

SMBC Principal's Hour Express
Sydney Missionary and Bible College
Principal's Hour is one of the great highlights of the week at Sydney Missionary and Bible College.
Students and staff, along with the worldwide SMBC online family, gather to hear a Bible talk as well as prayers,
engaging interviews and dives into cultural engagement. SMBC's mission is to create learning communities through
which God prepares his people – theologically, spiritually, and practically – to serve Jesus in diverse contexts and cultures.
(This feed contains the Bible talk only.)
Students and staff, along with the worldwide SMBC online family, gather to hear a Bible talk as well as prayers,
engaging interviews and dives into cultural engagement. SMBC's mission is to create learning communities through
which God prepares his people – theologically, spiritually, and practically – to serve Jesus in diverse contexts and cultures.
(This feed contains the Bible talk only.)
Episodes
Mentioned books

Aug 6, 2025 • 33min
Proverbs 10:10-14, 18-21 - Wisely Using Our Superpower
Tim Silberman speaking on Proverbs 10:10-14, 18-21

Jul 30, 2025 • 30min
Proverbs 1:1-7 - The Fear of the Lord
Kirk Patston speaking on Proverbs 1:1-7

Jul 23, 2025 • 35min
Proverbs 8:1-11,32-36 - Why We Need Wisdom
Derek Brotherson speaking on Proverbs 8:1-11,32-36

8 snips
Jun 11, 2025 • 35min
1 Peter 5:1-4 - The Leaders the Church Needs
Derek Brotherson speaking on 1 Peter 5:1-4

Jun 4, 2025 • 38min
1 Peter 4:12-19 - Participating in the Sufferings of Christ? Welcome to the Gym
Anthony Brammall speaking on 1 Peter 4:12-19

5 snips
May 28, 2025 • 34min
1 Peter 4:1-11 - A Plan for Thriving Under Pressure
Derek Brotherson speaking on 1 Peter 4:1-11

17 snips
May 14, 2025 • 28min
1 Peter 3:13-22 - Certain Hope for Embattled Believers
Rob Smith, a speaker at SMBC, dives deep into 1 Peter 3:13-22, focusing on the theme of hope amidst suffering. He showcases the journey of a young believer facing persecution and encourages steadfast faith through Christ's victory. The conversation also touches on respectful dialogues about morality with non-Christians, the importance of apologetics, and the transformative power of suffering for righteousness. Lastly, he shares the inspiring story of Richard Wurmbrand, highlighting perseverance in faith and the hope found in Christ's sacrifice.

May 7, 2025 • 36min
1 Samuel 7:3-17 - Remembering What God Has Done
David Bebbington speaking on 1 Samuel 7:3-17

Apr 30, 2025 • 39min
1 Peter 3:1-12 - Christlike Living in a Difficult Marriage
Derek Brotherson speaking on 1 Peter 3:1-12

Apr 2, 2025 • 37min
1 Peter 2:11-25 - Living ‘Good’ Lives in the Societies in Which We Live
Matt Vander Heiden speaking on 1 Peter 2:11-25