Archive for the ‘Small Group Leader Tips’ Category
Leading a Great Bible Study part 2
A well designed study will make you look like the world’s greatest small group leader. Once you have a good study, all you need to do is be a good facilitator. Here are a few tips that will help be an excellent facilitator. {…To read more, click on the Article Title above…}
Leading A Great Bible Study part 1
When we study and apply God’s Word, His life-transforming power is unleashed inside of us. But to experience the power of God’s Word, we must open up our life to its work. I believe the small group is an ideal setting for this to happen and I want to help you lead engaging, stimulating and life-changing small group Bible studies. {…To read more, click on the Article Title above…}
How to Build Friendships in Small Groups
I tell new group leaders that the most important thing they can do when launching their group is to create opportunities to build relationships. Once the relationships are built, everything else in the life of your group will be enhanced. So what can you do to build friendships in your group? {…To read more, click on the Article Title above…}
What Makes an Irresistible Small Group
I have a weakness for chocolate chip cookies. But honestly, who doesn’t? I especially love freshly baked, made from scratch, chocolate chip cookies. Making cookies is a lot like making a great small group. You mix in the right ingredients and you get something that’s irresistible. {…click on title above to read more…}
What Makes a Great Small Group Leader?
Surprisingly, the answer is not knowledge, special skills, personality, or even super sainthood (whatever that is). In my experience, the biggest obstacle to people becoming great small group leaders is willingness. Think about this biblically for a moment. The disciples, with one notable exception, all became great leaders. But what were their qualifications? None of them were Bible scholars, none were seen as spiritual leaders, and their personalities were all over the map. They seemed to have only two characteristics in common, a faith in God and a willingness to step up when Jesus said, “Follow me.” {…click on title to read more…}
