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The One Thing

Reach Australia
Evangelism
Church Planting
Christianity
Gospel-Centered Ministry
Reach Australia
Emotional Intelligence
Leadership
Australia
Gospel Ministry
Feedback
Discipleship
Church Growth
Team Dynamics
Church Leadership
Mental Health
Kids Ministry
Community Engagement
Christian Ministry
Gospel
Leadership Development

One solid, practical tip for gospel-centred ministry every week. Reach Australia is a network of churches - working together to seeing thousands of healthy, evangelistic, multiplying churches across Australia.

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Latest Episodes

We finally tackle all the awkward small group questions we’ve been avoiding.

In the final episode of this three-part series, Scott Sanders and Richard Sweatman, discuss the topics about small groups they avoided in the first two episodes.

We explo... more

Healthy small groups don’t happen by accident. Your small groups are only as strong as the leaders you’re raising.

So how do you find the right people, prepare them well, and keep helping them grow once they’re leading?

In part two of this three-pa... more

What if the most important decisions about your small groups are the ones you've never stopped to think about?

In this episode, Scott Sanders chats with Richard Sweatman, author and assistant pastor at Hunter Bible Church in Newcastle, to unpack the... more

If the preaching is faithful, why doesn't the conversation continue after the service?

Tony Payne joins Scott Sanders to explore why every Christian is called to speak God's Word to one another. Discover how simple, everyday conversations can become... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Sweatman
Pastor, Hunter Bible Church
Hunter Bible Church (Newcastle)
Episode: 461 The hidden decisions behind every small groups ministry (Part 1 of 3)
Tony Payne
Lecturer at Moore Theological College, director of the Centre for Christian Living
Moore Theological College / Centre for Christian Living
Episode: 460 Creating a culture of everyday word ministry (Tony Payne)
Ray Copland
From EV Church, membership space lead
EV Church
Episode: 459 Quick wins to keep young adults connected
Holly Stewart
EV Church, MTS apprentice focused on membership at EV Nights
EV Church, MTS
Episode: 459 Quick wins to keep young adults connected
Ben Mansfield
Episode: 458 Room to grow: how and when to add another Sunday gathering
Petrina Enchelmaier
Kids ministry coordinator at Southside Presbyterian
Episode: 458 Room to grow: how and when to add another Sunday gathering
Adrian Haynes
Mission Pastor at EV Church
EV Church
Episode: 457 Follow-up after your mission course - it's a mess (and that's okay)
Des Smith
Author and speaker on generosity
The Cheerful Giver / Generosity Project
Episode: 456 Cultivating the heart of a cheerful giver (Des Smith)
Dave Keun
Senior Minister of Kellyville Anglican Church
Kellyville Anglican Church
Episode: 454 How to Triage Newcomers Without Making It Awkward

Hosts

Scott Sanders
Host of The One Thing
Pete Hughes
Host of The One Thing podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 90 ratings
  • Love it - Super helpful for leaders everywhere

    Love this podcast! Really easy to listen to and very helpful in thinking about ministry and leading a church. The resources in the notes recommended during the episode are super helpful too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zac92
    Australia6 years ago
  • Consistently the most helpful Aussie podcast for churches

    I have been listening to this podcast from the start. I have found it so helpful. I love that it’s Australian, that it deals with one (relevant) thing each episode and provides resources.

    Well done guys, great work, thanks for your help.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NSW 2478
    Australia6 years ago
  • Great stuff

    It’s short and sweet with plenty of important insights and refreshers for ministry. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MattJacobEvans94
    Australia6 years ago
  • Great Australian church podcast

    Love that these guys are Aussies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tom3601
    Australia7 years ago
  • Brilliant Aussie Ministry Podcast!

    ⚡️It’s great to have a podcast that speaks about such a wide range of topics within Ministry, especially the fact that it is super relevant to Australian Ministry! Thanks guys and keep it up! ⚡️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kj_Carlos
    Australia7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate brevity and the weekly one-thing takeaway.
Concise, practical ministry tips that are easy to apply.
Consistently positive, encouraging, and actionable with strong gospel emphasis.
Australian context and focused on local church challenges.

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461 The hidden decisions behind every small groups ministry (Part 1 of 3)
Q: Is there a right answer for how to structure curricula and topics for small groups?
There isn't a universal right approach; a mix of following the sermon, using prepared studies, and allowing leaders to write their own materials provides balance and flexibility.
461 The hidden decisions behind every small groups ministry (Part 1 of 3)
Q: What are some key biblical foundations for thinking about a small groups ecosystem in church life?
Richard emphasizes starting with Scripture to determine what Christians should be doing in their weeks and how groups should function, rather than rushing straight to structures or programming.
456 Cultivating the heart of a cheerful giver (Des Smith)
Q: How do you hold in tension the sacrifice of giving with the joy of seeing impact, and what practical steps help cultivate that joy?
Giving should be sacrificial but joyful, tied to the perception of greater goods and the tangible outcomes of one's gifts; practical steps include daily thanksgiving, prayerful reflection on scripture, and focusing on the lasting impact rather than the sacrifice itself.
456 Cultivating the heart of a cheerful giver (Des Smith)
Q: What is your immediate gut reaction when someone asks you to give financially, and why do you think that is?
The initial reaction is often negative, driven by careful planning and a fear of over-committing; however, when the cause is truly good, there can be openness to giving, especially if there is a sense of partnership and alignment with long-term goals.
454 How to Triage Newcomers Without Making It Awkward
Q: Why is Newish important in the newcomer pathway?
Newish serves as the initial contact after services, setting expectations and giving newcomers a clear sense of direction before deeper steps like life groups or Together.

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Compact, practical takes on gospel-centered ministry delivered in short 15-minute episodes. The show often centers on church growth, newcomer onboarding, member engagement, and practical operational tips for Australian churches, with a steady stream of guest experts and church leaders sharing actionable frameworks. A standout trait is its tight focus and Australian context, making it easy for busy church leaders to extract one concrete takeaway per week. Noteworthy is the recurring emphasis on scalable systems (membership pathways, space planning, volunteer culture) and theology grounded in everyday church practice, which can be appealing to listeners looking for implementable ideas rather than theory alone.

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1. Richard Sweatman
2. Tony Payne
3. Ray Copland
4. Holly Stewart
5. Ben Mansfield
6. Petrina Enchelmaier
7. Adrian Haynes
8. Des Smith

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