The Faithful Expositor

While SMBC continues to seek revival as a church body, Bro. Jono and Joe discuss what revival looks like to an individual and some of its misconceptions. Many christians go through seasons of complacency and mediocrity but it's the responsibility of the believer to continue to seek God's face, repent, and turn from their ways. In 2 Chronicles, God promises that doing so will always lead to revival...

Bro. Jono and Joe discuss an overview of SMBC in 2021. Continuing to persevere through COVID, we experienced a strong commitment to attendance, giving, and outreach. There is great joy in coming together as a body to weather all hardships and we look forward to 2022.

Matt Boudin interview cont. Part 2 focuses on the differences in doctrine between the two denominations. 

Bro. Jono and Joe host Matt Bouldin to discuss his experience and conversion from a Church of Christ minister to a member of SMBC. Part 1

Bro. Jono and Joe discuss a recent sermon in which Jono addresses the importance of tithing. Some in the faith may believe tithing to be an old testament law that Jesus' death eradicated us from. The truth is that Jesus addresses tithing in the new testament and it is a special act of worship that must not be overlooked. Everything we have comes from God so giving back should be a joy! God has pro...

Every day, Christians face decisions in their personal lives that require spiritual contemplation and seeking of the Lord's will. Some of these can be guided by scripture but there are many issues that aren't and may be simple preference. Too many churches have been torn apart by superficial disagreements that have no scriptural backing. Bro. Jono and Joe discuss how a Christian must discern the d...

The third and final episode dedicated to Godly Men in the church. This series is the heartbeat of any local church and could have the biggest impact on church members as a whole. We implore you to listen and apply these attributes so that your church may flourish.

A continuation of a series discussing the role of Godly men in the church and how they can support their pastor.

This episode begins a 3 part series discussing the biblical characteristics of a Godly man in the church. These are not just directed towards pastors, but also to the men who must step up and help build the foundations for a unified church.  

A quick update on Bro. Jono's upcoming schedule.

Coming off of preaching his funeral, Bro. Jono and Joe look back on the life and ministry of Bro. Jeff Putman and what it means to run the race well. 

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While Bro. Joe is out with Covid precautions, Bro. Ryan Tilghman fills the role of a young pastor just beginning his ministry. For any newly hired 25-30 year old pastor, leading a much older congregation can be an intimidating task. Bro. Jono shares his experiences and "first-steps" guidance for establishing biblical authority and the importance of being a patient shepherd. 

In the midst of preaching revival at SMBC, Bro. Richard Sego joins Bro. Jono to discuss the simple disciplines that a Christian may need to re-commit to.  To find Bro. Richards sermons from revival: https://smbconline.com/sermons/ To learn more about Bro. Richard's church please visit their website: https://eastanallee.church/

The term "revival" is often attributed to an event or special service dedicated to stirring up emotions. More accurately, revival is something that takes place in the heart of a believer on a daily basis. It is commanded and made possible in scripture to live a spirit filled life which will naturally lead to revival. Bro. Jono and Joe discuss what it means to live a spirit filled life and how a ch...

Bro. Jono gives a practical breakdown of his personal sermon prep from interpreting a text, to word studies, commentaries, and outlining.  For questions on resources Bro. Jono uses, email brojoe@smbconline.com

Returning from preaching a revival, Bro. Jono and Joe sit down for a non-topical episode to chat about current events in the church. 

Bro. Jono and Joe continue dissecting the SBC's pitfalls. This episode delves into the plague of "wokeism" that is becoming prominent in the convention. Beginning with Critical Race Theory, Jono covers political correctness, racism, and abuse inside the church. All issues that can only be rectified by standing firm with the true gospel.  Find Sermon reference here: "Departure From The Souther...

Bro. Jono and Joe launch into a highly anticipated series addressing the failures of the SBC and what has led Shelbyville Mills Baptist Church to withdraw. Following his sermon on the "fruits" of the convention, Bro. Jono begins with unbiblical and unhealthy local churches.  Find Sermon reference here: "Departure From The Southern Baptist Convention" https://smbconline.com/sermons/

Following the observance of The Lord's Supper at Shelbyville Mills, Bro. Jono and Joe go through what the biblical ordinances are and what they are not. There is a proper way to approach the Lord's table and believer's baptism that is being twisted in many modern churches. Taking shortcuts and diluting the integrity of these practices is a rapidly spreading plague through Christianity today. 

In a previous episode, Bro. Jono and Joe discussed the importance of keeping Christ your "first love". We are used to using terms like "attraction" and "affection" to describe love in the human nature. What does that look like when applied to your love for Christ? Although emotions and feelings are not indicative of true salvation, they are a natural part of the christian's walk. A love for Jesus...

This one attribute of Jesus is what sets Christianity apart from the other religions of the world. Our God is worthy. Of your focus, love, time, and life. To assign "worth" to anything else in your life is to put something before Jesus and a vain pursuit. Bro. Jono sits down with Bro. Ryan Tilghman to discuss his sermon on Revelation 5 and the true power of what it means to be "worthy".  Serm...

Recorded on location from Youth Camp, Bro. Jono sits down with Bro. Don Singleton to discuss this years theme "The Gospel". The beauty of the gospel lies in its simplicity, but there are details and complexities that are often overlooked and may provide you a new perspective. The death and resurrection of Christ is the basis of the gospel but Bro. Don breaks down how other aspects, i.e. the burial...

Instilling sound doctrine and a love for the church in our Youth produces the next generation of leaders, teachers, deacons and pastors. Bro. Jono and Joe discuss the upcoming annual Youth Camp and the fruit that comes from a healthy focused youth ministry. 

It is the responsibility of all Christians to be a good steward of God's provision for you. Like many disciplines, when handled poorly it can be the downfall of a pastors personal life and ultimately his entire ministry. Bro. Jono and Joe discuss the practical ways any christian can take control of their finances, be faithful with their giving, and exercise good money management.