Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove

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Primary Relationship Lessons From Secondary Bible Characters

with Bob Russell

Worship Leader, Marty Goetz
September 28-30, 2026
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Jesus said the two greatest commandments were to love God with all our hearts and to love our neighbors as ourselves. Most of us find it easier to love God than to be continuously compassionate toward others. God is perfect but people are very imperfect. Even the most mature believers can learn a lot about how to be considerate of others from some little-known Bible characters who had a big impact on God’s work in the world.

Bob Russell

BOB RUSSELL is a well-known author and a Bible teacher. He served as pastor of Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY—where he grew the congregation to one of the largest in America—until he retired in 2006. Now, Russell continues to be a mentor through his ministry Bob Russell Ministries, which he founded shortly after his retirement. His books include When God Builds a Church, After 50 Years of Ministry: 7 Things I Would Do Differently and 7 Things I Would Do the Same, and many more. In addition, Russell creates Bible study materials and videos to be used in small groups. He also maintains a weekly blog where he writes thought-provoking content, which can be found at BobRussell.org, on Facebook (Bob Russell), and on X (@bobrussellky). Bob and his wife, Judy, have been married for 62 years and have two married sons, seven grandchildren—four of whom are married—and five great-grandchildren.

Marty Goetz

Emmy-nominated, Marty Goetz has been called a ‘Modern-Day Psalmist.’ His songs are scriptures beautifully set to music, leaving listeners spiritually moved, inspired and edified. He has partnered in ministry with many others, including the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, Greg Laurie’s Harvest Christian Fellowship, Jewish Voice Ministries International, and numerous Christian and Messianic organizations throughout the world.

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