Facilitate Discussion
A key to successful small groups is leading a life-changing discussion—not giving a lecture. Gain the skills needed to facilitate a great discussion including asking good questions, listening well, and empowering group members to dig deeper.
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Theological Discussions for Everyone
Get everyone involved in meaningful, fruitful discussions.
Answering Tough Questions
How to handle seven difficult questions that are likely to pop up in your small group
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How Can I Lead Great Small-Group Discussions?
Four easy things any leader can do to facilitate growth-focused discussions
Four Keys to Transformational Discussions
Create an environment for life change with these simple tips.
3 Essentials for Disciple-Making Group Discussions
Expert tips for leading your group members to spiritual growth
The Gift of Listening
Attentive listening is hard work, but it's necessary for healthy community.
Create Safe Places for Questioning
How your small group can become a welcoming place for people on a journey back to God
Ask Follow-Up Questions to Facilitate Great Discussion
Quick tips for keeping the discussion moving
Your Bible Study Is Too Small
Understanding the overarching story of Scripture brings context to individual passages.
Tips for Facilitating a Group Discussion
Practical advice for working toward life-change, not spectacular meetings
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Bible Study that Sticks
New research in cognitive psychology shows us how to help people remember what they read.
The Problem of Cultural Relativity in Exegesis
Steps to determine whether a Scripture passage still applies today
Four Opportunities for Multi-Stage Groups
A mixture of spiritual maturity can help small-group members move closer to God and to one another.
Get in the Habit of Icebreakers
These meeting builders can do a lot more than transition you to your discussion.
What Small-Group Leaders Can Learn from Great Preachers
Preaching and facilitating discussions are different, but there are principles to share.
Practical Ideas for Engaging Multigenerational Groups
From marketing well to engaging everyone
Rich and Poor Find Solidarity in Christ
What the first beatitude means for living in community
Facilitate Meaningful Group Prayer
Proven tips to make it happen from an experienced small-group leader.
