In this episode of the No Regrets Podcast, Steve Sonderman and Albo Esilaba share practical, encouraging advice for churches and individuals hosting the No Regrets Conference on February 7, 2026. With world-class speakers and a growing global audience, the conference will cover topics including parenting, spiritual growth, mental health, work, men's ministry, marriage, and more.

Steve and Albo offer simple tips to help hosts prepare well: build a team so you're not doing it alone, make the event your own by integrating it into your existing men's ministry, get the word out early, and most importantly—pray. Prayer, they remind us, is the front line, and building a prayer team to cover the event is essential.

They also talk about what happens after the conference. For individual men, the goal is to join a follow-up study to process and apply what was learned. For churches, resources like DiscipleMaker 101 and 201 can help turn conference momentum into a disciple-making movement within your church.

There's still time to sign up—whether you're in southeastern Wisconsin or anywhere in the world. You can begin registering now. Be sure to check out the pre-conference Bible study and download the No Regrets app for schedules, details, and updates at https://www.noregretsconference.org.

This week on the No Regrets Podcast, Nate Gruber welcomes Jonathan Misirian, pastor of Southbrook Church in Franklin, Wisconsin. Jonathan reflects on growing up in church, his struggle with Sunday-only faith, and how God drew him into a life of authentic, surrendered leadership.

Jonathan tells the story of how Southbrook Church began intentionally building relationships with their city—reaching out to local schools, the police department, and public works teams simply to say thank you. That small step of appreciation opened doors for real partnership, trust, and influence in the community.

They talk about how living out your faith in everyday life can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to evangelism. Jonathan shares simple, practical ways people can show up and share Jesus in their own way—without pressure to be someone they're not. Evangelism, he explains, doesn't have to be forced; it can be as natural as being faithful, present, and genuine.

Jonathan also reflects on surrender as one of the most powerful acts in the Christian life—something we don't do once, but something we recommit to daily, much like a marriage. As people search for meaning and truth, Jonathan believes this is a pivotal moment to live in such a way that others begin asking questions about Jesus.

Hear more from Jonathan at the No Regrets Conference—register at https://www.noregretsconference.org

Today on the No Regrets Podcast, Nate Gruber talks with Pastor A. R. Bernard, Founder and Pastor of Christian Cultural Center, one of the largest and most influential churches in the United States. Pastor Bernard shares his remarkable story—from being raised by a single mother who immigrated to the U.S., to finding Christ while working in the world of finance, and eventually stepping out of a successful banking career into full-time ministry.

Together, Nate and Pastor Bernard explore what it truly means to surrender to God and follow His calling. They talk about engaging—not avoiding—the culture we live in, recognizing that God works through real-world events and real people.

They discuss what it means to seek the Kingdom of God in everyday life, our responsibility as Christians in the world, and the transforming power of God's grace at work within us. Pastor Bernard also shares powerful insights on spiritual maturity—reminding us that maturity doesn't come with age, but through the responsibility we take for our actions and choices.

He highlights the importance of having clear principles and values that govern decision-making and create healthy boundaries. The conversation also touches on one of the great challenges men face today: isolation, and how spiritual maturity calls us out of it.

This is a rich conversation on calling, character, and living faithfully in the world God has placed us in.

Learn more about A. R. Bernard:
https://arbernard.com
https://www.youtube.com/@ARBernard