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Annie Tan: Letting God Lead the Way

Annie Tan arrived at SMBC with a 10-year plan and a heart for serving God in Japan. Now in her second year of full-time...

Tim Silberman presenting at the SMBC 2026 Global Mission Conference
Articles Dr Tim Silberman
Where Should I Go?: Four Lenses to Discern Missionary Location by Gospel Need

If you’re aspiring to become a missionary, how do you decide what country to go to? There are many factors to consider: your giftings,...

"Naaman's Wife" by Frank William Warwick Topham, 1888. Public domain.
Articles Rev Dr Kirk Patston
2 Kings 5: What Can an Enslaved Young Female Victim of Forced Migration Do?

In a book written to expose the disastrous consequences of Israel wanting a king like the nations, the author provokes us to keep seeing...

SMBC student, Darcy Brown seated outside with College community enjoying lunch on a sunny day
Stories SMBC
Darcy Brown: Discovering a Path to Ministry

Darcy Brown spent years convinced he wasn't the ministry type. After restless teenage years, his life dramatically turned towards Jesus. Now Darcy is a...

Colin Buchanan playing guitar in front of audience, against colourful backdrop
Articles Colin Buchanan
Colin Buchanan: Five Foundations for Ministry to Children

Colin Buchanan is a household name for many Christian families. After decades of experience in clearly communicating the gospel to children, Colin shares his...

Group photo taken on The Bridge Cultural Study Tour with Hannah, fellow Bridgies, and a local family
Stories SMBC
Hannah Kramer: How The Bridge gap year grew her passion for mission

"A funny little story – I remember my teacher saying to me in early high school, 'Hannah, I wouldn’t be surprised if one day...

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Articles J. D. Payne
J. D. Payne: 2026 Mission Conference Keynote Topics

J. D. Payne is the keynote speaker for the SMBC 2026 Biennial Global Mission Conference. He is the Professor of Christian Ministry at Samford...

Derek Brotherson preaching in Principal's Hour to full lecture room
Articles Dr Derek Brotherson
1 Corinthians 13, The Most Excellent Way: Why Love Matters

In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul makes the astonishing claim that we could do great exploits for God, sacrificing much in the process, and yet...

Ben Powell speaking at Principal's Hour in front of lecture room full of students
Articles Dr Ben Powell
Ben Powell: A Biblical Vision for Power and Partnership in Multicultural Ministry

What determines who has power, or status, in a ministry team? The question emerged in an international meeting with a group of mission workers...

Colin Buchanan playing guitar and singing in front of colourful backdrop
Articles SMBC
The SMBC 2026 Children's Ministry Conference

With over 1000 people, and over 200 churches represented, the SMBC 2026 Children’s Ministry Conference on 2 May was our biggest ever. People attended...

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Articles Dr Tim Silberman
Increasing the Missional Climate of Your Church

In 1974, Lesslie Newbigin returned home from 40 years doing missionary work in India. As he arrived back in the UK, he was struck...

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Articles SMBC
Over 140 Years Combined in Cross-Cultural Ministry

At SMBC, 16 of our faculty and staff have over 140 years combined years serving in cross-cultural mission. We give thanks to God for...

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