Articles for Small Group Leaders

Why Become a Disciple-Making Small Group Church?

One of the most tragic realities in the present day church is that she is void of the leaders necessary to accomplish the vision the senior pastor has been given. A disciple-making church produces leaders who produce leaders.

It’s the Most Wonderful Time . . . for Small Groups!

Practice these three steps, add some of your own, and you'll enjoy the most wonderful time with a merry small group.

Small Group Purposes During the Holidays

December can be a month full of meaningful celebrations, worship, service, learning, and outreach. Below are 5 ways fulfill your small group purposes together during the holiday months, despite busy schedules.

Assumptions About Introverts in Small Groups

I’ve written before about the assumptions about introverts before and how I adapt with it as a pastor. What surprises me, however, is how misunderstood introverts are sometimes.

Does God Have Favorites?

We all have favorites. But does God have favorites? I don't think so. God doesn’t see anyone of us as more deserving of his love.

The Irresistable Power of Small Group Prayer

When it comes to group building and group leader building, small group prayer is an often overlooked tool. Everyone knows praying is an integral part of groups, but it can often become an afterthought, instead of a leading effort.

Healthy Correction in Small Groups

Healthy correction will sustain a church community and where it will allow relationships to thrive within a small group ministry.

3 Steps to Good Communication

It certainly looks like everyone is talking but very few are trying to communicate or listen. If only there were 3 steps to good communication. But wait--perhaps there are!