011 & 2 Kings
Leon Mauldin
New location for 2026This year’s study will be held at River Hills Retreat in Hayden, Alabama.View details
October 12–16, 2026 · Hayden, Alabama
Profitable
for Teaching
Five days set apart for serious study of Scripture, thoughtful conversation, and fellowship among men.
01 / The gathering
Time set apart
for the Word.
Profitable for Teaching brings men together once a year to give sustained attention to Scripture. The 2026 gathering begins Monday evening at 5 p.m. and continues through lunch on Friday, allowing time for study, conversation, shared meals, and fellowship.
Hosted by Stephen Russell and Seth Mauldin.
WhenMon., Oct. 12 at 5 p.m.
through Fri. lunch, Oct. 16
through Fri. lunch, Oct. 16
WhereRiver Hills Retreat
Hayden, Alabama
Hayden, Alabama
PurposeFive days devoted to the careful study of Scripture
02 / This year’s studies
Four teachers.
Four biblical studies.
This year, four teachers will lead studies in different portions of Scripture.
01
02The Sons of David
Tom Holley
03Lamentations
Wes Brown
04Romans, Part 2
Marshall McDaniel
03 / Your stay
Come prepared
to remain awhile.
Lodging provided
Accommodations at River Hills Retreat are included for the week.
Meals provided
Meals are provided from Monday evening through lunch on Friday.
What to bring
Bring your Bible, bedding, towels, toiletries, clothing, and other personal necessities.
No cost to attend
There is no registration fee. Voluntary donations are welcomed to help cover the expenses of the study.
04 / Previous years
Return to
the studies.
Audio from previous gatherings will be collected here by year, making each study available for listening again or sharing with another man.
Audio archive
The first recordings are being prepared.
Past sessions, titles, and speakers will appear here as the archive is assembled.
05 / Registration
Set aside
the week.
Register to join us at River Hills Retreat, Monday, October 12 through Friday, October 16. We hope you will make plans to be present for the full gathering.