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A Conference Designed to Refresh, Encourage, Strengthen, & Train the Lord’s Servants
While it is easy to get caught up in ministry struggles and successes, the Lord uses both the highs and the lows to shape us.
Stay faithful in the middle.
A new episode by last year’s guest speaker Rick Finley drops tomorrow morning! Follow our YouTube or podcast channels to catch it.
To register for REST 26, visit our website through the link in our bio.
05/21/2026
This weather has us ready to tee it up for the REST 26 Minister’s Golf Tournament! ⛳️ ☀️
While the golf match is just a small breakaway during the conference, it gives attendees a chance to enjoy fellowship, conversation, and a little time together off schedule.
At the heart of REST 26 is the desire to see the Lord’s servants Refreshed, Encouraged, Strengthened, & Trained for His work.
Make plans to join us September 7-9 — registration link is ⬇️:
therestconference.com
A PERSONAL INVITATION FROM PASTOR JOHN WILKERSON ❕
We are honored to welcome Pastor John Wilkerson of First Baptist Church of Hammond, Indiana, as our guest speaker for REST 26.
Pastor Wilkerson and his wife, Linda, have faithfully served in ministry for more than three decades. Through their years of experience, they will bring practical encouragement, relatable insight, and attainable help for your home and ministry.
REST 26 is coming September 7–9.
Register today here: therestconference.com
Friendships in ministry are vital but can be fragile. We need to be cautious of these three works of the flesh that can tear away friendships.
To watch the entirety of our newest session from last year’s conference, visit our YouTube or Podcast channels.
Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rest-podcast/id1502119066?i=1000760641787
Watch here: https://youtu.be/k8djWrwgXB4?si=5G_kmPGsVXlnke99
To register for REST 26, visit our website here: therestconference.com
03/05/2026
SPEAKER ANNOUNCEMENT FOR REST 26❕
We are especially excited to announce Pastor John Wilkerson from First Baptist Church of Hammond as this year’s guest speaker. He, along with our co-hosts Scott Hooks & Scott Pauley, will draw on a wealth of life and ministry experience to encourage your walk with the Lord and equip you for His work.
Reserve your limited spot today here: https://www.therestconference.com/ #1346184013
Have you ever been hurt by a friend?
This full episode from REST 25 is now available to watch or listen to on our Podcast & YouTube channels. Visit the links below:
WATCH HERE: https://youtu.be/zGzSTpJV1I4
LISTEN HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rest-podcast/id1502119066?i=1000751170933
“Be slow in choosing a friend, even slower in changing them.”
Last year at REST, we highlighted the ministry of friendship. This clip was taken from our first session which will drop on The REST Podcast & YouTube channels T U E S D A Y! Make sure you’re following all our social media platforms to catch the whole episode.
02/18/2026
REST 26 Theme Announcement❕
Each year, Scott Hooks & Scott Pauley address one subject from Scripture. We are especially excited to emphasize the minister’s first priority — his home. Be on the lookout for additional information in the future.
REGISTRATION IS LIVE. RESERVE YOUR PLACE HERE: therestconference.com
10/21/2025
We are still thankful to God for the wonderful turnout at REST 25. While our sessions will be published soon, we wanted to share what this year’s attendees said in a recent survey. Tap & swipe to see for yourself!
09/16/2025
Are you interested in having digital access to this year’s sessions?
Our media team is hard at work preparing to publish our REST 25 content. Be on the lookout for more details in the coming days!
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