Preachers in Training with Robert Hatfield
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“Coronavirus: Preaching to a Screen” with Dale Jenkins (Preachers in Training S11E13)
April 09, 2020 07:00 - 47 minutes - 44.4 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 13 for Thursday, April 9, 2020 COVID-19 has presented unique challenges to preaching and ministry. As preachers adjust to preaching into cameras over YouTube, Facebook Live, or Zoom, many of us are struggling to feel as though we have made a connection between our message and those who are listening, […]
“Coronavirus: Engaging the Youth Group” with Jerry Elder (Preachers in Training S11E12)
April 02, 2020 07:00 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 12 for Thursday, April 2, 2020 How can we continue to minister to young people while we are isolated at home due to the coronavirus? Jerry Elder stops by to discuss what he and others are doing to reach the youth group during these unprecedented times. Jerry Elder is the […]
“Coronavirus: Ministering to the Community” with Matt Wallin (Preachers in Training S11E11)
March 26, 2020 07:00 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 11 for Thursday, March 26, 2020 Matt Wallin joins Robert to discuss practical ways that we can minister to our communities throughout the coronavirus. Matt works for House to House, Heart to Heart and also serves as a deacon in the Lord’s church. Links House to House, Heart to Heart […]
“Reaching Out to Newcomers” with Barton Kizer (Preachers in Training S11E10)
March 19, 2020 07:00 - 53 minutes - 49.6 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 10 for Thursday, March 19, 2020 Barton Kizer has been both an international and domestic missionary for the past decade. Today, he shares some of his experience and research to help us reach newcomers to our community. We want to hear from you! Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) Subscription Links
“What is Biblical Preaching?” with Andy Brewster (Preachers in Training S11E9)
March 12, 2020 07:00 - 35 minutes - 33 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 9 for Thursday, March 12, 2020 Andy Brewster, preacher for the Charlotte Avenue church of Christ in Rock Hill, SC, discusses biblical preaching. Links WEBSITE: Charlotte Avenue church of Christ We want to hear from you! Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) Subscription Links
“How to Preach From the Old Testament, Part 2” with Mike Vestal (Preachers in Training S11E8)
March 05, 2020 08:00 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 8 for Thursday, March 5, 2020 Mike Vestal is back again this week for part 2 of our discussion on preaching from the Old Testament. Having established the value and purpose of preaching from the Old Testament on last week’s episode, this episode focuses on what Mike calls “homiletic bungee […]
“How to Preach From the Old Testament, Part 1” with Mike Vestal (Preachers in Training S11E7)
February 27, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32.5 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 7 for Thursday, February 27, 2020 The Old Testament is important, and we ought to demonstrate that in our preaching, using it for its intended purpose (Romans 15:4; 1 Corinthians 10:11), without binding the Law that was nailed to the cross. On this episode (part 1 of 2), Mike Vestal […]
“How to Preach Apologetically” with Eric Lyons (Preachers in Training S11E6)
February 20, 2020 08:00 - 27 minutes - 25.7 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 6 for Thursday, February 20, 2020 Eric Lyons has served as a full-time member of the Bible department of Apologetics Press since 2001. He joins Robert today to discuss apologetic preaching. Links Apologetics Press Website PODCAST: Preachers in Training S9E15: “Trends in Apologetics” with Jeff Miller, Ph.D. PODCAST: TLN Specials […]
“Preachers and Mental Health” Part 2, with Ron Williams (Preachers in Training S11E5)
February 06, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.8 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 5 for Thursday, February 6, 2020 This week, we continue our discussion with Ron Williams on the important topic of ministers and their mental health. Ron offers nine practical things to consider for your mental health. Links RonDonBooks.com — Helping the Hurting We want to hear from you! Email: [email protected] […]
“Preachers and Mental Health” Part 1, with Ron Williams (Preachers in Training S11E4)
January 30, 2020 08:00 - 50 minutes - 46.9 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 4 for Thursday, January 30, 2020 Ron Williams discusses the challenges to a minister’s mental health, and offers nine things a minister can do to enhance mental health. Links RonDonBooks.com — Helping the Hurting We want to hear from you! Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) Subscription Links
“Protecting & Prioritizing Your Marriage” with Westley Hazel (Preachers in Training S11E3)
January 23, 2020 08:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 3 for Thursday, January 23, 2020 Westley Hazel stops by to discuss a preacher’s marriage, and how we can work to find a healthy tension between ministry and marriage – without leaning toward extremes in either. Links Forest Park church of Christ in Valdosta, GA We want to hear from […]
“When a Skeptic Visits” with Forest Antemesaris (Preachers in Training S11E2)
January 16, 2020 08:00 - 39 minutes - 37 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 2 for Thursday, January 16, 2020 Forest Antemesaris discusses how the church – and especially the preacher – should treat skeptics who may be a guest at our worship services or Bible studies. Converted to Christ a year or so after an initial visit to a youth Bible class, Forest […]
“The Biblical Canon” with Dr. Justin Rogers (Preachers in Training S11E1)
January 10, 2020 08:00 - 33 minutes - 31.7 MBPreachers in Training Season 11, Episode 1 for Thursday, January 9, 2020 On this episode, Dr. Justin Rogers, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies at Freed-Hardeman University, and Director of the FHU Graduate School of Theology, discusses the criteria for a document to be considered for the canon of Scripture and why such a topic is important […]
“Where Do You Turn for Encouragement?” with Jeff Archey (Preachers in Training S10E14)
December 19, 2019 08:00 - 44 minutes - 36.2 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 14 for Thursday, December 19, 2019 Jeff Archey, the new speaker for the International Gospel Hour, stops by the podcast to discuss where preachers can turn when they need encouragement. Jeff offers extremely practical advice, noting that “God will open a greater door than the one brethren may have shut.” […]
“Ministering to the Suffering” with John Board (Preachers in Training S10E13)
December 12, 2019 08:00 - 42 minutes - 20.3 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 13 for Thursday, December 12, 2019 John Board, preacher for the Elizabethtown church of Christ in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, shares his real-life experience, and the lessons he has learned in ministering to people in times of suffering. In addition to offering helpful tips and tools, John discusses the need to monitor […]
“Ministering to Addiction” with Ben Hayes (Preachers in Training S10E12)
November 28, 2019 08:00 - 43 minutes - 40.9 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 12 for Thursday, November 28, 2019 Ben Hayes, pulpit minister for the Highland Park church of Christ in Muscle Shoals, Alabama and licensed counsellor, joins Robert to discuss what preachers can do to minister to those who are addicted. “Love people where they are, but love them enough not to […]
“Ministering to Those in Prison” with Ryan Cowan, DDS (Preachers in Training S10E11)
November 21, 2019 08:00 - 51 minutes - 24.2 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 11 for Thursday, November 21, 2019 Dr. Ryan Cowan, a dentist who lives in Texas, has been involved with prison ministry for a decade. On this episode, he shares six things he has learned about preaching to prisoners. Links Granbury Street church of Christ in Cleburne, TX Defending the Faith […]
“Preaching a Biblical Worldview” with Steve Miller (Preachers in Training S10E10)
November 14, 2019 08:00 - 34 minutes - 16.6 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 10 for Thursday, November 14, 2019 Steve Miller, the minister of spiritual growth at the church of Christ at Gold Hill Road, is on this episode to discuss preaching the biblical worldview. Links Church of Christ at Gold Hill Road Contact Steve Miller about his new book, Between Sundays. We […]
“Long Distance Evangelism” (Preachers in Training S10E9)
November 07, 2019 08:00 - 38 minutes - 31.8 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 9 for Thursday, November 7, 2019 A listener submitted the following: “People are always saying that the internet isn’t a great place to have a Bible study, but sometimes you really don’t have an option.” On this episode, Robert discusses the benefits of digital evangelism, and how such can be […]
“The Joy of Preaching” (Preachers in Training S10E8)
October 24, 2019 07:00 - 20 minutes - 10.2 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 8 for Thursday, October 24, 2019 Why do you love preaching? Could the joy you place in preaching be misdirected? Sometimes preachers will indicate that they love preaching because they love the act of preaching, or they enjoy the Bible study, or they love working with people. But what do […]
“Four Things to Teach Unbelievers” with Hiram Kemp (Preachers in Training S10E7)
September 19, 2019 07:00 - 32 minutes - 15.9 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 7 for Thursday, September 19, 2019 Hiram Kemp walks us through Paul’s Areopagus sermon in Acts 17 to highlight four things that we need to teach unbelievers. We want to hear from you! Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) Subscription Links
“Handling Public Disagreements” with Wayne Jones (Preachers in Training S10E6)
September 12, 2019 07:00 - 49 minutes - 23.6 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 6 for Thursday, September 12, 2019 Wayne Jones sat down with Robert to discuss handling public disagreements. After defining some terms, Wayne challenges all of us with several practical tips for working toward unity with brothers and sisters in Christ. Episode Resources University church of Christ in San Marcos, TX […]
“How to Leave Gracefully” with Jerrie Barber (Preachers in Training S10E5)
September 05, 2019 07:00 - 33 minutes - 16 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 5 for Thursday, September 5, 2019 As an interim minister, Jerrie Barber has become very well acquainted with leaving congregations. He and his wife have served 8 congregations in the last 12 years through that important interim work. Today, he joins Robert to discuss the five things a leaving preacher […]
“A Preacher and His Money” with Dale Hubbert (Preachers in Training S10E4)
August 29, 2019 07:00 - 50 minutes - 23.8 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 4 for Thursday, August 29, 2019 Dale Hubbert has worked in financial services for several years, and he is currently employed by a wealth management firm in Madison, AL. Dale is a father of three children and grandfather of 4. He also has experience in being a preacher and in […]
“Keeping Preaching Simple” with Wayne Rodgers (Preachers in Training S10E3)
August 22, 2019 07:00 - 41 minutes - 20 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 3 for Thursday, August 22, 2019 Wayne Rodgers discusses the heart of the gospel that we preach, and encourages all preachers to maintain focus in our sermons. “We’re not just preparing sermons to get up and preach,” Wayne says, “we’re studying to change ourselves.” Links Eastside church of Christ (Maryville, […]
“Helping the Church Understand the Biblical Role of a Preacher” with Phil Sanders (Preachers in Training S10E2)
August 15, 2019 07:00 - 44 minutes - 21 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 2 for Thursday, August 15, 2019 A preacher fills not just one role, but an abundance of roles within a local congregation. Phil Sanders served as a local minister for 38 years, and he joins Robert today to discuss how we can help the church understand our place in the […]
“Polish or Passion?” with Bill Burk (Preachers in Training S10E1)
August 08, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 19.3 MBPreachers in Training Season 10, Episode 1 for Thursday, August 8, 2019 Welcome to season 10 of Preachers in Training! We begin this season with a listener request. Could being too polished make you less effective? Bill Burk and Robert Hatfield weigh the pros and cons of polish and passion on this episode. “A preacher needs […]
[Encore Episode] “PREACHERS SEARCHING FOR PULPITS” with Dale Jenkins (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S5E1)
August 01, 2019 07:00 - 43 minutes - 36.7 MBPreachers in Training Season 5, Episode 1 for Thursday, January 12, 2017 Dale Jenkins offers six things for preachers to consider when they are searching for a pulpit. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training The Scoops Blog from The Jenkins Institute “Preachers Moving – When, Why, and How” with Adam Faughn (Preachers in […]
[Encore Episode] “WHEN TO REPREACH A SERMON” WITH TONY LAWRENCE (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S4E12)
July 25, 2019 07:00 - 40 minutes - 35 MBPreachers in Training Season 4, Episode 12 for Thursday, November 10, 2016 Tony Lawrence has served as the preacher for the Bybee Branch church of Christ in McMinnville, TN for over 30 years. He joins Robert on this episode to discuss when it is time to repreach a sermon or cover the same topic at the […]
[Encore Episode] “MIKE WINKLER OFFERS TIPS FOR VISITING” (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S5E7)
July 18, 2019 07:00 - 37 minutes - 31.2 MBPreachers in Training Season 5, Episode 7 for Thursday, February 23, 2017 Mike Winkler discusses visiting: the motivation behind making visits, the types of visits preachers should make, when to visit, and suggestions for visiting. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training Winkler Publications Madison church of Christ (Madison, AL) Your Feedback Email: […]
[Encore Episode] “MINISTERIAL COUNSELING” WITH LONNIE JONES (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S5E3)
July 11, 2019 07:00 - 51 minutes - 43.8 MBPreachers in Training Season 5, Episode 3 for Thursday, January 26, 2017 Lonnie Jones discusses tips for ministerial counseling, particularly for preachers who do not have formal training in counseling. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training “When Preachers Counsel” (Preachers in Training S2E6) TLN: Stop Domestic Violence Out of the Shadows by Patrick Carnes […]
[Encore Episode] “HOW TO LISTEN TO A SERMON” WITH DAVID SPROULE (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S6E1)
July 04, 2019 07:00 - 37 minutes - 33.3 MBPreachers in Training Season 6, Episode 1 for Thursday, August 10, 2017 David Sproule discusses why it is important for preachers to listen to other preachers preach, and offers tips for how to maximize your time at a lectureship or conference. David is one of the ministers at the Palm Beach Lakes church of Christ in […]
[Encore Episode] “WHEN THE FORMER PREACHER STAYS” WITH JUSTIN PASCHALL (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S5E16)
June 27, 2019 07:00 - 36 minutes - 29.7 MBPreachers in Training Season 5, Episode 16 for Thursday, April 27, 2017 Justin Paschall preaches in Ripley, Tennessee, where the beloved brother Robert Taylor preached for several decades. Justin describes the relationship he has with brother Taylor and offers suggestions for preachers who find themselves preaching where the former preacher stayed. Links Click here for all […]
[Encore Episode] “YOUTH MINISTRY” WITH JERRY ELDER (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S5E18)
June 20, 2019 07:00 - 47 minutes - 38.8 MBPreachers in Training Season 5, Episode 18 for Thursday, May 11, 2017 Robert discusses the ins and outs of youth ministry with Jerry Elder. They discuss different philosophies about youth ministry, how youth ministry has changed over the years, safe-guards that youth ministries need to have in place, and how to effectively incorporate social media into […]
[Encore Episode] “MAKING TIME FOR PERSONAL BIBLE STUDY” with Brad McNutt (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S4E4)
June 13, 2019 07:00 - 35 minutes - 31.9 MBPreachers in Training Season 4, Episode 4 for Thursday, September 1, 2016 Brad McNutt, host of The Book Club on TLN and the preacher for the Walnut Grove church of Christ in Benton, KY, comes on Preachers in Training to discuss the preacher’s personal Bible study. Brad makes the case for why personal Bible study is so […]
[Encore Episode] “BALANCING MINISTRY AND FAMILY” with Brandon Britton (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S5E2)
June 06, 2019 07:00 - 42 minutes - 36.8 MBPreachers in Training Season 5, Episode 2 for Thursday, January 19, 2017 Brandon Britton, who serves the Lake City church of Christ in Lake City, FL, offers four tips for balancing your ministry and your family. Links Click here for all episodes of Preachers in Training Your Feedback Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) If you enjoyed […]
“How to Love People Who Don’t Love You” with Steve Higginbotham (Preachers in Training S9E18)
May 23, 2019 07:00 - 39 minutes - 18.8 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 18 for Thursday, May 23, 2019 Steve Higginbotham, preacher for the Karns church of Christ and instructor for the Southeast Institute of Biblical Studies, offers three practical things to consider when there are people who don’t seem to like you as the preacher. “Those who dislike us are more than […]
“The Height of Humility” featuring Tom Holland (Preachers in Training S9E17)
May 17, 2019 07:00 - 53 minutes - 25.3 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 17 for Thursday, May 16, 2019 On this episode of Preachers in Training, we study humility from a man who modeled it so well. Tom Holland went on to his reward a few weeks ago. We are indebted to the Memphis School of Preaching for allowing us to feature this […]
“When Preachers and Song Leaders Collaborate” with Gary Jenkins (Preachers in Training S9E16)
May 02, 2019 07:00 - 49 minutes - 23.3 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 16 for Thursday, May 2, 2019 This week’s listener-requested topic deals with preachers coordinating with song leaders to plan a worship service that coordinates around a central theme. Gary Jenkins, co-host of Bountiful: the Heart of Money Management and Late Night at TLN, is a wonderful song leader for the […]
“Trends in Apologetics” with Dr. Jeff Miller (Preachers in Training S9E15)
April 25, 2019 07:00 - 42 minutes - 20.4 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 15 for Thursday, April 25, 2019 In order to engage our culture while preaching the whole counsel of God, preachers must educate themselves on cultural trends, including scientific beliefs of the day. Dr. Jeff Miller, this week’s guest, spends most of his time speaking and writing to defend the truth […]
“It’s Monday. Now What?” with Jon MItchell (Preachers in Training S9E14)
April 18, 2019 07:00 - 39 minutes - 18.9 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 14 for Thursday, April 18, 2019 It’s Monday morning, and you’re descending from the spiritual high that was Sunday. Or, perhaps you’re trying to bring yourself back up after a difficult day ministering to God’s people. From whichever perspective, you may find yourself asking, “Now what do I do?” Jon […]
“Working with Other Generations” with Caleb Colley (Preachers in Training S9E13)
April 11, 2019 07:00 - 41 minutes - 20 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 13 for Thursday, April 11, 2019 As preachers, we are tasked with the solemn responsibility to minister to everyone – not merely to those with whom we can more easily relate or to those who are closer to our age. How can we work with and serve Christians of other […]
“Five Things Bi-vocational Preachers Should Remember” with Denny Howell (Preachers in Training S9E12)
April 04, 2019 07:00 - 33 minutes - 16 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 12 for Thursday, April 4, 2019 We hear from a lot of listeners who are “bi-vocational;” they work another job in addition to their preaching responsibilities. Denny Howell has been involved in “bi-vocational ministry” for quite some time (which means he actually has two full-time jobs!). On this episode, Denny […]
“A Day with Hiram Kemp” (Preachers in Training S9E11)
March 28, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 18.6 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 11 for Thursday, March 28, 2019 Hiram Kemp is an extremely busy preacher. On this week’s episode, Hiram shares his weekly workflow, providing details on how he keeps up with his studies, teaching, preaching, and other areas of ministry while also being a husband and father. Episode highlights include: null […]
“Leading God’s People Deeper into the Word” with Zack Martin (Preachers in Training S9E10)
March 21, 2019 07:00 - 48 minutes - 22.8 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 10 for Thursday, March 21, 2019 On this episode, Robert shares a recording from the 2019 GATHER Conference, held in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Zack Martin, the preacher for the Cedar Springs church of Christ in Louisville, Kentucky, spoke at GATHER 2019 on “Leading God’s People Deeper Into the Word.” The lesson […]
“CONTINUE … TO BE Peculiar” LESSONS FROM 2 TIMOTHY WITH BRAD MCNUTT (PREACHERS IN TRAINING S9E9)
March 14, 2019 07:00 - 26 minutes - 13 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 9 for Thursday, March 14, 2019 Brad McNutt, host of The Book Club on The Light Network, joins Robert to walk through 2 Timothy. They make special applications for preachers. By noticing Paul’s “but you” passages (NKJV), we observe that Timothy was to be peculiar in his ministry. Episode Highlights: “Difficulties don’t […]
“Continue … to be Perceptive” LEssons from 2 Timothy with Brad McNutt (Preachers in Training S9E8)
March 07, 2019 08:00 - 23 minutes - 11.4 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 8 for Thursday, March 7, 2019 Brad McNutt, host of The Book Club on The Light Network, joins Robert to walk through 2 Timothy. They make special applications for preachers. Paul repeatedly mentions “foolish questions” in 2 Timothy 3. In so doing, he gives Timothy a requirement, a risk, and the result […]
“Continue … to be Persistent” Lessons from 2 Timothy with Brad McNutt (Preachers in Training S9E7)
February 28, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 10.6 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 7 for Thursday, February 28, 2019 Brad McNutt, host of The Book Club on The Light Network, joins Robert to walk through 2 Timothy. They make special applications for preachers. In 2 Timothy 2, Paul tells Timothy to expect persecution and opposition. He prepares Timothy to endure in the ministry by reminding […]
“Continue … to be proud” Lessons from 2 Timothy with Brad McNutt (Preachers in Training S9E6)
February 21, 2019 08:00 - 21 minutes - 10.4 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 6 for Thursday, February 21, 2019 Brad McNutt, host of The Book Club on The Light Network, joins Robert to walk through 2 Timothy. They make special applications for preachers. In 2 Timothy 1, Paul addresses the situation Timothy was facing, and offers two vital solutions. Episode Highlights: “Success is a lot […]
“1 Timothy’s Focus on Purity” with Adam Faughn (Preachers in Training S9E5)
February 14, 2019 08:00 - 41 minutes - 19.7 MBPreachers in Training Season 9, Episode 5 for Thursday, February 14, 2019 Adam Faughn and Robert walk through 1 Timothy, making applications especially for preachers. Links Adam, and other members of his family, write regularly at A Legacy of Faith We want to hear from you! Email: [email protected] Voicemail: 903-26-LIGHT (903-265-4448) Subscription Links