Launching a Group

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

How to Lead a Small Group Discussion

People grow when they can participate in discovering and sharing the truth together. The resources at pursueGOD.org will help you lead engaging conversations with that result.

How to Help Someone Pursue God| The “FLEX” Method

Ready to help someone pursue God? Empower your conversations with these three simple steps.

Bad Answers to Good Questions

What to do when someone answers a discussion question in a way that is not quite right.

Dealing with the Small Group Dominator

Many small group leaders must deal with people who dominate the discussion during a meeting. Here are a few tips for dealing with a dominator.

Encouraging Quiet People to Share in Groups

How to encourage quieter people to participate in small group discussions.

Help Your Group Get Comfortable with Prayer

Praying together can be a powerful experience for a small group. But group members are often uncomfortable praying aloud. Here’s how you can help develop a common prayer life as a group.

When Someone Drops a Bombshell in Your Group

Sometimes a member of a small group will drop a shocking, major bombshell on the group. There is no way to prepare in advance for a shock you don’t know is coming, but if you are flexible, your group can rise to the occasion to be used by God. Here’s how.

When Your Small Group Gets Off Track

Tangents and rabbit trails can take your group off track at any time. As a leader, it is your job to manage group tangents. Here are a few tips.

Posts not found

Posts not found

3 Tips for Finding Conversations for Groups or Mentoring

Finding a conversation for your small group or mentoring meeting is one of the simplest ways to make sure your time together is well spent.

3 Simple Tech Tips for Every Group

Leading a group by printing out discussion guides or workbooks is fine, but using technology in your group is even better. Try these simple tips for using technology in your group…

3 Ways to Connect to a TV for your Group

Using the pursueGOD resources with your group (or family) works best if you connect to a TV so everyone can see videos, articles, and discussion questions.

More Ministry Topics

See what’s new in our “Ministry” category or browse all topics.

How Did Napoleon Impact the Birth of Zionism?

Though Napoleon’s Middle Eastern campaign failed, his political recognition of the Jewish people and his role in Jewish Emancipation changed history. Learn how this French Emperor paved the way for the modern return to Israel.

Why Is Ephesians 3:2–6 a Hotly Debated Passage?

Does Ephesians 3:2–6 describe a brand-new plan for the Church or the fulfillment of an ancient promise? Explore the debate between Dispensational and Covenant views on this key passage.

What Is Chiliasm?

Chiliasm is a term used to describe the belief in a literal 1,000-year reign of Jesus Christ on earth. While it sounds like a complex theological word, it actually points to a beautiful, ancient hope that the early church held dear: that Jesus is coming back to set everything right.

How Did the French Revolution Impact the Birth of Dispensationalism?

The French Revolution and Napoleon’s rise didn’t just change politics; they changed how Christians read the Bible. Learn how these events paved the way for the birth of dispensationalism.

What Can Christians Learn from the Mormon Church?

While the doctrines differ, the Mormon church excels in areas like family discipleship and organization. Discover four practical lessons Christian leaders can learn from the LDS “all-in” culture while staying rooted in the true biblical gospel of grace.

Who Is Abigail in the Bible?

Abigail from the Bible is one of the most remarkable examples of wisdom and courage in the Old Testament. As the wife of a foolish man named Nabal, she stepped into the gap to prevent a massacre and turned an enemy into a friend. Her story teaches us that being a...