Preachers In Training With Robert Hatfield

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, October 3, 2024 In this episode, Robert Hatfield is joined by Westley Hazel, the preacher for the Forest Park church of Christ in Valdosta, Georgia, to discuss how ministers and church leaders can improve cooperation within their congregations. They explore practical strategies for fostering teamwork, creating an environment of […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, September 19, 2024 On this episode of Preachers in Training, we are joined by Adam Faughn, who shares practical tips and strategies for managing time effectively in ministry. With the many demands placed on preachers, time management is crucial for maintaining balance and ensuring that all aspects of ministry […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, September 12, 2024 In this insightful episode of Preachers in Training, Robert welcomes David Sproule to discuss the concept of tenure in ministry. They explore the implications of staying in one congregation for an extended period and the benefits and challenges that come with long-term service. Watch the Video […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, September 5, 2024 In this insightful episode of Preachers in Training, Robert sits down with Dean Thompson, an experienced preacher and writer, to discuss how preachers can enhance their writing skills. Whether it’s sermon preparation, writing articles, or crafting social media posts, good writing is essential for effective ministry. […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, August 29, 2024 In this insightful episode of Preachers in Training, host Robert sits down with Wayne Jones to discuss the essential aspects of ministering effectively to a congregation. Wayne, with his extensive experience in church leadership, offers practical advice, strategies, and encouragement for ministers at all stages of […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, August 22, 2024 In this episode of Preachers in Training, we sit down with Dale Jenkins, a seasoned minister and co-founder of The Jenkins Institute. Dale has dedicated his life to serving the church and uplifting his fellow ministers. With years of experience and wisdom, Dale shares invaluable insights […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, August 15, 2024 David Shannon, president of Freed-Hardeman University in Henderson, Tennessee, joins Robert to discuss how to create an evangelistic culture within a congregation. He offers a great list of very practical ways that preachers and ministers can encourage the churches they serve to focus on evangelism. Watch […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, May 9, 2024 In his great work with House to House, Heart to Heart, Matt Wallin is able to learn a lot about both local evangelism and fostering unity among brothers and sisters in Christ. And much like the great work at HTH, Matt is a blessing to the […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, April 25, 2024 Dale Jenkins, from The Jenkins Institute, joins Robert to discuss trends he is noticing in ministry. Dale’s work with his brother, Jeff, takes them both all across the United States and the world, giving them a first-hand point of view with regard to the state of […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, April 11, 2024 Denny Howell, one of the ministers for the Ooltewah church of Christ near Chattanooga, TN, joins us this week from Lads2Leaders in Nashville to help us improve in our prayer life. Watch the Video [Coming Soon!] We want to hear from you! Subscription Links

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, March 14, 2024 Are you considering becoming a preacher? Are you already preaching, but feel that you need your passion for ministry to be reignited? If so, take half an hour to listen to Walker Howell and Sawyer Reid. They are two outstanding Bible majors at Freed-Hardeman University, and […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, March 7, 2024 The media age in which we live isn’t going away. While many of us had a crash course in social media and marketing during the COVID pandemic, it may be time to take that to the next level and to update our practices in order to […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, February 29, 2024 David Pharr was preparing dinner one minute and, the next thing he knew, he was in the back of an ambulance on the way to the hospital. Today, almost two months past brain surgery, he tells a wonderful story about the love of Jesus expressed through […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, February 22, 2024 Robert Young, Sr. serves as one of the elders for the Long Island church of Christ in New York. He joins Robert today to discuss the differences of evangelism and religious culture in general between the American South and the Northeast. What can we learn from […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, February 15, 2024 Chad Landman talks about ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence. What potential lies in this technology? How could they be practically and helpfully utilized within the context of ministry? Chad offers some great helps and insights on this episode. Watch the Video We want to hear from you! […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, January 25, 2024 This year’s theme for the Annual Bible Lectureship at Freed-Hardeman University is “Triumph of the Lamb: the Battle with Evil in Revelation.” Dr. Doug Burleson, professor of Bible at FHU and the director of the Annual Bible Lectureship, joins Robert this week to discuss the challenges […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, December 7, 2023 What should a preacher do if he is at a congregation without elders? If men who are qualified to be shepherds are present, what is the practical process of establishing the eldership, or, as Paul wrote to Titus, setting in order the things that are lacking? […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, November 23, 2023 On this Thanksgiving episode for 2023, Robert shares some thoughts about why thanksgiving is a vital habit for a minister to develop. Watch the Video We want to hear from you! Subscription Links

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, November 16, 2023 Chad Landman is here with the 2023 Holiday Gift Guide! Chad joins us each year at this time with picks made with ministers in mind. Watch the Video Episode Resources We want to hear from you! Subscription Links

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, November 9, 2023 Adam Faughn is back to offer some tips for meeting with elders. Adam preachers for the Central church of Christ in Paducah, Kentucky. Watch the Video We want to hear from you! Subscription Links