2011
Cap and Gown, Please
Tips for helping new hosts and group leaders overcome their fears
No More Training Events!
Because you really don't need that many.
J. I. Packer: Fighting Heresy in Churches and Small Groups
Could an ancient practice be the solution for a modern problem?
Just-in-Time Training
A "middle of the road" option for training small-group leaders
An Open Letter to Small-Group Pastors
Why you need to focus on fun with your small groups, and how to actually do it
Sensory Small Groups
Using all five senses to help group members engage
The Power of Active Listening
Learn a skill that is necessary for all small-group leaders.
Running on Empty
What to do when your group has hit a plateau
Why I Love Online Small Groups
And why I think you should, as well
A Proper Understanding of Group Prayer
Here are some questions to answer and ideas to consider.
Thank God for Failure
And use it as an opportunity for growth.
How to Make Prayer a Priority
Don't let the other elements of your group time squeeze out something this important.
Why Caring Is Key
Important information for those who want newcomers to join their group
Grace: How Affordable Is It?
And, as a leader, are you willing to pay the price?
Four Bad Reasons to "Close" Your Group
These common excuses for rejecting visitors just don't pass the test.
Start, Fill, and Keep
Three simple concepts that will make your group more successful
Conflict Within and Between Couples
It's best to deal with issues as they come up.
Four Types of Feedback
There's more than one way to lead.
Leader: MIA
In order to be effective leaders, we must be present and honest about our lives.
Application: The Basics
What keeps most small groups stuck on the surface and unable to break through to experience real life change?