Cultivating close, intimate relationships with fellow believers is key to a healthy church body. An effective way to promote this is through a small group ministry that provides a place for discussion, fellowship, and outreach opportunities. Organizing and maintaining small groups can be difficult but it is worth doing to further engage your congregation.  

Bro. Don Singleton joins Bro. Jono on the podcast to discuss the theme of this years youth camp: The Attributes of God

Following up on the previous episode, Bro. Jono and Joe discuss what type of issues are not worth splitting a church over and how a pastor can avoid some of them. 

Church splits can be devastating not just for a congregation but also for a pastors whole ministry. Having gone through a messy split in his first few years at SMBC, Bro. Jono shares his experience and practical wisdom to encourage pastors who may be going through it.

Paul talks of Pastors being worthy of double honor which extends beyond a congregation focusing on their own Pastor. Bro. Jono and Joe discuss the importance of treating visiting pastors with an abundance of respect and hospitality, and some practical ways to bless them. 

Bro. Jono and Joe sit down in front of SMBC and discuss questions submitted by the congregation. Topics range from the canon of scripture to the proper pronunciation of Mcdonalds.

Bro. Jono and Joe discuss Jono's recent sermon on the sin of worry and seeking fleshly crutches to cope with anxiety. 

https://smbconline.com/sermons/

Winning Over Worry - Philippians 4:6-8

The staff at SMBC is currently studying through the book "Spiritual Leadership" by J. Oswald Sanders. Bro. Jono and Joe discuss a specific chapter dealing with Peters example of what a shepherd of God looks like. All pastors and believers are highly encouraged to read and study through this book.

Bro. Jono sits down with long time friend Derek Melton to discuss a variety of topics related to his personal life and ministry in Pryor, OK. 

To learn more about Derek's ministry please visit:

http://www.gracelifepryor.org/Home

Or follow him on twitter @dereklanemelton

Now past the ordination ceremony of Brock Kilburn, Bro. Jono discusses the practical wisdoms and attitudes for a young pastor in a new congregation. Understanding that the office of pastor is one of service creates a humble countenance and is crucial for a successful ministry. 

Sermon Reference:

https://smbconline.com/sermons/

The Servant of The Lord - 2 Timothy 2:23-26