loss of a dear one is so life-changing - Grief never ends - the deeper the love, the deeper the grief - suggestions and ideas to help us reach the “manageable” stage of grieving the loss of a dear one - the need for understanding “God’s Plan” for living and dying.

Luke Griffin - Ten Amazing Bible Coins

Dewayne Bryant - Digging into Revelation: Archaeology and the Seven Cities of Asia Minor

This lesson will highlight details from archaeology and how they impact our understanding of the biblical text of Revelation 2-3. This not only gives us details about the first-century world but leads to spiritual insights for believers today.

Doug Burleson - Is the Restoration Movement Over?

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

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.

Cliff Goodwin - Studies in 1 Samuel: What a Difference Repentance Makes!

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)

Mike Hixson - Two for One: Dealing with Difficult People Without Losing Your Mind (Drama, Negativity, Over-talkers, Chaos)

Eric Lyons - Two for One: Becoming the Type of Person People Don't Need to "Survive" (Empathy, Listening, Encouragement, and Healthy Self-Awareness)

Westley Hazel - How to Have an Honest Conversation with God

Michael Wyatt - If I Had It All to Do Over Again . . . What I Would Do Again and What I Would Do Differently as a Preacher

Eric Owens - 11 Days to 40 Years

Jeff Archey - When You Make Financial Adjustments in Your Outreach

Primarily for elders or church leaders, this lesson looks at when a congregation has to “cut back” and the best direction and care in doing so.

Mike Vestal - 10 Truths About the Trinity/Godhead

Rob Baker - When a Teen Falls Away—How to Respond Well

Cody Westbrook - Bible Marking Class: The Promises of God—A Highlight Tour Through Scripture’s Greatest Assurances

Greg Dismuke - Strong Desires Don’t Excuse Weak Obedience

What Scripture expects when temptation is intense.

Daniel Stearsman - Perfectionism: Am I Overthinking My Faith?

You’ve heard of analysis paralysis. Is overthinking and indecision hindering our spiritual walks? Practical ways to avoid paralysis and pitfalls of perfectionism in the Christian walk.

Austin Johnson - When Joseph Couldn’t Hold It Together Anymore (Genesis 45): The Power of Vulnerability in Reconciliation

A beautiful textual exploration of emotion, forgiveness, and timing.

Jeremy Pate - Morning Marriage Class: The Romance of Romans—Signs

John Moore - The Temple Then and Now

How can we really know what the temple was like when Jesus was there? Examining ancient sources, the bible, geography, and the discoveries of archaeology to recreate the temple.

Paul Mays - I Have Had a Part in Converting 150+ People with TikTok: Here's All You Need to Know to Get Started

Clark Sims - When the Lord Looks Down Today (Psalm 14:2; Psalm 33:13–15)

Brandon Rader - A Church That Is Growing Is Working

Tyler Alverson - Things the Bible Never Apologizes for: God’s Right to Define Good and Evil

God alone has the authority to define good and evil because He is the perfect Creator. Scripture warns against replacing God's standards with our own. Christians are called to trust His wisdom, imitate His character, obey His Word, follow Christ, and confidently uphold biblical truth without apology.

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

Greg Dismuke - Bring a Friend Night: Jesus, the Cardiologist—He Heals the Heart (Psalm 51:10)

Eric Lyons - Hurry Back Session: Are the Red Letters More Important than the Others?

Jerry Martin - Hurry Back Session: Healing Religious Trauma—When Church Hurts Instead of Helps

A careful, biblically faithful look at spiritual abuse and recovery of trust in God’s people.

Rob Whitacre - Hurry Back Session: Answering Difficult Questions: How to Convert Your Mate?

Converting a husband and wife takes a very different approach. The Bible is clear on how to do it. Come and see God's plan for marriage conversion.

Dan Winkler - Things the Bible Never Apologizes For: Exclusive Truth Claims

Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Friends, Influence, and Belonging

Speakers and topics:

• Joshua Cantrell — Characteristics of Friends Who Pull You Closer to God

• Daniel Stearsman — The Power of One Kind Voice in a Cruel World

• Jeremy Pate — When Does Loyalty Becomes Compromise?

• Tavaro Hanna — How to Be the Person Who Makes Others Brave

• Jerry Martin — How to Confront a Friend Without Losing the Friendship

• Wade Webster — How to Recover from a Broken Friendship

Anthony Dismuke - What Christians Owe One Another

Brainstorming Panel: Why Kids Quit Loving the Church—and How to Change It

Coordinator: Brandon Rader

Panelists: Clark Sims, Joe Wells, Cody Westbrook, David Smith

Chris Donovant - Running on Empty: What to Do When You’re Working In Ministry but Feel Like You’re Losing Your Soul

Jim Faughn - What Is a Proverbs 31 Man, and Why Have We Never Heard of Him?

Keno Shrum - The Most Effective Ways to Get Contacts

Mark Reynolds - Leading Little Hearts When You Feel Spiritually Tired (Isaiah 40:29–31)

Eric Lyons - What Does It Mean to “Work Out Your Own Salvation”?—A Study of Philippians 2:12

Tyler Alverson - Apathy: The Quiet Killer of Christianity (Romans 12:11)

Apathy quietly destroys Christian faith by replacing passionate devotion with complacency. Drawing from Romans 12:11, this lesson challenges believers to reject spiritual laziness, cultivate hearts that are on fire for God, and faithfully serve Christ. Genuine Christianity is marked by zeal, enthusiasm, and wholehearted commitment, not merely going through the motions.

Clark Sims - You Are Not Their Judge—And That’s a Relief (Romans 14:4)

This session will focus on finding the balance between keeping each other accountable and letting go of the burden of policing others’ choices.

Dewayne Bryant - Digging up the Bible’s Bad Guys

This lesson covers what archaeology has uncovered about the biblical enemies of God’s people, and how these discoveries illuminate the biblical narrative.

Kevin Hahn - What the Soul Behind You in the Judgment Day Line Wants You to Say Now

Justin Rogers - Defending the Bible Against False Charges: The Bible Was Written by Ancient and Primitive People, and Has No Value to Modern People Anymore

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

Joe Wells - Satan’s Go-to Temptation Against You: Finding and Combating Satan’s Attack Strategies

Doug Burleson - “The Sons of God” in Genesis 6: What Does the Text Actually Say?

Bob Stancell - Between the Testaments 3: Ptolemaic Egypt

Austin Johnson - 21st-Century Challenges for Every Christian: Keep Hope Alive When Cynicism Feels Safer

Faith requires risk; despair requires nothing. Hope anyway (Romans 15:13).

Scott Cain - How to Climb Without Falling in Love with the Ladder

Ambition isn’t evil — until it replaces identity. Lessons from Joseph, Daniel, and Jesus on how to succeed without selling your soul.

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

Cliff Goodwin - Studies in 1 Samuel: Misconceptions About God

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)

David Smith - The Day You Stop Playing It Safe . . .

Fear keeps too many teens from using their gifts for God. This lesson will challenge you to risk something — to serve, speak, or step up — even if it’s uncomfortable. Courage is contagious.

Mark Posey - Sermon Outlines: Some of My Favorites

Glenn Colley - The Most Controversial Thing Jesus Ever Said: "I Am the Son of God" (John 10:36)

Charles Harris - Longing for His Appearing: Rekindling the Early Church’s Hope

A look at why early Christians lived with expectation — and how we can recover it.

Jeremy Pate - Creativity and the Christian

Luke Griffin - Cities of the Apostle Paul - Corinth

Gene Cooper - Train Like the Test Is Coming: Strategic Preparation for Faithful Leadership Under Pressure

Westley Hazel - Hurry Back Session: Tough Conversations — Am I On the Brink of Burnout?

Kevin Hahn - Hurry Back Session: What to Do if You Know Before the Elders Do

Handling sensitive information, discretion, and responsibility.

Daniel Stearsman - Hurry Back Session: High Society, Low Sobriety — Thinking Biblically About Marijuana in a Relaxed Culture

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

B. J. Clarke - Strength Without Discipline Is Dangerous: Power, Anger, Sexuality, and the Necessity of Self-control

Scott Cain - How to Complicate Obedience Without Realizing You’re Doing It

How overthinking and rationalizing complicate what the Bible makes plain (Luke 6:46).

Keno Shrum - Turning Visitors into Family: Simple Systems That Work Even with 20 Members

Retention matters more than first impressions. This workshop gives you a simple follow-up plan that fits even the smallest congregations.

Kerry Duke - Fine Tuning: Premillenialism

There are two essential features of premillennial interpretation of prophecy. Without these hermeneutical pillars, the theology of this popular belief collapses. This class will identify these underlying premises and give a biblical response.

Mark Posey - How Do the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit Help in Mission Work?

Wade Webster - Raising Children to Love and Obey God, not Just Love Their Parents

How and when to move from control to conviction.

Justin Rogers - 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

Justin Morton - Three Things Jesus Did with His Last Breath

This study will explore what Jesus accomplished with His final breath on the cross. When Jesus took His last breath, He wasn’t simply dying; He was accomplishing everything necessary for our salvation. While the world saw a dying man take His last breath, heaven saw the victorious Savior finish His work.

Cliff Goodwin - Studies in 1 Samuel: God in a Box

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)

Glenn Colley - How to Stop Making Life Harder Than It Has to Be

Procrastination, assumptions, catastrophizing, avoidance and learning to let faith simplify what we complicate.

Dean Thompson - Why Saying the Right Thing the Wrong Way Still Makes It the Wrong Thing

Scripture makes clear that truth is never separated from wisdom, tone, and love. Let's examine how correct words, spoken carelessly or harshly, can damage relationships and weaken our influence—and how biblical communication reflects both conviction and Christlike character.

Caleb Colley - The Chain of Consequence: How One Compromise Leads to Another (James 1:14–15; Galatians 5:9)

Sin rarely appears suddenly — it starts with reasoning that sounds “almost right.” A look at the slippery slope of small compromises.

Aaron Gallagher - Why the Canon of Scripture Matters More than Many Christians Realize

Doug Burleson - Things the Bible Never Apologizes For: Judgment as Moral Necessity

Seven Minutes of Wisdom on Faith and Technology

Speakers and topics:

• Daniel Stearsman — Integrity in the Digital Shadows—What Is Your Feed Feeding You?

• Michael Clarke — Practical Advice for Using Technology for God's Glory

• Austin Johnson — Silence—The Spiritual Discipline Technology Is Stealing

• Adam Faughn — Romans 1:32—A Verse to Consider Before Liking Something on Social Media

• Joe Wells — Redeeming Your Reach—Why You Should NOT Argue with Brethren on Social Media

• Josh Robinson — Three Pieces of Technology You Should Consider Using at Your Home Congregation

Joshua Posey - How to Build a Youth Ministry That Feeds the Whole Church

Zach Collins - Two for One: Two Kings, Two Choices, Saul—The Collapse of a Compromised Heart

Spiritual failure rarely happens overnight. Through a careful study of Israel's first king, this lesson traces the progression from small compromises to a hardened heart. By performing a spiritual "autopsy" on Saul's life, we will discover how compromise begins, why it spreads, and how we can guard our own hearts before hidden fractures become spiritual collapse.

Anthony Dismuke - Two for One: Two Kings, Two Choices, David—The Rise of a Pursuing Heart

B. J. Clarke - What Happens When Christians Stop Expecting God to Do Anything

Prayer becomes routine when expectation fades. This session addresses quiet unbelief and the biblical call to hope, ask, and wait.

Chris Donovant - If Jesus Were to Come Back for Just One Day . . .

Jeremy Pate - Morning Marriage Class: The Romance of Romans—The Gift of Grace

John Moore - In Their Sandals (Series): Paul in Athens

See the world through the eyes of those who were there. What has been discovered? What did they encounter? What challenges did they face? And, how can this help me in my own walk of faith?

Gary Hampton - Bridging the Gap: How Deacons Strengthen Communication Between Elders and Members

A practical guide to keeping everyone on the same page — reporting updates, anticipating needs, and diffusing misunderstandings before they spread.

Mark Reynolds - Why God's Boundaries Bless, not Burden (1 John 5:3)

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

Cody Westbrook - What Scripture Says to People Who Are Trying, Failing, and Trying Again (Proverbs 24:16; 1 John 1:7)

Epifanio Carranza - In the Shadow of the Cross: Overcoming Discouragements (Matthew 11:1-30)

Dewayne Bryant - Unearthing Islam: What Archaeology Reveals About Islamic Claims

Islamic texts make a number of important claims about historical places and people. This lesson examines what archaeology really reveals about Muhammad and the religion he founded, and how these shortcomings contrast the reliability of the Bible.

Mike Hixson - Lifetime Service Award Presentation: Charles Cochran

Eric Owens - Jesus, The Emergency Physician — He Shows up When It’s Critical

Tavaro Hanna - Hurry Back Session: Narcissists and the Church

Nathan Liddell - Hurry Back Session: Why Do We Do Apologetics and Where Should We Start?

This lesson is a practical beginner's guide to learning and employing apologetics in Christian ministry.

Tagillima Esene - Hurry Back Session: Tips for Reaching Your Family Members with the Gospel

Justin Rogers - o Deep! How Original Languages Help Clarify Our Understanding of Spiritual Concepts: Important Cultural and Historical Insights from the Apocrypha

Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Parts of You God Uses

Speakers and topics:

• Anthony Dismuke — A Heart That Listens

• Ande Zimmerman — Hands That Serve

• Cameron Freeman — Words That Heal

• Caleb Otey — Feet That Run Toward Goodness

• Chris Donovant — Eyes That See People Who Hurt

• Westley Hazel — A Life That Points to Jesus

David Smith - Get Out of the Boat! Sometimes Obedience Requires Leaving What Floats (Matthew 14)

Daniel Stearsman - Gene Therapy 101 – “Playing God” or "Faithful Stewardship"?

Emerging biotechnologies and medical advancement from IVF to CRISPR demand careful ethical biblical reflection now and moments to come. This will look at a Biblical framework for making faithful genetic decisions.

Mike Vestal - The Value of Textual Sermons

Eric Lyons - The Incredible Consistency of Scripture

It is humanly impossible for so many different writers from different times, places, and cultures, and with various educational backgrounds and occupations, to pen a perfectly consistent book, especially one that is 1,000+ pages. Yet, the Bible writers did just that.

Brainstorming Panel: Fixing Church Problems Before They Become Church Splits

Coordinator: Brandon Rader

Panelists:

• Glenn Colley

• Eric Owens

• Matt Vega

• B. J. Clarke

Dan Winkler - Covenant Renewal Moments: Reading Scripture Through Its Big Turning Points

At key points in the Bible, God’s people gathered, heard His Word, and recommitted themselves to Him. From Sinai to Pentecost, these covenant renewal moments changed their future. What do they teach us about renewing our faith today?

Austin Johnson - Modern-day Daniels in Babylon: How to Stay Faithful When the Algorithm Disagrees with You

Daniel didn’t choose Babylon—but he chose faithfulness anyway. This session connects peer pressure, online influence, and identity formation with Daniel’s quiet resolve.

Zach Collins - The Danger of Only Loving Truth until It Challenges You

What happens when God's truth confronts our traditions, assumptions, prejudices, or personal sins? Through powerful biblical examples, this lesson explores the subtle danger of embracing truth only until it demands change. Together, we will be challenged to examine whether we merely admire the truth or truly surrender to it.

Kerry Duke - Fine Tuning: Catholicism

It is the world’s largest and most powerful denomination. But this is not a class on its history, ceremonies, and doctrines. Instead, this study will go to the central issues of Catholicism: revelation and the interpretation of revelation.

Troy Spradlin - Godly Motives, Methods, and Mechanisms for Global Missions

A biblical, practical, and realistic view of the “who and why” (motive), the “what and where” (method), and the “how” of missions (mechanism). This is a presentation of a few successful, proven strategies for aspiring missionaries, congregations sending missionaries, or anyone with a heart for world evangelism, domestic or foreign.

Cameron Freeman - Silence Is the Enemy of Love: Three Keys to Becoming Bolder in Evangelism

Carrying the Message Forward: The Past, Present, and Future of House to House/Heart to Heart

Brint Rice - What the Next Generation Needs from Us—Observations from Years of Running a Youth Camp

Kevin Hahn - When Heaven Fell Silent for 30 Minutes (Revelation 8): A Study in Holy Tension

Matt Jones - The Faith Builder’s Guide to Failing Forward

Everybody falls. The question is: what happens next? Using Peter’s story, this session shows how failure can become the foundation for your strongest faith.

Elliot Hamm - Unspoken Struggles: Finding Solutions for Small Church Issues

Small churches face unique hurdles—from tight budgets to complex family dynamics. Stop just surviving and start thriving! This session tackles the "unspoken" challenges of small-church life, offering actionable strategies for managing finances, navigating relationships, and organizing effective ministry. Learn to transform your congregation’s perceived limitations into powerful, sustainable strengths.

Greg Dismuke - The Encouraging News That God Is Not Panicking About the World (Psalm 2; Isaiah 46:9–11)

Glenn Colley - Making Home a Place Worth Coming Home To

Building a family culture of peace, patience, and purpose.

Joe Wells - 21st-Century Challenges for Every Christian: Choose Depth over Dopamine

Faith grows slowly; your feed refreshes fast. One builds disciples — the other burns attention spans (Psalm 1:2–3).

Caleb Colley - Life Lessons from the New Testament World: Pharisees and Sadducees

The best-known critics of Jesus already had a history before His life on Earth. A better understanding of these sects helps us appreciate Jesus’ practical teachings even more.

B. J. Clarke - When Heaven Interrupted Earth: The Voice at the Jordan (Matthew 3:13–17)

Cliff Goodwin - Studies in 1 Samuel: God’s Grace Reaches Out

God’s grace is offered to man when he is undeserving—and when he is mired in the consequences of his own sin! (Chapter 3)

Mike Vestal - Where the Spice of Life Gets Real

Elvis Galbreath - Thankfulness That Lasts: Cultivating a Grateful Life

Joshua Posey - Proverbs for Preachers: Lead with integrity (Be an Example!)

Scotty Sparks - The Devil’s Old Tricks in Your New Life: Recognizing and Resisting Common Temptations That Derail New Believers

Parker Webster - Becoming a Church That Is Safe for Sinners and Serious About Holiness

Rob Whitacre - Hurry Back Session: Second Thoughts—How to Restore Prodigals

Evangelism focuses on prodigals, too! We will give each participant a new Bible study called "Second Thoughts" and show one method to bring the erring back. This congregational plan has a 30-70% success rate. Come and See.ls

John Moore - Hurry Back Session: America Turns 250—What Scripture Says About Nations That Grow Old

Michael Shepherd - How Does Paul Expect Us to Hold Truth Firmly While Keeping Our Hearts Soft? (1 Corinthians 8:2)

Wade Webster - God Hates Laziness—And Says So Repeatedly: Proverbs, Effort, and Moral Responsibility

Luke Griffin - The Book of Enoch: What It Is—and Why It Isn’t Scripture

Justin Rogers - Go Deep! How Original Languages Help Clarify Our Understanding of Spiritual Concepts: Important Details from the Years of Silence (The Intertestamental Period)

Matt Vega - Handling Allegations Biblically and Lawfully

Abuse, misconduct, financial impropriety — what must be reported, what must be documented.

Jeff Archey - It Is More Blessed to Give Than to Receive: The Application

Examining the texts on giving and its instruction therein for us to apply to be better givers in our congregations and continuing to grow the work of the Lord in our local community and throughout the world. This is the final lesson of three—a seminar on stewardship.

Melvin Otey - 21st-Century Challenges for Every Christian: Keep Worship Sacred in a World That Treats It Like a Show

The stage was never meant to replace the Savior (John 4:23–24).

Anthony Dismuke - How to Date Without Making Peace with Compromise

Cliff Goodwin - Studies in 1 Samuel: Light in the Darkness

First Samuel opens during dark times in Israel’s history, but the birth of Samuel reminds one of God’s power and provision. (Chapters 1-2)

Aaron Gallagher - Two for One: Living with No Regrets - Choices You'll Wish You Hadn't Made

A look at purity, anger, pride, procrastination, and poor influences.

Kevin Hahn - Two for One: Living with No Regrets - Choices You'll Thank Yourself for Later

A look at wisdom, service, courage, discipline, and faithfulness.

Bengy Slocumb - Five Bible Characters Who Battled Lust - and How They Responded to It

Daniel Stearsman - Gene Therapy 101 – Image of God and Human Genetic Commodification

Does the altering of human DNA in gene therapy alter human dignity, nature, or being created in the image of God?

Tagillima Esene - Seven Things a Preacher Can Do to Encourage Evangelism in the Church

Troy Spradlin - The Hand You Don’t See; the Mission You Do

Embarking on a mission to evangelize the lost, whether locally or abroad, requires trust. Without wholehearted trust in God, evangelists will struggle with the many challenges that arise. This session will discuss how we can develop greater trust in our Father in our evangelistic efforts.

Victor Eskew - God’s Persistent Plan to Save the World Using People Like Us (Judges; Matthew 28:18–20; 1 Corinthians 1:27)

Steve Higginbotham - Becoming the Church Your Community Can’t Ignore

Discover how to raise your church’s visibility without gimmicks. Learn practical ways to become known for presence, compassion, and reliability.

Ed DeBerry - Five Signs Your Career Is Shaping You More Than Your Faith—and How to Push Back Wisely

Careers shape habits, priorities, and identity—often more quietly than we realize. We will examine five subtle ways work can begin to disciple us more than Scripture does, and offers practical, biblical steps for reordering priorities without abandoning responsibility or excellence.

Zach Collins - Bible Marking Class: The Bible’s Wisdom for Drama and Conflict

Conflict is inevitable, but drama is optional. In this practical Bible Marking Class, discover what Scripture teaches about preventing unnecessary conflict, handling disagreements God's way, and becoming a peacemaker in the church, home, and everyday relationships. Participants will leave with a marked Bible and practical tools for turning moments of conflict into opportunities for Christian growth.

Dan Winkler - When God Says, "I’ve Had Enough" (Isaiah 1:11–20)

A sobering look at worship without repentance and religion without contrition.

Kerry Duke - God and the Problem of Evil: The Cross Is God's Answer to the Problem of Evil

Life is not fair. Good things come to bad people and bad things happen to good people. How can a just and loving God allow this? In a sense, by becoming part of the problem.

Eric Owens - Be Confident of Your Salvation: Your Conscience May not Forget, but Your God Does

Jeremy Pate - Morning Marriage Class: The Romance of Romans - War of the Roses

Keno Shrum - Practical Tips for Lifestyle Evangelism

Scott Cain - Why "We’ve Always Done It This Way" Is a Stewardship Problem

Innovation without abandoning biblical authority is a must.

Gary Massey - The Verses We Read Too Quickly: Do not Be Deceived (1 Corinthians 6:9-20)

Sexual purity and identity as Scripture defines it.

Westley Hazel - Open Homes in a Closed off World — The Gift of Hospitality

Chris Donovant - What Happens When a Teacher Meets a Seeker (Acts 8:26–39)

Aaron Gallagher - Five Reasons I'm Not Eastern Orthodox

Joe Wells - Two for One: Jesus, the Speech Therapist — He Redeems the Way We Talk (Matthew 12:34–37)

Joshua Cantrell - Two for One: Jesus, the Sleep Specialist— He Gives Rest to the Weary (Matthew 11:28–30)

Kerry Duke - Because Christ Reigns, the Church Can Flourish

Steve Higginbotham - Jesus, the Oncologist — He Removes What’s Killing You (Colossians 3:5–10)

Cliff Goodwin - The Makings of a Monarchy: Introduction to 1 Samuel

Seven Minutes of Wisdom on Communication and Connection

Speakers and topics:

• Michael Shepherd — Tips for Reading the Room While Preaching

• Gary Massey — Speaking to Different Generations In the Same Room

• Will Hanstein — Preaching Without Notes (and Without Panic)

• Nathan Liddell — Using Silence as a Tool, not a Mistake

• Dean Thompson — How to Preach With Your Eyes, not Just Your Mouth

• Kerry Duke — Connecting with Listeners Who Don’t Want to Be There

Matt Wallin - What Effective Follow-up with New Christians Looks Like

A lot of work goes into converting someone. Even more work needs to go into continuing to develop them. This class will examine the continued discipleship process needed once someone becomes a Christian.

Daniel Curry - A State Trooper Looks at the Sin of Breaking the Law

Is speeding a sin? What about refusing to wear a seat belt? Must Christians obey laws they believe are unnecessary or even foolish? And what happens when obeying the government would mean disobeying God?

Drawing from experience as a West Virginia State Trooper, DJ Curry examines everything from minor traffic violations to the devastating consequences of serious lawlessness. But this lesson is about much more than obeying the government. It asks a deeper question facing every Christian and every congregation: “Who has the authority to make the law?”

Together we will examine civil law, the law of Christ, legalism, religious liberty, and what happens when our own will collides with God's. Ultimately, our response to authority reveals something much deeper—where we have placed our trust.

Ed DeBerry - Before You Shepherd Others: An Elder’s Inner Life with God

Cultivating a private life of prayer, Scripture, and repentance that sustains public leadership.

Aaron Gallagher - Scripture Alone or Scripture and Tradition? Engaging Eastern Orthodoxy

Stacey Grant - What a Small Church Should Expect from Its Minister — and What It Shouldn’t

Healthy expectations prevent conflict and burnout. This session clarifies what a minister can do, and what the whole church must share.

David Sproule - How to Stop Fighting Yesterday's Battles Tomorrow

Many of the struggles that wear us down—temptation, isolation, resistance to encouragement, and the absence of wise boundaries—are repeated not because they are unavoidable, but because they are unaddressed. Let's explore how Scripture calls Christians to live more intentionally so obedience is steadier, support is welcomed, and life is no harder than it needs to be.

Tagillima Esene - The Mistakes I've Made In Evangelism (The DO NOTs in Evangelism)

David Looney - Helping Families Heal After Betrayal or Infidelity

How trust is rebuilt over time with truth, accountability, and grace.

The Ethics of Obedience: When Is Submission Righteous and When Is It Sin? (Daniel 3; Romans 13)

Jeff Archey - It Is More Blessed to Give Than to Receive: The Sustenance

Sustenance defined is “the means of sustaining health or life; nourishment; the means of maintenance; livelihood.” What is the one thing needed for said sustenance—that is money. This lesson looks at money—its definition, downfall and discipline. This is part two of three—a seminar on stewardship.

Matt Vega - What Has Happened in the Courts Since Last Year That Christians Need to Know?

Evan Diaz - The Unbelievable Precision of Jesus' Prophecy (Matthew 24)

Quite possibly the most amazing and detailed prophecy in the entire Bible—corroborated by secular history to the smallest detail. This lesson will build your faith in the Bible’s inspiration, and is sure to help provide evidence when talking about the Bible with skeptics.

Elliot Hamm - Breaking Through the Spiritual Rut: Using Paul’s Momentum

Spiritual ruts are inevitable, but they aren’t final. This session uses Paul’s high-velocity ministry as a roadmap for finding your second wind. This session will identify what stalls growth and apply Paul’s "press toward the goal" mindset to regain your drive. Move from spiritual idleness to unstoppable momentum.

Daniel Stearsman - Gene Therapy 101 – History from Jesse Gelsinger to Oliver Chu

Gelsinger died of a gene therapy experiment that went awry in 1999. Recently, Oliver Chu was successfully treated for a rare, inherited condition called Hunter syndrome (MPSII).

Matt Vega - How Jesus Answers Questions Like a Lawyer and a Shepherd at the Same Time (and Why That’s Good for Us)

Evan Manning - Breaking the Pattern of Sedentary Living: Physical Fitness as Christian Stewardship

Bob Stancell - Between the Testaments 2: Macedonian Greek

Kirk Brothers - Character Is the Loudest Form of Leadership

Gary Hampton - What Happens in the Verse Right Before "God So Loved the World"

John 3:14–15 is the setup for John 3:16 — and almost nobody reads it. Moses, a serpent, a wilderness, and a dying people are the lens through which Jesus explains His own crucifixion

Mark Posey - The Hour of Decision (Joshua 24:13-15)

Kyle Butt - Building Biblical Faith

Gary Massey - The Day We Will See What We Have Been Singing About (1 John 3:2)

Mike Hixson - The Cup He Drank Was the One We Filled (Matthew 26:39)

He prayed for it to pass. It didn't. And the cup He drank to the bottom was the cup of wrath that human sin demanded — including yours. A sobering meditation on what it actually cost Christ to swallow what we had poured.

Cameron Freeman - Launch Out into the Deep (Luke 5:1-11)

Michael Shepherd - How to Have the Unity of the Spirit

Kyle Butt - In Everything Give Thanks

Mark Posey - How Does God Manage to Be Both Honest About Sin and Hopeful About People?

Billy Camp - Why Conviction Without Love Fails — and Love Without Conviction Fails Faster

Melvin Otey - Humanity's Place in the Majesty of God (Psalm 8)

Matt Jones - Draw Near to Hear: Why God Cares How We Enter Worship (Ecclesiastes 5:1-2)

David Smith - Pay Much Closer Attention (Hebrews 2:1–3)

Kerry Duke - God and the Problem of Evil: Men in the Bible Who Struggled with the Problem of Sin and Suffering

We still ask God the same two questions that men of God asked thousands of years ago: Why am I going through this trouble and how long will it last? God does not speak to us like He answered them, but those answers in the Bible give us the strength we long for when our spirits are heavy with affliction.

John Moore - In Their Sandals (Series): Jesus in Galilee

See the world through the eyes of those who were there. What has been discovered? What did they encounter? What challenges did they face? And, how can this help me in my own walk of faith?

Jeff Miller - Erasing Evolution’s “Evidence”

For a belief to be rational, it must have enough evidence to support it. Does Darwinian evolution have sufficient evidence for it to be a rational belief?

Michael Houts - Using Ethical Challenges in Science and Engineering to Evangelize

Paul Sain - The Best Evangelism Gives a Glimpse of the Life One Can Have in Jesus

B. J. Clarke - Jesus, the Orthopedist — He Straightens What’s Crooked

Cameron Freeman - The Weight of Glory and the Lightness of Our Complaints (2 Corinthians 4:17)

Mike Hixson - God Wrote Two Books, and One of Them Is You (2 Corinthians 3:2–3; Psalm 139:16)

Paul said the Corinthians were "epistles of Christ... written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God." Your life is a book being read by people who may never open the other one. A sermon on the weight and dignity of being a Christian that someone else is watching.

Michael Shepherd - A Changeless Church in a Changing World

Patrick Swayne - Flawed Reasoning Results in Flawed Worship (1 Kings 12:33)

Fearing what would happen if the citizens of his newly formed kingdom traveled for worship to the territory of the king they once served, Jeroboam instituted a new form of worship that would keep his people nearer to home. The Bible says that this worship was "devised in his own heart" (1 Kings 12:33). What should have been in Jeroboam's heart, and what should be in ours as we worship God today?

Andrew Scott - How to Grow a Small Church

Robby Eversole Sr. - The Verses We Read Too Quickly: Each Will Give an Account (Romans 14:10-12)

Victor Eskew - A Shelter in the Time of Storm

David Sproule - The Four Kinds of Worship in the New Testament

Kevin Hahn - Paul's Seven-Plank Platform for Unity (Ephesians 4:4-6)

Kirk Brothers - Recovering the Weight of Being Called "The People of God"

Charles Cochran - Your Ministry Will Take a Lifetime: My Advice for Young Preachers

Cameron Freeman - How to Make the Christian Life Harder Than God Ever Intended—and How to Stop (Matthew 11:28–30)

Mike Hixson - Covetousness and the Christian Consumer

We’ve baptized materialism and called it success. Let's challenge ourselves to think rationally about greed, possessions, and what it means to “seek first the kingdom.”

Gene Cooper - A Former Sailor Looks at the Sin of Cussing

Matt Vega and Billy Camp - Two for One: Crisis Management in the Church

Dan Winkler - Jesus, the Neurologist—He Renews the Mind (Romans 12:2)

Melvin Otey - Hurry Back Session: Lukan Models of Faith: Stephen—A Model Witness

Jamie Long - Hurry Back Session: Evangelism Methods on the Mission Field

Jeff Miller - Hurry Back Session: Were Dinosaurs on the Ark?

Were dinosaurs invented by evolutionists? And if not, does the evidence indicate that they survived the Flood on the Ark, or did they go extinct before the Flood? If they were on the Ark, what happened to them after the Flood?

Eric Garner - Hurry Back Session: How the Bible Distinguishes Between God’s Patience and Our Procrastination (Romans 2:4; Ecclesiastes 8:11)

Victor Eskew - The Psalm with Tear Stains on It (Psalm 34): David’s Refuge in a Humiliating Season

A raw study written after David pretended madness — a surprising context.

Ed DeBerry - It Takes Two Crosses to Get to Heaven

Jesus talked about His cross, and then He talked about ours. Matthew 10:38 and 16:24 are not the same statement, and the difference between them matters more than most people realize.

Seven Minutes of Wisdom on Dating, Love, and Purity

Speakers and topics:

• Cameron Freeman — Why God's Design for Boundaries and Marriage Are Beautiful

• Matt Wallin — How Far Is Too Far? A Better Question

• Michael Shepherd — Lust vs. Love: Knowing the Difference

• Dean Thompson — Practical Steps to Become the Kind of Person Worth Marrying

• Bengy Slocumb — How to Handle Heartbreak with Grace

• Joshua Cantrell — What Respect Looks Like in a Relationship

Kerry Duke - Fine Tuning: Islam

This movement of two billion people is no longer “over there.” It is here and it is growing. Preachers a generation ago rarely preached on Islam, but now Muslims are in our schools, our neighborhoods, and our government. What is Islam—a religion, a system of government, or both? This class will look at what is at the core of this aggressive ideology.

Brainstorming Panel: Eyes Wide Open—Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the Local Congregation

Coordinator: Daniel Stearsman

Panelists:

• Chad Tagtow

• Billy Camp

• Joshua Posey

• Josh Robinson

David Sproule - The Growth That Happens When You Stop Keeping Score in the Home

Glenn Colley - Toolbox: Case Studies in Shepherding—Presentation of Solutions (1b)

Robby Eversole Sr. - Answering Honest Questions About the Church

Questions about the church are not a threat — they are an opportunity. This class will examine thoughtful questions about the identity, authority, unity, and mission of the church, answering them carefully from Scripture. By engaging these questions openly, we strengthen both conviction and confidence.

Bengy Slocumb - What We Learn from Jesus as an Adult Son (John 2)

Melvin Otey - Lukan Models of Faith: Zacchaeus—A Model Prospect

Don Blackwell - What It Means to Be Brave When Courage Gets You Labeled

Standing for truth often comes with social cost. This lesson explores courage without aggression and conviction without bitterness.

Stacey Grant - The Huge Spirit of the Small Church (cf. 1 Samuel 14:6)

Nathan Liddell - Was Paul Crazy?

This lesson examines Paul's statement in Acts 26:25 that he is speaking words of truth and rationality. We talk about the idea that Christianity is rational and all rational people should be Christians.

David Smith - What Happens When the World God Made Tries to Live Without Him

Michael Houts - There Still Isn't Anyone out There

Cody McCoy - The Lord Was with Joseph: Faithfulness in Unchosen Seasons (Genesis 39)

Parker Webster - The Things God Wants You to Drop (Hebrews 12:1)

Eric Garner - Don't Be Caught Co-signing with Sin

Wade Webster - 21st-Century Challenges for Every Christian: Raise Your Expectations of Holiness

“Good enough” isn’t a spiritual standard. God still expects His people to be different (1 Peter 1:15–16).

Steve Higginbotham - Why Most People Don’t Need a Debate—They Need a Christian Who Makes Sense

Gary Massey - Things the Bible Never Apologizes For: Commands Without Explanations

Scotty Sparks - People Problems Every Deacon Faces (and How to Handle Them Well)

Billy Camp - Becoming the Kind of Christian People Feel Safe Around (Without Becoming Soft on Truth)

Bengy Slocumb - When Heaven Interrupted Earth: The Angel at Nazareth (Luke 1:26–38)

Tim Burroughs - The Prayer God Refused (2 Samuel 12): Divine Love in Hard Answers

We live in a day when many assume if God loves us, He will always give the answer we want. God’s refusal of David’s prayer was not a failure of love, but an expression of divine holiness, fatherly discipline, and redemptive wisdom.

Jeremy Pate - How to Build a Faith That Withstands a Skeptical Culture

Caleb Colley - Engaging the Skeptics on the Soul: Are There Strong Arguments Against the Reality of the Soul?

Critics of the biblical doctrine of the soul have suggested a number of reasons why we should not believe that we have a soul. How can a biblical theist respond to these objections?

B.J. Clarke - Why Religion Is Not Making You Happy

Bob Blouin - Post Traumatic Stress and the Bible: Now That You’ve Got It, What Do You Do with It?

Turning PTS into Positive Teaching from the Scriptures. We will explore how God has provided help for the hurting and hope for the hopeless.

Jeff Miller - Scientific Evidences Supporting a Young Earth

Alleged evidence for an old Earth and Universe is often touted in the secular community. Are there evidences in support of a young Earth/Universe?

David Sproule - Hot Button Issues: The New Tolerance: When Speaking the Truth Feels Like Hate

How to stand firm when moral clarity is labeled intolerance — equipping Christians to defend truth with grace in hostile spaces.

Hurry Back Session: Tech Solutions Panel - Social Media Ministry

Panelists:

• Josh Robinson

• Paul Mays

• Dan Fraley

Michael Shepherd - You Ought to Be Teachers by Now (Hebrews 5:12-14)

Time in Christ creates obligation. Hebrews uses spiritual immaturity as a rebuke, not a diagnosis.

Freddie Klein - Living Virtuously in a Sexualized World

This lesson will provide frank, biblically grounded teaching on sexual temptation, pornography, marriage, and godly self-control in a culture saturated with sexual messaging.

Jon Burnett - A Biblical Look at Just War Theory

B. J. Clarke - What Comes After the Moment You Wish Had Never Happened?

Failure feels permanent when it’s public. This session tackles shame, regret, and the lie that one moment defines your faith forever.

Bob Stancell - Between the Testaments 1: Medes and Persians

Jeff Archey - It Is More Blessed to Give Than to Receive: The Scripture

This initial lesson focuses on Acts 20:32-35 and to also see the traits of the Greatest Giver of all and how we are receivers should view that which comes from God. This is part one of three—a seminar on stewardship.

Andy Baker - 21st-Century Challenges for Every Christian: Build Community in a Crowd of Followers

Thousands of connections cannot replace one real friend in Christ (Acts 2:44–47).

Melvin Otey - Lukan Models of Faith: Philip—A Model Leader

Caleb Rutherford - Two for One: The Two Sides of Courage - The Courage to Stand Up When Everyone Else Sits Down

Moral bravery, convictions, and being the lone voice.

Bengy Slocumb - Two for One: The Two Sides of Courage - The Courage to Sit Down When Everyone Else Stands Up

Humility, restraint, walking away from drama, and refusing revenge.

Dan Winkler - Identifying and Destroying Spiritual Blind Spots: A Practical Exploration of Nathan’s Parable in 2 Samuel 12

Caleb Colley - Engaging the Skeptics on Ethics: Does the Bible Give Absolute Rules or Only Conditional Rules?

Skeptics suggest that the Bible could not consistently give rules that apply at all times. Allegedly, life involves so many competing values and interests that every moral rule must be conditional. How can the biblical theist respond to this criticism?

Steve Higginbotham - Breaking Generational Chains: The Gospel That Starts a New Family Story

Some inherit wealth; others inherit wounds. This message traces stories like Josiah (2 Kings 22) and Timothy (2 Timothy 1:5) — Christians who started over spiritually and changed their family’s future by saying, “It stops with me.”

Panel: Does Providence Have a Place in Missions Today? Should Missionaries Lean on Providence? Do They? What if a Missionary Works Against God? Can That Happen?

Seven Minutes of Wisdom: Weighing the Pros and Cons

Speakers and topics:

• Mike Vestal — to Hire and Fire Preachers (Acting Too Quickly or Not at All)

• Glenn Colley — to Incur Excessive Debt or to Store up Excessive Wealth

• Wade Webster — to Diminish or Reduce Worship Assemblies

• Steve Johnson — Methods That Prefer Micromanagement to Delegation

• Roger Comstock — to Silence All Criticism Because of Negative Input (or Reactions) in the Past

• Justin Morton — to Continue Ministries, Activities, and Programs Without Assessments and Modifications over Time

Rob Whitacre - How to Overcome Difficult Questions in Evangelism: "Are You Saying My Family Member Went to Hell?"

Knowing how to respond, when to respond, and what to say is critical during Bible studies. Come and learn how to deal with the most difficult questions. Your answer weighs heavily on people's eternal souls.

Austin Fowler - Bible Marking Class: God’s Big Story in 20 Passages

Ross Haffner - Maintaining Holiness Consistently (Genesis 39:1-15)

Bob Blouin - Post Traumatic Stress and the Bible: Slaying the Dragons Within

God has given you a body that reacts normally when an abnormal event disrupts your life. We will look at some symptoms of traumatic stress that affect ones thinking, recognizing that even the Christian may experience crises.

Jeremy Pate - Morning Marriage Class: The Romance of Romans--The Oddest Couple

Tagillima Esene - The Requirements for Bridge Building (From Contact to Prospect to Bible Study)

Dave Miller - Islam, the Quran, and Christianity: May Christians and Muslims Agree?

This session pinpoints the #1 unresolvable conflict between Christianity and Islam—making the two religions completely incompatible.

Eric Garner - Hot Button Issues: Faith in the Age of Conspiracy Theories

Christians have always believed in unseen realities—but what happens when that turns into distrust, rumor, and speculation? A call back to sober-minded faith.

Freddie Klein - The Myth of Neutrality--Why There Is No Morally or Spiritually Neutral Ground

This lesson will cover how choices, even passive ones, shape faith and character.

Cliff Goodwin - The Verses We Read Too Quickly: God Is Not Mocked (Galatians 6:7-9)

Chad Tagtow - AI: The Ugly

Jeff Miller - Apologetics and Evangelism: Two Sides of the Same Coin

Some Christians argue that apologetics is “interesting” but an optional pursuit for the Christian. It isn’t as important as evangelism. Is that what Scripture teaches?

Daniel Burton - The Weight of a Split Second: A Warning About Social Drinking

Mark Posey - Late Night Sermon Outlines: Some of My Favorites

Ande Zimmerman - Partnering with Parents Without Overstepping

Mike Vestal - Great Sermons of the Past: “Behold the Christ” (V.P. Black)

David Looney - Four Promises in Scripture for Widowed Christians

Chad Tagtow - AI: The Bad

Glenn Colley - Some Questions I Have Been Asked

Drew Kizer - What We Can Learn About Restoration from Peter’s Awkward Beach Breakfast? (John 21)

The secret to restoration is recommitment to obedience, renewed love, and reinvigorated service.

Billy Camp - How to Talk to Those Who Are Deconstructing Their Faith

Eric Garner - Jesus, the Optometrist—He Changes How We See

Glenn Colley - Jesus, the Infectious Disease Specialist—He Cleanses What’s Contagious

Scattered Abroad Network Panel: The Book of Jude in 30 Minutes

Allen Webster - NextGenBible: Psalm 25--Where Could I Go but to the Lord?

Jamie Long - Effective Communication Between Missionaries and Supporters

Chad Tagtow - AI: The Good

Allen Webster - NextGenBible: Psalm 24--Above the Bright Blue

Ernest Vilchez - Teaching English to Teach Christ–-with Great Results

Rob Whitacre - How to Get Membership Involvement

Evangelism does not work as God intended if it's not congregational. How do we break the 80/20 culture and get every member involved? Come and See.

Dave Miller - Islam, the Quran, and Christianity: Is the Quran the Word of God?

This session provides detailed proof that the Quran has been heavily influenced by the Jewish folklore contained in the Talmud. It also examines verses from the Quran that advocate polygamy as well as the advancement of Islam via violence.

Allen Webster - NextGenBible: Psalm 22--God's Lamb in the Devil's Zoo

Gage Coldwater - Handling Enemies on the Mission Field

Rob Whitacre - Tactics for Evangelizing Jehovah's Witnesses

Speaking with Jehovah's Witnesses is much easier than you might think—as long as you avoid a few pitfalls that they are prepared for. Learn how to easily and quickly teach them the truth from their own Bibles, with compassion and love.

Dave Miller - Islam, the Quran, and Christianity: Who Was Muhammad and What Is Islam?

This session provides a summary of Muhammad’s life and sets forth the “Five Pillars” of Islam, including the components of Mosque worship. It also relates various aspects of Muhammad’s personal life—including his purported trip to heaven.

Allen Webster - NextGenBible: Psalm 21--The King's King

Kyle Butt - Why Can't We Find Peace?

Allen Webster - NextGenBible: Psalm 20--Send Help

Gage Coldwater - The God Who Goes Before Us: Providence and Missions

Drew Kizer - Sufficient Grace: A Christian Perspective on Chronic Illness (Part 2)

God provides hope, resilience, and strength in weakness for those who suffer from chronic illnesses. These lessons discuss the reason for illness and how to cope with it. This will be helpful for those who are suffering and anyone trying to encourage them.

Allen Webster - NextGenBible: Psalm 17--The Apple of God's Eye

Joey Treat - I Can Move Mountains. Can You?

Most Christians believe Jesus' words, but few expect to see mountains moved. Why? What did Jesus mean when He said faith could move mountains? Was He describing miraculous power that belonged only to the apostles, or is there a timeless lesson for every Christian? Can ordinary believers really accomplish what seems impossible? Let's discover what Jesus meant and what these powerful words mean for us today.

Drew Kizer - Sufficient Grace: A Christian Perspective on Chronic Illness (Part 1)

God provides hope, resilience, and strength in weakness for those who suffer from chronic illnesses. These lessons discuss the reason for illness and how to cope with it. This will be helpful for those who are suffering and anyone trying to encourage them.

Ernest Vilchez - The Spirit of Bayanihan: Working Together in God’s Kingdom

Allen Webster - NextGenBible: Psalm 15--Thomas Jefferson's Favorite Psalm

This class counts as part of the PTP/GST partnership for those desiring to take classes for credit.

Dan Winkler - Jesus, the Great Physician