Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, May 1, 2025 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 personal evangelism. Are our efforts to reach the lost alive and thriving, or are they barely hanging on? […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, April 17, 2025 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 Mt. Juliet church of Christ in Tennessee, to discuss practical and spiritual ways we can reach and equip […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, April 3, 2025 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 — to address the critical subject of mental health among ministers. Ministry is rewarding but also uniquely stressful, often […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, March 20, 2025 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 of Preachers in Training, host Robert Hatfield is joined by Michael Hite, Jason Helton, and Dale Jenkins to […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, February 27, 2025 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 faithfully and effectively? In this episode of Preachers in Training, Robert sits down with David Pharr, minister for the Concord Street church of […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, February 20, 2025 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 Robert to share wisdom from his decades of preaching experience. He discusses the keys to maintaining passion, overcoming discouragement, and […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, February 6, 2025 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 discuss the balance between leading and personally engaging in worship. They explore practical ways for preachers to maintain a […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, January 19, 2025 In this episode of Preachers in Training, Robert is joined by Ty Rhymes to reflect on the powerful message of 1 Timothy 4:15-16. Together, they explore Paul’s encouragement to Timothy to devote himself to his calling, stay vigilant in his doctrine, and ensure that his life […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, January 13, 2025 Logos Bible Software recently made a major shift to a new subscription-model pricing plan. What does this mean for longtime users of the study tool? Should you make the jump, and if so, at what subscription point? Michael Hite is back to share his thoughts and […]

Host: Robert Hatfield  |  Released Thursday, December 19, 2024 In this episode, Robert Hatfield is joined by Kevin Rhodes, minister and director of the Brown Trail School of Preaching, to discuss the current preacher shortage. They discuss whether there actually is a preacher shortage, and then explore the causes, implications, and potential solutions to this […]