Articles for Small Group Leaders

How to End a Small Group Well

My wife Vicki and I just closed our small group last night. I will tell you how we did it, and maybe you can glean ideas for how to best end your small group.

How to Know When It’s Time to End a Small Group

Recognizing the right time to end a small group—and understanding why—is essential for cultivating a vibrant church community.

Is Your Small Group Too Small? (And What To Do About It)

If you’ve determined that your small group size is limiting the potential of your gatherings, there are several practical steps you can take.

The Beatitudes of Jesus and Healing Choices for Life

Jesus states each of these eight ways to be healthy as what we call a “beatitude,” and we refer to them as healing choices for life.

Obstacles to Small Group Ministry Growth

Have you ever examined your small group ministry for signs of settling?

How Your Group Can Begin Learning to Pray Together

A small group creates a welcoming environment where people can explore, practice, and deepen their connection with God through prayer. Guiding your small group toward learning to pray can bring about significant spiritual growth and transformation.

How to Start a Discipleship Program: 7 Key Steps

Launching such a program requires careful planning, clarity of vision, and a biblical foundation. These requirements are vital for how to start a discipleship program that is both sustainable and spiritually effective.

52 Church Small Group Fellowship Activity Ideas

Here's a list of 52 fellowship activities that groups in my church have used through the years. This list is meant to serve as an idea starter for your group so you can come up with your own activities and plans for implementing them. The key is to do it together.

Dealing With Negative People in Church

Dealing with negative people in church has been a huge part of my work. I talk with pastors every week who tell me they have large groups of people who are always negative about something they are doing.

Rick Warren: 4 Practical Reasons to Join a Small Group

Why join a small group? Small groups provide the kind of accountability and emotional support we need in order to mature as believers. Here are four reasons why they are important to your congregation.

How to Handle Small Group Conflict

God’s Word makes a difference between constructive conflict and small group pitfalls like senseless quarreling.