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The Intersection of Theology and Worship - with Jesse Eaton
What we believe about God will always shape how we worship Him. In this episode of Preachers in Training, Robert Hatfield is joined by Jesse Eaton, one of the minister...
Practical Ways to Reach Those Who Doubt - with Forest Antemesaris
In this episode, Robert Hatfield welcomes Forest Antemesaris for a heartfelt and practical conversation about reaching those who doubt. Forest shares from his unique p...
2025 Holiday Gift Guide - with Chad Landman
For the tenth year in a row, Chad Landman joins Robert Hatfield for one of our most anticipated episodes of the year — the Holiday Gift Guide for Ministers!Each year, ...
Preacher: Keep Growing - with Adam Faughn
In this episode, Robert is joined by Adam Faughn, a seasoned preacher, devoted husband and father, and an avid reader who models what it means to be a lifelong learner...
Beware Self-Righteousness - with David Sproule
Self-righteousness can quietly creep into our hearts — even among those devoted to doing good. In this episode, Robert Hatfield is joined by David Sproule to talk abou...
Fostering Deep Connections in a Congregation - with Dean Thompson
Every preacher knows the value of relationships in ministry — but how can we move beyond surface-level connections to build real, lasting community within the church? ...
A Word of Compassion for Preachers - with Melvin Otey
This week on Preachers in Training, Robert is joined by Melvin Otey—professor of Law at Faulkner University in Montgomery, AL, and a dedicated gospel preacher.In this ...
Things I Didn't Learn in Preaching School - with Wayne Jones
In this episode of Preachers in Training, Robert is joined by Wayne Jones, president of the Bear Valley Bible Institute and host of Authentically Adam here on The Ligh...
Avoiding Spiritual Apathy - with Dan Winkler
Spiritual apathy can creep into the life of any Christian—even ministers. Left unchecked, it robs us of passion for the Lord, weakens our resolve, and hinders our infl...
Ministering to Those in Hospice Care - with Paul Sain
In this opening episode of season 22, Robert is joined by longtime gospel preacher Paul Sain. Paul’s wife, LaDon, has recently been placed on hospice care, and he now ...
“Hone Your Interpersonal Skills” with Billy Smith (Preachers in Training S21E12)
Interpersonal skills are essential for effective ministry, yet they’re often overlooked in preacher training. In this episode, Robert is joined by longtime preacher an...
“How We Revitalized Our Children’s Bible Classes” with Jeremy Hall (Preachers in Training S21E11)
Is your children’s Bible class program in need of a refresh? In this episode, Robert Hatfield sits down with Jeremy Hall, minister for the Bartlett Woods church of Chr...
“Leading Biblically by Trusting Faithfully” with Dr. Matt Guy (Preachers in Training S21E10)
What does it mean to lead like Abraham—with unwavering trust in God, even when the path seems uncertain? In this episode, Matt Guy joins Robert Hatfield to explore bib...
Is Your Evangelism on Life Support? – with Matt Miller (Preachers in Training S21E9)
In this episode of Preachers in Training, Robert Hatfield welcomes Matt Miller, minister for the 109 church of Christ in Lebanon, TN, to discuss the urgent state of pe...
“Invest in Gen. Z” with Craig Evans (Preachers in Training S21E8)
How can ministers and church leaders connect with and invest in the next generation? In this episode, Robert is joined by Craig Evans, the preaching minister for the M...
“Ministers, Take Care of Your Mental Health” with Lonnie Jones (Preachers in Training S21E7)
In this important episode, Robert is joined by Lonnie Jones — a minister, speaker, host of the Keeping Up with Jones podcast, and a licensed professional counselor — t...
“The Impact of AI on the Church” (Preachers in Training S21E6)
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way we work, communicate, and even engage with faith. But what impact does it have on the church? In this episode ...
“Preaching on Special Days this Year” with David Pharr (Preachers in Training S21E5)
Special days like Thanksgiving, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day often bring unique opportunities and challenges for preachers. How can we approach these occasions faith...
“What Keeps You Going in Ministry?” with Gary Hampton (Preachers in Training S21E4)
Ministry can be challenging, but what keeps preachers motivated and committed for the long haul? In this episode, longtime minister of the gospel, Gary Hampton, joins ...
“Worshiping as the Preacher” with Jody Apple (Preachers in Training S21E3)
Preachers spend much of their time leading worship, but how can they ensure they are truly worshiping God themselves? In this episode, Jody Apple joins Robert to discu...