The Faithful Expositor

Bro. Tyler sits down with Bro. Jono to discuss the outline for Small Groups in Titus chapter 2 and how that is demonstrated at SMBC.

Bro. Jono discusses his Easter message at SMBC and the preparation that goes into a special service like Resurrection Sunday.

Bro. Jono discusses his continuing exposition of Titus focusing on the role of mentorship for older men and women in the church.

You can listen to the sermon he references here:

https://smbconline.com/sermon/a-healthy-church-with-a-powerful-witness-pt-2-the-women-in-the-church/

Bro. Jono spends some time with Pastor Ken Ramey, Author of Expository Listening, to discuss his book and his message from TCC on the maxim of being "Glory of God Focused".

In the middle of the True Church Conference, Bro. Jono sat down with Richard Caldwell to discuss 2 of his sermons on the maxims of a healthy church.

Bro. Jono and Ryan continue the topic of the qualifications of a pastor. This episode is focused on a man's past and current relationships and his stance on divorce.

Bro. Tyler joins the podcast as Ryan and Jono discuss Jono's ongoing exposition of Titus. This episode begins to delve into pastoral qualifications and how a pastor must be leading his home.

Bro. Ryan and Jono discuss his beginning exposition of the book of Titus, recapping his sermon titled: The First Pastoral Lesson. You can listen to the sermon at the link below.

https://smbconline.com/sermon/the-first-pastoral-lesson/

Bro. Jono sits down in front of the congregation to field questions based on his family series of messages.

Bro. Jono is joined by his long-time ministry partner David Brown, currently the pastor of Christ Baptist Church in Murfreesboro, TN, to discuss the trials and logistics of church planting.

With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, Bro. Jono sits down with Bro. Ryan to discuss the role of thankfulness in a believer's life.

Bro. Ryan introduces Tyler Bowman as our new Associate Pastor then recaps Bro. Jono's sermon on the blessings that come from fearing the Lord.

Bro Jono sits down with guest pastor Jason Johns in the middle of Fall Outreach at SMBC.

Part 2 of Bro. Ryan and Jono speaking about Revelations description of Heaven.

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Bro. Ryan sits down with Jono to discuss his last two sermons on Heaven and how the worldly view does not do it justice.

Listen to Jono's sermons here:

https://smbconline.com/sermons/

Bro. Ryan takes a break from the festivities of VBS to sit down with Bro. Jono and discuss the impact it can have on children's ministry and the church body as a whole.

Though the details of why it took so long are up for debate, everyone can agree Bro. Jeff is a highly anticipated guest on the Faithful Expositor. Bro. Jono discusses his 40+ years of ministry and the impact that they have had on each other's lives.

Bro. Jono sits down with Bro. Ryan for a brief update on SMBC.

Bro. Jono discusses 10 practical tenets of his daily walk with God and how they shape his faith.

Bro. Jono breaks down the T.U.L.I.P. acronym and discusses the often divisive points of Calvinism.

The final part of the interview with Bro. David Miller goes into his involvement with reforming Southern Seminary and his thoughts on alcohol.

In session 2, Bro. David goes into the "why" of expository preaching and how instrumental that conviction has been in his ministry. He also implores other young pastors to have that same conviction.

Bro. Jono begins his time with Bro. David Miller discussing his health and what life has been like since Glenda passed away last year. 

Bro. Jono and Joe discuss what Typology is, why it's important, and where it can be found in scripture. 

With Joe out, Bro. Ryan sits down with Jono to unpack a busy week spent in Muscle Shoals, AL at the True Church Conference. They discuss the purpose of the conference and how world missions is exclusively the responsibility of the local church. 

Continuing his exposition of the book of Revelation, Bro. Jono discusses his sermon on Revelation 17 and how it can be difficult to preach some of the uncomfortable passages in the bible. 

On this episode, Bro. Jono is joined by a long anticipated guest: his wife, Kala. Bro. Joe discusses her perspective on the early days of Jono's ministry, their beginnings as a family, and the role of a pastor's wife/parent. 

SMBC's Associate Pastor Bro. Ryan Tilghman sits down with Jono to discuss the early years of a young pastors ministry. As a young pastor himself, Ryan seeks practical wisdom on priorities for new preachers, pastoral parenting and discipling elders.

While preaching a revival down in Lake Butler, Florida, Bro. Jono joined Senior pastor Jason Johns on his podcast to discuss a variety of topics. 

Bro. Jono and Joe discuss Jono's previous message on the person and work of the Holy Spirit. You can find his message on our website.

https://smbconline.com/sermons/

You're either contending with sin, or sin is conquering you! In the midst of preaching Fall Outreach at SMBC, Bro. Derek Melton joins the podcast to discuss his messages and address the false doctrine of "passive sanctification".

Officiating a wedding will become a staple in a pastor's tenure. Though there is room for preference, it is important for a pastor to hold a standard for a wedding ceremony. Bro. Jono discusses his personal wedding policy and marriage counseling strategies. 

"Funerals are for the living". These can be a great chance for pastors to preach to a large number of lost people. The heightened emotions can also cause strife and challenge a pastor's commitment to preaching the gospel. Bro. Jono and Joe discuss the difficult experiences Jono has had and how to navigate what can be a contentious facet of a pastor's ministry. 

Bro. Jono and Joe discuss the Pastor's role in home and hospital visits. It is impossible for one man to handle every visit but it is an important pastoral discipline to practice. This episode focuses on advice and etiquette that is also very applicable to the common church member. 

One of the difficulties a pastor may face with new believers is determining if there has been genuine conversion. While we strongly oppose spontaneous baptisms, it can also be dangerous to stand in the way of someone who has been converted out of fear it may not be genuine. This is why baptismal counseling is so important. Bro. Jono and Joe discuss the process they have deemed most effective and why it is appropriate to do so. 

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

 Bro. Jono and Joe discuss the ordination council hosted by SMBC examining Brock Kilburn. After growing up in the congregations of SMBC and sister church Christ Baptist, Brock has been voted in as the pastor of Liberty Grove Baptist Church. It's a beautiful and rare example of three churches coming together in solidarity to ensure God's will is followed. 

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 in the heart of His people. 

2 Chronicles 7:12-14

To follow along with the revival messages:

https://smbconline.com/sermons/