Small Group Leaders and Divine Appointments
A divine appointment is simply a God-directed meeting that happens at the right time and place for a specific purpose.
6 Goals of an Effective Small Group Ministry
Key foundational principles that we will live by as we craft the DNA of our church’s community life.
Top 10 Symptoms of Emotionally Unhealthy Spirituality
"We must care about our own spiritual shortcomings before we even look at the shortcomings of others."
9 Tools for Leading a Life-Changing Bible Study
Life-changing Bible study: Having the right tools available can open a conversation around God’s Word that will eventually lead to discipleship.
10 Things No One Told Me About Being a Small Groups Pastor
Being a small groups pastor is hard work. but it’s hard work worth every ounce of sweat, every drop of creativity, and every inch of effort you can give.
3 Ways to Switch “On” Small Group Leaders
Here’s a simple lens to help you see leadership development more clearly.
4 Reasons Pastors Need Community
Why do so many pastors try to go it alone?
5 Toxic Small Group Ministry Moves
They often seem harmless, but they can inflict great damage.
Rick Warren: How to Grow A Small Group On Mission
Small groups often focus on fellowship or discipleship—but don't forget about evangelism or being a small group on mission.
How to Pray When You Don’t Want to Pray
If someone wrote a story of my prayer life, it would probably be titled "A Confused Mix of Wandering and Worrying."
Small Group Outreach Beyond the Walls of a House
“It’s easy to become comfortable in just looking at ourselves, when sometimes the greatest experience of God’s love can be found when we get outside ourselves and focus on loving others.”
6 Reasons Our Discipleship Strategies Miss the Mark
So…if we’re all trying to hit the same target, why are so many of our discipleship strategies missing the mark?
The Four-Step Discussion Method That Works for Any Study
This simple small-group discussion method teaches disciples to obey God.
7 False Assumptions About Introverts
What surprises me, however, is how misunderstood introverts are sometimes.
3 Surprising Benefits of Small Group Silence
Small group leaders are often afraid of silence—but there is something powerful about creating intentional space in a group meeting.
The Therapeutic Benefits of Community
"Whoever isolates himself...breaks out against all sound judgment" (Proverbs 18:1).
Do You Need a Small Group Greeter?
A small group greeter can help your members hit the reset button on their often-overwhelming lives as they walk through the door.
Top 5 Reasons Small Group Leaders Quit
While some leaders quit for good reasons, most quit for reasons that are completely avoidable.
What Do Small Group Leaders Really Need?
"Leaders need to know that you have their back in prayer."
The Power of Small Group Matchmaking Events
Where do you find new people to attend your small group?
Latest News
Ukrainian Church Breaks 300+ Year Subordination to Russia
The Ukrainian Orthodox Church will officially unify in December, signaling the end to their 359 years of subordination to the Russian Orthodox Church.
New Podcasts
Lysa Terkeurst: How to Lead When Your Private Life Is Being...
Lysa Terkeurst faced a major blow to her marriage and two life-threatening illnesses in a relatively short amount of time. She shares how she managed to keep faith in God and keep leading even while her personal life was being severely shaken.
