Launching a Group

Use the resources below to help launch a healthy small group.

 

Leading a Group

Use the resources provided to help you in leading your small group.

 

Growing a Group

Use the resources provided to help grow your group into a healthy and God centered environment.

 

Reproducing a Group

Use the resources provided to help grow leaders in your group who will be able to lead a new God centered small group.

 

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How Groups and Mentoring Work: The Basic Commitments

Learn the basic commitments that make our resources work.

Set the Right Tone for a New Group

Setting a healthy relationship environment is essential to get a small group off the ground. Here are some tips on how to start well.

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How to Make Your Group Welcoming to Guests

It can be intimidating to attend a small group for the first time. Will your group make guests feel welcome or weird?

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Small Group Ground Rules

If you want to have a great small group, there are a few ground rules that you need to follow. These will help you to treat each other with love and respect, and above all, to build trust in your group.

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Sharing Christ with a doubter doesn’t require an advanced theology degree. Discover a simple, relational framework to share your faith with a skeptic by listening well, speaking honestly about sin, and keeping the focus entirely on Jesus.

What Is Christian Nationalism?

Discover the meaning behind Christian nationalism. This comprehensive article explores the desire to protect biblical values, warns against toxic political motives, and compares modern movements with the teachings of Jesus.

Is a Person Really Saved If They Don’t Act Like It?

We often wonder if someone is genuinely Christian when their lifestyle doesn’t match their words. Let’s look at what the Bible says about how real, saving faith inevitably produces spiritual fruit and deep heart transformation.

What Did Jesus Teach About Hell?

Many people are surprised to learn that Jesus spoke about hell more than anyone else in the Bible. Explore His vivid warnings, the true meaning of eternal separation, and the good news of His rescue.

What Are the Responsibilities of an Overseer Team?

Discover the power of a shared leadership culture. Explore the biblical model for a pastoral team, the character requirements for overseers, and how pastors equip everyday believers to make disciples.

What Qualifies You to Be an Overseer?

What does the Bible require of church leaders? Explore the strict qualifications for overseers, elders, and pastors found in 1 Timothy 3, and learn why spiritual maturity, home management, and a gentle spirit are non-negotiable for ministry.