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Derek Brotherson preaching in Principal's Hour to classroom of mixed students
Articles Dr Derek Brotherson
Wisdom – The Forgotten Gift?

In fulfilling the Great Commission, we often focus on God's Spirit, Word and prayer. But is wisdom the forgotten gift? God's wisdom, embedded in...

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Stories SMBC
Nick Hood: Raising the Next Generation

Nick studied at SMBC between 2009 and 2018. He and his wife Lorelle have four children and worship at Lake Mac Evangelical Church. Nick...

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Articles Jasmine Lee
Beyond Competency: Why Character Matters Most in Ministry

Why do ministry leaders burn out or crash out? The answer lies beyond competency. Spiritual formation and character development are essential for sustaining ministry...

Rohan Benn, SMBC student, smiling professional portrait
Stories SMBC
Rohan Benn: Ministry in the Marketplace

The produce and the people of Sydney’s fruit and vegetable markets are Rohan Benn’s passion. He worked alongside them for over 20 years. Now...

Portrait of Richard Chin and Derek Brotherson on SMBC campus
Stories SMBC
Richard Chin: Reflecting on 30 years of Student Ministry

After 30 years in university student ministry, with 23 of those years as National Director of AFES, Richard Chin is finishing his role at...

Vintage photographs of missionary Gladys Aylward overlaid on red map showing journey from London to Yangcheng
Articles Rachel Ciano
Gladys Aylward: The Small Woman with a Big God

What does a tiny woman with no formal qualifications, rejected by mission agencies and armed only with a battered suitcase and bold faith, have...

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Stories SMBC
Lifting God High from the Lowest Valley

With raw honesty and persevering faith, Ed Grudier's book ‘Lifting God High from the Lowest Valley’ is a companion for the broken-hearted, pointing to...

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Articles Kristen Young
Intentionally wasting time

Intentional, informal time with people creates profound opportunities for pastoral care and gospel transformation that we might miss when being 'efficient'.

Tim Donald walking past Cabramatta markets with fresh fruit and vegetable stalls displaying colorful produce
Stories SMBC
Tim Donald: Crossing cultures in Sydney

Tim is an SMBC graduate serving as Senior Minister at Cabramatta Baptist Church in South West Sydney. His ministry communicates the gospel across diverse...

Waiting is a worthy response. Black and white photo of travelers waiting in modern airport terminal with large windows and seating areas
Articles Rev Anthony Brammall
Waiting is a worthy response

Waiting feels like such a waste of time. We’re not very good at it. But for God’s people, a lot of waiting goes on.

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Articles Ben Powell
The Decision Decade: Gen Z and the church

A quiet surprise is unfolding in the spiritual landscape of the West. For decades, the path of faith between the ages of 15 and...

Josh and Ali Reeve with their four children in a picturesque landscape in Albania
Stories SMBC
Josh & Ali Reeve: From SMBC to Albania

Josh and Ali Reeve came to SMBC already with a heart for Albania, and particularly children living with disability. After completing their studies, Josh...

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