Polishing the Pulpit - Branson 2026: Full Schedule

3:45pm CDT

Building a Spiritual Routine That Lasts: Daily Disciplines That Help You Stay Grounded in Faith

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

Speakers

Eric Garner

Evangelist, East Ridge church of Christ

Eric D. Garner is a native of Chattanooga, TN and privileged to be married to his beautiful wife Daljuania (Del-wana) who blessed him with two wonderful and lovely daughters, Aiyana (I-yana), and Leilani (Lay-lani). He began preaching the gospel of Christ in 2009 and served the Avondale... Read More →

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

New Christians Spiritual Growth

11:00am CDT

How the Church Helps When Life Falls Apart: Understanding the Spiritual, Emotional, and Practical Support of God’s People

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

Short Creek 4

Speakers

Mark Reynolds

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

Thursday July 16, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Short Creek 4

New Christians

11:00am CDT

Temptation, Traps, and Turning Back to God: How to Handle Mistakes, Doubts, and Spiritual Struggles Early in Your Walk

Friday July 17, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am CDT

Short Creek 4

Speakers

Billy Hayes

minister, 70 West church of Christ

Billy Hayes for the 70 West church of Christ in Hot Springs, AR. He is a 2005 graduate of the Memphis
school of Preaching and has been married to the lovely Brandi Hayes for 21 years. They have 2 daughter, Emma (19) and Chloe (15). Billy has also spent time directing youth camps in Alabama and Texas for 15 years... Read More →

Friday July 17, 2026 11:00am - 11:30am CDT
Short Creek 4

New Christians

9:00am CDT

Your First 40 Days in the Wilderness

Saturday July 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT

Short Creek 4

Jesus used Scripture to resist Satan’s temptations in the wilderness, setting a valuable example for new Christians. However, this requires sufficient Bible knowledge in many areas. This session will present a useful study resource to strengthen and prepare new Christians for their new walk of faith.

Speakers

Troy Spradlin

Comenzó a servir como predicador en Margaret Street church of Christ en julio de 2017. Previamente, él y su esposa, Andrea, sirvieron como misioneros en Paraguay, desde el año 2010 hasta 2017. Es graduado de Southwest School of Biblical Studies en Austin, Texas, y también obtuvo... Read More →

Saturday July 18, 2026 9:00am - 9:45am CDT
Short Creek 4

New Christians

10:00am CDT

Growing Pains: Understanding Spiritual Transformation and How to Persevere Through It

Saturday July 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT

Roark Creek

As Christians, our spiritual growth only begins at conversion. We are called to walk daily with the Lord, growing as His people in maturity and bearing fruit. Let's examine the nature of spiritual transformation.

Speakers

Gantt Carter

Gantt married Julie in 2013, and they have two children: Rose and Jedidiah. He grew up in the Southeastern states, attending the Middle TN School of Preaching. He began preaching full-time in 2011, and he has served with the 2nd & Adams congregation (Elk City, OK) since 2016.

Saturday July 18, 2026 10:00am - 10:45am CDT
Roark Creek

New Christians Spiritual Growth

2:15pm CDT

Feeling Alone in the Church? Here's How to Overcome Isolation and Find Your Spiritual Circle

Saturday July 18, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm CDT

Cooper Creek 1/2

Speakers

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 →

Saturday July 18, 2026 2:15pm - 2:45pm CDT
Cooper Creek 1/2

New Christians

3:00pm CDT

How Does God Give Assurance?

Sunday July 19, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT

Roark Creek

Speakers

Aaron Gallagher

Director of Production and Social Media Marketing, Gospel Broadcasting Network

Aaron Gallagher works for The Gospel Broadcasting Network and is a deacon at the Southaven church of Christ in Southaven, MS. Aaron came to work for GBN after working in the Scientific Research Lab Automation field for 10 years. Aaron obtained a B.S. degree in Biology and a Minor... Read More →

Sunday July 19, 2026 3:00pm - 3:45pm CDT
Roark Creek

New Christians