Polishing the Pulpit - Branson 2026: Full Schedule

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9:00am CDT

Did the Sun Really Stand Still? And Other Curious Bible Questions

Thursday July 16, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT

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Speakers

Eric Lyons

Thursday July 16, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
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Scholars' Think Tank

10:00am CDT

Living a Life of Purpose: Finding Meaning and Direction in God's Plan

Thursday July 16, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

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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 →

Thursday July 16, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
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Young Adults

11:00am CDT

How to Master the English Bible: Discovering Bible Mastery

Thursday July 16, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am CDT

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Speakers

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 →

Thursday July 16, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
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Members

12:30pm CDT

Nuts and Bolts -- Tech Solutions Panel: Media & Apps for Church Use

Thursday July 16, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm CDT

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Panelists: Josh Robinson, Daniel Webster, Michael Clarke

Bring your questions as our panel of experienced tech-minded Christians discusses practical media and app solutions for congregational use. This session will focus on purpose, simplicity, and wise stewardship—helping churches understand what tools are helpful, what are unnecessary, and how technology can best support the work of the local church.

Speakers

Josh Robinson

Manna Project and Uplift Media

Josh Robinson is the Director of Communications for the Manna Project. Josh is also experienced in video and media production and operates Uplift Media, helping the church reach the lost online. Josh is a part-time instructor at the Georgia School of Theology (teaching technology... Read More →

Daniel Webster

Associate/Youth Minister, Mabelvale Church of Christ

Daniel is originally from Jacksonville, Alabama. (Some would call him an obnoxious Alabama fan.) He graduated from the Memphis School of Preaching and Amridge University and is currently finishing up (i.e., "stressing through") three master's degrees (Master’s of Divinity, Master’s... Read More →

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 →

Thursday July 16, 2026 12:30pm - 1:15pm CDT
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Ministry

1:30pm CDT

How Jesus, Paul, and the Prophets Used Logic—And Why We Should, Too

Thursday July 16, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT

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There is a prevalent idea circulating in religious groups that Christianity is not based on reason and logic, but on faith and belief. In reality, biblical faith and belief should never be separated from proper reasoning and logical thinking. Paul stated that he spoke the words of "truth and reason" (Acts 26:25). "Truth" is how things really are. "Reason" is correct thinking about the truth. Christians are called to hold firmly to both.

Speakers

Kyle Butt

Thursday July 16, 2026 1:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
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Preachers

2:15pm CDT

Roman Emperors from A to Z (Augustus to Zeno): Claudius

Thursday July 16, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm CDT

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Speakers

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 →

Thursday July 16, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm CDT
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History

3:00pm CDT

Are the Nag Hammadi Codices Inspired Scripture?

Thursday July 16, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

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Speakers

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 →

Thursday July 16, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
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Evidence

3:45pm CDT

How to Grow Without a Budget: Outreach Strategies Small Churches Can Actually Do

Thursday July 16, 2026 3:45pm - 4:30pm CDT

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Growth doesn’t require money — it requires intentionality. This session offers simple, repeatable evangelism habits any congregation can implement immediately.

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