5 Studies to Launch new groups after Easter
Transformed: How God Changes Us is the latest study from Rick Warren. Anchored in the apostle Paul’s profound truth in Romans 12:2, this study explores what the Bible has to say about seven essential areas of our lives: Spiritual, Physical, Mental, Emotional, Relational, Financial, and Vocational.
If you’re looking for a study that will connect less frequent attenders, Transformed has a number of advantages. Rick Warren’s name is very recognizable and deals with a topic that is fairly cross-cultural (who doesn’t wish they could change something about themselves?). You can read my full review right here.
Jesus Is ______: Find a New Way to Be Human is an eight-session small group study that reveals the character of Jesus in a powerful way. Judah Smith is the lead pastor of The City Church, a multi-site church with thousands in attendance each weekend in the Seattle area.
If you’re looking for a topic that might appeal to infrequent attenders, you might want to consider Jesus Is _______. Virtually no one has a problem with Jesus, and many people who don’t believe He is God are still intrigued by His teaching and influence. You can read my full review right here.
Overwhelmed: Winning the War Against Worry is a six-week, DVD-driven study on a topic that is dead-center for many, many people. Perry Noble, the founding and senior pastor of NewSpring Church, “a growing, vibrant church with multiple locations all over the state of South Carolina,” is a gifted communicator and teacher, convicted about speaking the truth as plainly as possible.
The application elements that are built in to the Bible study book are really exceptional. Some very good work has crafted an excellent experience. I loved Overwhelmed, and I think you will too. You can read my full review right here.
[7] Seven Questions that Rattle in the Minds of Most Men is a powerful new study based on a seven-week study that has been offered at North Point over the last several years. Now available from North Point Ministries, this is a resource you need to be aware of.
Offering a selection of studies could engage a larger number of unconnected people. It’s easy to imagine this study grabbing the attention of the unconnected men in your church. You can read my full review right here.
The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands is a new study by Lysa TerKeurst. In this six-session video-based Bible study, TerKeurst shares how to make better use of the two most powerful words: yes and no. Using Biblical teaching and practical insights, this study will help you be more equipped to discern the best answers for your life.
I am always looking for studies that will interest a broad cross-section of adults. When I can find a topic that appeals to new Christians and seasoned veterans—and will even appeal to friends and neighbors—I know I’ve found a winner; what I call a cross-cultural study. You can read my full review right here.
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