Write the following incomplete phrases on small pieces of paper (one phrase per paper). If you have a big group you may need to use the phrases more than once or write more of your own. Put them in a hat or bowl and pass it to each person. Have each person take one. Encourage your group to complete their phrase and then ask them (but always allow a person to pass) to pray their phrase.
"Worship Him and then serve Him only" said Jesus (Mt. 4:10). With that short phrase, Jesus forever established Christian priorities: Worship first and service second.If you're like me, I have the tendency toreverse that order. I want to do, to accomplish, to perform. Yet, Jesus gently reminds me that He's not impressed by my actions as much as my communion with Him. He reminds me that the Father is ...
Reading groups encourage unity and lead to some deep discussion.
by Randy Hasper
Every pastor knows that growth as a Christian requires more than a Sunday experience. I want to give the congregation something worthwhile to do between sermons to stretch their intellect and their faith.
I started a reading group.
Today, homemakers and house painters read and discuss Kierkegaard. Hair stylists and law officers read Augustine and Bonhoeffer and Pascal. And they love it. My first group ...
Download this hymn for free to enhance your group worship time.
The Hymn Project
Worship should be an essential part of most small groups. However, few group leaders are professional musicians, and many feel nervous or inadequate when it comes to leading other people in song. Fortunately, SmallGroups.com has partnered with The Hymn Project to bring you a variety of classic hymns that can be used in your group. Each hymn includes an MP3 track played on solo piano, as well as the ...
No one wants to lead worship, and Darryl's tone deaf—what does he do?
The Small Group Network Community
Darryl is tone deaf. He got kicked out of choir in sixth grade. Dogs howl outside the church building when he sings. Let's face it, he just can't carry a note. But his group wants to worship together. As does Darryl. Darryl asked the group who would lead a worship time, but no one responded.
What should Darryl do?
Here are Your Responses:
Read a selection from Scripture (or a medley of verses) on praise ...
Four sessions of activity-based learning emphasize repentance, obedience, perseverance, and gratefulness to help you get things right.
Most of us can recall times when we felt empty, ashamed, or selfish. Is there anything we can do to get rid of those feelings? How does God feel about us when we feel this way? How can we help others going through this rough time?
Perfect for groups of students or adults, this four-session course emphasizes principles for dealing with life's doldrums. This Bible-study course is specially designed for ...
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