The Reach

This is part   two of a two-part   cast where John Smithwick is joined by author and Evangelist Dr. Daniel King. In this episode, they continue to discuss the 10 Benefits of doing Large Evangelistic Events.   Dr. Daniel has seen over 2 million come to Christ through evangelism and knows the importance of being bold in our faith. Find out what happens before, during and after these events that tran...

You may wonder, why should we put forth so much effort and resources towards large evangelistic events in other countries. You're  in for a treat with this   two-part cast   as John sits down with author and Evangelist Dr. Daniel King, and answers that very question! Tune in as he shares about the 10 Benefits of doing Large Evangelistic Events. Dr. Daniel has seen over 2 million come to Christ thr...

A dear friend of John's, Rev. Hayne Schurz returns to the The Reach Podcast for this 2-part series. In life and ministry, relationships are by far the most important thing we can cherish. Uncomfortable conversations and misunderstandings keep relationships broken in the body of Christ even amongst leaders. As a consequence, this hinders our effectiveness in reaching people for Christ.   In these e...

A dear friend of John's, Rev. Hayne Schurz returns to the The Reach Podcast for two inspiring episodes. In life and ministry, relationships are by far the most important thing we can cherish. Uncomfortable conversations and misunderstandings keep relationships broken in the body of Christ even amongst leaders. As a consequence, this hinders our effectiveness in reaching people for Christ.   In the...

This is Part 4 of a powerful series where John Smithwick teaches extensively on the purpose of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives. In this episode, John discusses the topic of being filled with the Holy Spirit. John walks us through several scriptures and stories about how we can all pray supernaturally, and gives practical steps on how to receive the baptism of the Holy Spirit. This is for everyo...

This is Part 3 of a series where John Smithwick teaches extensively on the purpose of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives.  In this episode, John talks about what the Word of God says about how the Holy Spirit helps us pray. The Holy Spirit helps guide us when we don't know what to pray or do in certain situations. When we allow the Holy Spirit to direct our prayer life, we are able to speak out Go...

This is Part 2 of a series where John Smithwick teaches extensively on the purpose of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives.    In this episode, John reveals the power of the Holy Spirit through scripture. Because of the Holy Spirit, we become bold in our faith and walk with God, there's a confidence and power that comes no other way than by receiving the Holy Spirit. There is more that God wants us...

This is Part 1 of a series where John Smithwick teaches extensively on the purpose of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives.  In this episode, John approaches questions many people ask about who the Holy Spirit is and why we need Him in our walk with Christ. If you yourself are questioning if you need the Holy Spirit or want to know more about the Holy Spirit's role, then these next episodes are for...

John was reacquainted with someone that had impacted his life as a young teenager while he lived in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Pastor Ron Woods. Ron is now the lead pastor for The Assembly in Broken Arrow, which is one of the largest Assemblies of God churches in the Tulsa area. In this two-part series, Pastor Ron shares about how to create a culture that is dedicated to impact their community while be...

John was reacquainted with someone that had impacted his life as a young teenager while he lived in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Pastor Ron Woods. Ron is now the lead pastor for The Assembly in Broken Arrow, which is one of the largest Assemblies of God churches in the Tulsa area. In this two-part series, Pastor Ron shares about how to create a culture that is dedicated to impact their community while be...

In this two-part series, you will hear from some of the leading Pastors in our nation. Pastors Willie George and Whit George from Church on the Move founded one of America's most innovative churches. In this episode, they share some incredible insight through their personal journey about transitioning in leadership. There is a generational shift occurring in the body of Christ and how transition h...

In this two-part series, you will hear from some of the leading Pastors in our nation. Pastors Willie George and Whit George from Church on the Move founded one of America's most innovative churches. In this episode, they share some incredible insight through their personal journey about transitioning in leadership. There is a generational shift occurring in the body of Christ and how transition h...

Global Ventures is 20 years old and has seen over 2 million people saved. In this episode, John and Martine Smithwick express the importance of gleaning from leadership and those who have gone before; as well as the value of relationships. If you want to know what it takes to keep the longevity in ministry, this podcast is for you!    

This week (today, in fact), John pulls several of the Global Ventures staff and interns into his office for an impromptu session sharing different stories and experiences from our summer missions trips in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and Peru! Expect to hear miracle stories, tough situations with surprising turn-arounds, and encouragement for living as a follower of Christ today, no matter your loca...

In this episode, John has a conversation with Pastor Walt Landers from The Life Church in San Angelo, TX! Pastor Walt, TLC, and the charter school they started (Texas Leadership Charter Academy) have made an enormous impact on San Angelo and multiple surrounding communities. As they talk about what it takes to make a lasting and growing impact around you, we believe you'll find wisdom for Christia...

You're in for a treat this week as John is joined by Pastor Jose Navarro! Listen as he shares about what God is doing amongst the Quechua of Peru, and how the Gospel is supernaturally expanding through the mountain villages across the nation! To learn more about the Quechua Project and find out how to get involved, email us at info@globalventures.tv!

In this two-part series, John is joined by his dear friend, Pastor and Author Larry Ragland! Larry's new book,  I See Greatness in You,  not only tells his story, but touches on the important truth that God has put greatness on the inside of each of us, regardless of what our life circumstances have looked like.   We highly recommend his book, and you can purchase it now at   https://amazon.com/Se...

In this two-part series, John is joined by his dear friend, Pastor and Author Larry Ragland! Larry's new book,  I See Greatness in You,  not only tells his story, but touches on the important truth that God has put greatness on the inside of each of us, regardless of what our life circumstances have looked like.   We highly recommend his book, and you can purchase it now at   https://amazon.com/Se...

In this episode John is joined by Evangelist Mark Bowling! This is part two of a two-part session where Mark Bowling shares what training leaders internationally looks like through the model God gives us. If you want to make a lasting impact within your reach, these episodes will give you some principles to make that a reality.   If you would like to get to know and support the Bowling's ministry,...

In this episode John is joined by Evangelist Mark Bowling! This is part one of a two-part session where Mark Bowling shares what training leaders internationally looks like through the model God gives us. If you want to make a lasting impact within your reach, these episodes will give you some principles to make that a reality.   If you would like to get to know and support the Bowling's ministry,...

This episode features Larry and Angela Keaton, sharing a timely conversation with John on the subject of God's power, how it operates in us according to God's Word, and signs that it's being used incorrectly. In today's Christian world, so many mixed messages have been broadcast about what God's power in operation looks like/doesn't look like that many are tempted to avoid it entirely, but fret no...

This episode features Larry and Angela Keaton, sharing a timely conversation with John on the subject of God's power, how it operates in us according to God's Word, and signs that it's being used incorrectly. In today's Christian world, so many mixed messages have been broadcast about what God's power in operation looks like/doesn't look like that many are tempted to avoid it entirely, but fret no...

This will be a special treat for you, the podcast listeners. This is the third and final episode where you have the opportunity to listen in on a recent mentorship session that John taught the Global Ventures CORE Program and staff members. We believe that this is an important and relevant subject explored with depth and practicality.   If you want to join the CORE Program and receive teaching lik...

This will be a special treat for you, the podcast listeners. This is the second of 3 episodes where you have the opportunity to listen in on a recent mentorship session that John taught the Global Ventures CORE Program and staff members. We believe that this is an important and relevant subject explored with depth and practicality. If you want to join the CORE Program and receive teaching like thi...

This will be a special treat for you, the podcast listeners. For the next 3 episodes, you'll have the opportunity to listen in on a recent mentorship session that John taught the Global Ventures CORE Program and staff members. We believe that this is an important and relevant subject explored with depth and practicality. Watch the video that John references in the beginning of this clip here: http...