Why Small Groups?
Do you have a firm grasp of why small groups are important? Learn for the first time or take a refresher course on what makes small group ministry so unique and important. We'll help you articulate what you've already experienced for yourself in small groups.
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Making a Case for Small Groups
Gain practical tips for helping others understand the value of small groups
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Casting a Vision for Small Groups
Use these step-by-step resources to successfully spread the word in your church.
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Building a Culture of Discipleship
Encourage your entire congregation to grow spiritually as a community.
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5 Ways to Motivate People to Join Small Groups
Plus, two tactics that do not work to get people to join and stay involved.
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Discovering "The Why" For Your Small Group Ministry
Why context, connection, and purpose matter for making disciples.
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Physical Presence Matters
Face to face time is important and small groups can help meet this need.
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A Brief History of Small Groups (part 1)
Exploring the development of small groups in the Bible and the history of the Church
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A Brief History of Small Groups (part 2)
Exploring the development of small groups in the Bible and the history of the Church
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What Was the New Testament Church Like?
Acts 2 house churches have a lot to teach today's small groups.
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5 Ways Small Groups Empower Women
Providing opportunities to serve, developing leaders, and more
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Our Small Group Carried Us Through a Medical Crisis
They walked with us in one of the worst times of our lives.
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My Journey from Extinction to Life
Small groups brought me hope and healing when I was desperate.
More than Just Bible Knowledge?
When our church grew almost overnight, we needed a plan to disciple our new, "milk-only" members.