Everyday Sunday School

Today Stephanie Gilliam discusses the book of 2 Kings with Ethan McCreary

Ethan McCreary has served as Senior Pastor of Church on The Hill since December 2016, providing leadership in preaching, vision, and leadership development. He holds a Master of Divinity from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and is pursuing doctoral studies at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. Ethan and his wife, Lexi, are the parents of four daughters. Passionate about helping people follow Jesus and grow in their faith, Ethan enjoys meaningful conversations over coffee, reading, and spending time outdoors with family and friends.

Today Stephanie Gilliam discusses Helping Children Develop a Faith of their Own with Nic Allen.

Nic Allen serves as Director of Strategic Partnerships with Justice and Mercy International. A pastor since 2001, Nic has spent more than two decades helping people grow in their faith and live out the truth of the gospel in everyday life. He has been married since 2000 and became a dad in 2006—roles he considers among the most important callings of his life.

Nic is also a writer and occasional blogger whose work centers around a theme he calls “Volume Speaks Value.” The idea is simple: the things we speak about most loudly and most often reveal what matters most to us. Through his writing and ministry, Nic seeks to keep the focus on what matters most—truth, faith, and family.

Whether serving in ministry leadership, building partnerships for global justice efforts, or sharing reflections through writing, Nic’s passion is to ensure that the loudest and most frequent messages in his life point people toward what truly matters.

This week Dr. Roger Mardis joins Stephanie for a closer look at the book of Proverbs.

Dr. Roger Mardis has served as President of ⁠Friends of Nazareth⁠ (FON) since 2018, following 36 years in pastoral ministry. He enjoys sharing how God is at work in Nazareth and how others can be involved.

He and his wife, Michelle, live in Florence, Alabama, and have four married children and seven grandchildren.

Roger has pastored churches in four states, founded Agape Baptist Church in Scottsboro, AL, and holds degrees from the University of North Alabama and Mid-America Seminary. He’s also authored four books.

With over 50 mission trips to 11 countries, many in Israel, Roger is passionate about spreading the Gospel through relational, pastoral ministry. He’s available to speak at churches and mission events.

Today, Stephanie speaks to Rick Howerton on the subject of Parenting as Discipleship.

Rick Howerton is a veteran pastor, church consultant, and groups strategist with more than 25 years of ministry experience. He has served with LifeWay, NavPress, and the Kentucky Baptist Convention, and has been a campus minister, teaching pastor, and church planter. Rick now serves as the Central Groups Pastor at Lakepointe Church in Rockwall, Texas, guiding the groups ministry of a congregation of over 25,000.

An accomplished author, Rick has written or co-written numerous books and training resources on discipleship, small groups, leadership, and church health. His broad background—as a pastor, planter, trainer, and consultant—gives him a unique, comprehensive perspective on helping churches thrive. He is a sought-after communicator, coach, and ministry trainer.

Today, Stephanie Gilliam discusses the book of 1 Kings with Daniel Edmonds.

Daniel Edmonds serves as the Director of the Office of Sunday School and Discipleship, where he equips churches and leaders to grow in effective, Christ-centered ministry. He and his wife, Terri, are active members of Chisholm Baptist Church in Montgomery, and together they have a son and a daughter. Daniel is also the author of Start Small, Do It Right, and Build It Strong, a practical resource that encourages believers to follow the model of Jesus by faithfully engaging in simple, intentional discipleship. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Middle Tennessee State University and a Master of Divinity in Religious Education from Southern Seminary.

Today Stephanie Gilliam discusses Part 2 of How Did We Get the Bible? with Dr. Scott Guffin.

Scott Guffin, PhD, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry at Samford University’s School of the Arts, is a Gardendale, Alabama native and Samford graduate. With over three decades of ministry experience in Alabama, Kentucky, and Indiana, he has served as youth minister, minister of music, associate pastor, and senior pastor. His passion for preaching, teaching, disciplemaking, and missions continues to shape his work at Samford, where he leads the Christian Ministry degree program and prepares students for lifelong service in the church and beyond. Dr. Guffin holds degrees from Samford University and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (MDiv, PhD). He and his wife, Beth, have two grown children, Blake and Bailey, and he enjoys college football and the outdoors.

Today Stephanie Gilliam discusses Part 1 of How Did We Get the Bible? with Dr. Scott Guffin.

Scott Guffin, PhD, Associate Professor and Executive Director of Christian Ministry at Samford University’s School of the Arts, is a Gardendale, Alabama native and Samford graduate. With over three decades of ministry experience in Alabama, Kentucky, and Indiana, he has served as youth minister, minister of music, associate pastor, and senior pastor. His passion for preaching, teaching, disciplemaking, and missions continues to shape his work at Samford, where he leads the Christian Ministry degree program and prepares students for lifelong service in the church and beyond. Dr. Guffin holds degrees from Samford University and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (MDiv, PhD). He and his wife, Beth, have two grown children, Blake and Bailey, and he enjoys college football and the outdoors.

Today, Stephanie Gilliam discusses the Book of Psalms with Dr. Greg Belser.

Dr. Greg Belser, Senior Pastor of Morrison Heights Baptist Church, has spent more than forty years in ministry, including over sixteen years leading the Morrison Heights family. Known for his practical and engaging teaching, Dr. Greg helps people understand the Bible and apply its timeless truths to everyday life. He is passionate about helping people grow in their faith and making the church a place where people matter and can encounter Jesus. In addition to preaching and pastoral leadership, he teaches future ministry leaders through New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary and contributes to Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary’s For the Church ministry. Dr. Greg and his wife Susan have been married for over forty years and enjoy spending time with their three daughters and nine grandchildren.

Today Stephanie Gilliam shares questions from kids with Pastor John Brock at Highland Baptist Church.

Today Stephanie Gilliam discusses the book of 2 Samuel with Timmy Ray.

Dr. Timmy Ray - Associational Mission Strategist for the Colbert-Lauderdale Baptist Association.

Timmy was named Associational Missions Strategist for the CLBA in August of 2023. A native of the Shoals, Timmy earned his Bachelor of Science in Commercial Music from the University of North Alabama, his Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Beeson Divinity School at Samford University, and his Doctor of Educational Ministry in Worship Ministries from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Timmy and his wife, Maggie Bea, have five children (Maddux, Sophie, Theo, Sam, and Jude) and are members of Highland Baptist Church.