Inspire Lectureship

September 28 - Oct 1, 2025

Harding’s Second Century

Previously called Lectureship, Inspire continues to provide resources for the church in a new format for Harding’s second century.

Keynote Speakers

Dr Rubel Shelly

Evening Keynote:

Dr. Rubel Shelly | One Body

7 p.m. 


Benson Auditorium 

 

Two portraits: Dr. Scott Adair on the left and Rodney Dulin on the right, both smiling and wearing suits.

Morning Chapel Keynote:

Dr Scott Adair | One Baptism

9 a.m.

 

Evening Keynote:
Rodney Dulin | One Lord

7 p.m. 

 

Benson Auditorium

 

 

Morning Chapel Keynote:
Olu Shabazz | One Faith

9 a.m.

 

Evening Keynote:
Jeremy Flowers | One Spirit

7 p.m. 

 

Benson Auditorium

Morning Chapel Keynote:
Chris Turner & Keith Lancaster | One God

 9 a.m.

 

Evening Keynote:
Dr. Matt Love | One Hope

7 p.m. 

 

Benson Auditorium

More Info

 

Notes:

  • Location preference will be determined by those who have registered first.  
  • There is a max limit of two tables.
  • Exhibitor personnel that exceed the included two registrations must register additional personnel as attendees.
  • Your advertisement slide is due Sept 1st.
  • The slide should be in a 16:9 PowerPoint format.

 

Exhibitor fees

     $400    per exhibit table in the McInteer Rotunda,
                 - 2 Inspire Lectureship Registrations
                 - 1 afternoon speaking session   
                 - Limited to 6 and subject to Inspire committee approval
     $200    per exhibit table in the McInteer Rotunda and Student Center.
                 - 2 Inspire Lectureship Registrations  
     $100    per exhibit table in the Benson Lobby
                 - 2 Inspire Lectureship Registrations  

 

Purchased Program Ad

     Deadline for submitting is May 1st

 

 

Send questions & submissions to inspire@harding.edu

 

I am a Harding employee. Do I still have to register?
Yes. Though the registration fee is waived for Harding employees and their spouses, registration ensures you’ll have a name badge for admission.  

I am a Harding student. Do I still have to register? 

No, but you may attend any session using your Harding I.D.

If you’re attending lectures for credit, refer to the Seminar Credit section below. 

I plan to attend only the evening keynotes. Do I need to register?

No. All evening keynotes are free of charge and do not require registration.

I've pre-registered. Where do I check in?

Upon arrival, please visit the Inspire Hub in the McInteer Bible and World Missions Center rotunda to check in, receive a name tag and program, and browse the exhibitor tables.

When is the Inspire Hub open?
Sunday: 2-8:30 p.m.
Monday: 7:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Can I register after I arrive?

Yes. Come to the Inspire Hub located in the McInteer Bible and World Missions Center rotunda to register.

I can't make it to Inspire. Can I still view the sessions?

The nightly keynotes will be livestreamed, and will be available on this page in the weeks to come.

Most sessions' audio recordings will be available in the weeks after Inspire at scholarworks.harding.edu/lectureship.

To receive credit, students must register on or before the first day of Inspire Lectureship by using the “Add/Drop” link in the “My Classes” section of Pipeline.  

If an override is needed when registering, email the three items below to bible@harding.edu.

  • H number 
  • Class CRN 
  • Error message

Here are the options for one-hour credit seminars:

  • BRES 3117.01 (CRN 91932): Neller Preacher’s Workshop
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions and lunch at noon

  • BRES 3516.01 (CRN 91947): Changing Culture via Ethics
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3413.01 (CRN 91946): History of Race Relations
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3316.01 (CRN 91976): Crisis in the Church
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3218.01 (CRN 91944): Spiritual Formation
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m.| Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3211.01 (CRN 91931): The Workers are Few
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m.| Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3819.01 (CRN 92017): Call to Mercy
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3118.01 (CRN 91937): Sacred Solidarity in Ephesians
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3219.01 (CRN 92016): Soul Care
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3518.01 (CRN 91938): Spiritual Warfare
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3818.01 (CRN 91950): Unity in Kingdom Work
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3317.01 (CRN 91930): Women’s Ministry
    Monday, Sept. 29 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3319.01 (CRN 91933): Children’s Ministry Workshop
    Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3815.01 (CRN 91943): Cultivating Gospel Unity
    Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3812.01 (CRN 91935): Disciple-making and multiplication
    Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3215.01 (CRN 91940): Mentoring an Anxious Generation 
    Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3119.01 (CRN 91945): The Trinity in Ephesians 
    Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m. | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3318.01 (CRN 91934): Special Needs Workshop
    Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3517.01 (CRN 91939): Where on Earth is Heaven?
    Tuesday, Sept. 30 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3314.01 (CRN 91942): Youth Ministry Workshop
    Wednesday, Oct. 1 | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. | Six 50-minute sessions and lunch at noon

  • BRES 3813.01 (CRN 91952): Color, Culture and the Christ
    Wednesday, Oct. 1  | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m.  | Three 50-minute sessions 

  • BRES 3816.01 (CRN 91936): Hispanic Ministry
    Wednesday, Oct. 1  | 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m.  | Three 50-minute sessions

  • BRES 3311.01 (CRN 91929): Enneagram and the Elect 
    Wednesday, Oct. 1 | 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. | Three 50-minute sessions

Complimentary childcare is provided for registered attendees at nearby College Church of Christ.  (corner of Grand St and Race)

Register upon drop off at College Church OR present your name tag from registering in the McInteer Rotunda.

All ages welcome.  Snacks, activities, and dinner are provided. 

 

SCHEDULE

Sunday
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Monday
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
(Snacks and Dinner Provided)

Tuesday
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
(Snacks and Dinner Provided) 

Wednesday
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
(Snacks and Dinner Provided)

For additional information, please contact
Joyann Bearden, Childcare Coordinator,
501-319-4865

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