Polishing the Pulpit - Branson 2026: Full Schedule

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9:00am CDT

NextGenBible: Studies in 2 Peter 2: Spotting the Wolves - Understanding the Strategies of False Teachers (2:1-3)

Wednesday July 15, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT

Ballroom A

By analyzing false teachers' methods and motives, Christians are equipped to safeguard their faith.

Speakers

Allen Webster

Wednesday July 15, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Ballroom A

Textual

10:00am CDT

NextGenBible: Studies in 2 Peter 2: This Doesn't End Well - The Future of False Teachers (2:4-9)

Wednesday July 15, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

Ballroom A

Peter examines biblical examples of the ultimate destinies of false teachers.

Speakers

Allen Webster

Wednesday July 15, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Ballroom A

Textual

11:00am CDT

NextGenBible: Studies in 2 Peter 2: Bait and Switch -- The Allure of False Teachers and Their Sins (2:10-17)

Wednesday July 15, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am CDT

Ballroom A

What makes false teachers so appealing to God's people? This session will examine the dangers of being led astray by enticing messages and lifestyle choices that smooth talking teachers peddle.

Speakers

Allen Webster

Wednesday July 15, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Ballroom A

Textual

1:30pm CDT

Bible Villains: Balaam -- The Prophet for Profit

Wednesday July 15, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT

Ballroom A

“There are none so Blind, as those who refuse to see,” might well have been said of Balaam, the Prophet for Profit. From his refusal to follow what he already knew, to his inability to see the Angel, to his self-destructive sin, Balam persisted in doing what he knew was wrong. New Testament Christians often seem perplexed as to why he persisted in his ways. The question before us is, can we learn from him? Are we ever affected by the same willful blindness? If we are, what is the remedy? Join Mark Weaver as we go on a sad but fascinating journey into the all too human heart of the mad prophet.

Speakers

Mark Weaver

Mark Weaver graduated from the West Virginia School of Preaching in 2001. He began his preaching career there, presenting lessons on 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 in... Read More →

Wednesday July 15, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Ballroom A

Members

2:15pm CDT

Go Deep! How Original Languages Help to Clarify Our Understanding of Spiritual Concepts: “Faith” Conveys Important Subjective and Objective Truths

Wednesday July 15, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm CDT

Ballroom A

Speakers

Justin Rogers

Dean, College of Biblical Studies, Freed-Hardeman University

Dr. Justin Rogers is a graduate of Freed-Hardeman University (B.A. in Biblical Studies with an emphasis in New Testament Greek; M.A. in New Testament) and Hebrew Union College—Jewish Institute of Religion (M.Phil; Ph.D). Since 2010 he has served as a professor and administrator... Read More →

Wednesday July 15, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm CDT
Ballroom A

Textual

3:00pm CDT

What the Spirit Does — and What He Does Not Do — in Christian Prayer (Romans 8:26-27)

Wednesday July 15, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

Ballroom A

This session will cover boundaries in Christian prayer.

Speakers

Don Blackwell

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

Wednesday July 15, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Ballroom A

Doctrine Textual

3:45pm CDT

Brainstorming Panel: Bigger Men for a Greater Church -- Correcting the Leadership Crisis. Long-term Plans to Prepare Qualified, Trained, and Mentored Men to Take the Helm in Coming Decades

Wednesday July 15, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm CDT

Ballroom A

Coordinator: Kevin Rhodes
Panelists: Mark Reynolds, Gary Hampton, Tim Togami, Keden Shrum

Speakers

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 →

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 →

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 →

Tim Togami

Keden Shrum

Preaching Minister, Rison church of Christ

Keden Shrum has served as the pulpit minister for the Rison church of Christ in Rison, Arkansas, since June 2022. A graduate of the Brown Trail School of Preaching, he entered full-time ministry in 2015 after the passing of his father, whose faithful example greatly influenced his... Read More →

Wednesday July 15, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm CDT
Ballroom A

Contemporary Issues Ministry

8:30pm CDT

Teen/Pre-Teen Late Night: Brian Reaves - Comedy and Magic Show

Wednesday July 15, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm CDT

Ballroom A

Led by: Daniela Cantrell, Joshua Cantrell

Preteens (ages 10-12) must have adult supervision. Teen parents may attend.

Please follow the dress code. NO SHORTS. Joggers, sweatpants, and jeans are acceptable.

The event is free.

Speakers

Daniela 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 →

Wednesday July 15, 2026 8:30pm - 10:30pm CDT
Ballroom A

Teen/Pre-Teen Late Night