Seed: A Compelling Video Series from Priscilla Shirer
I have to admit, this is the first Priscilla Shirer study I’ve ever seen or reviewed. Different than just about every other DVD-driven study I’ve ever come across, Seed (Pack 1) is a very interesting collection. I think that’s the best way to describe it. It’s a collection of talks that grab your attention from her very…
Read MoreA Minute To Win It: A Funny Take on Choosing New Small Group Leaders
Looking for new ideas on choosing new small group leaders? Here’s one. A little crazy, but hey…we’ll try almost anything. Actually, this video could be used at your next leader training. Take a look! Can’t see the video? You can watch it right here.
Read MoreBed Time, Green Beans and Homework
Bed time, green beans, and homework. Can you see how they fit together? That’s right! They’re all thing that are good for us but not what we want. At least when we’re little and don’t know any better*. How do they relate to small group ministry? Easy. Some things are good for you but not…
Read MoreThe Four Biggest Obstacles Standing in the Way of Starting New Groups*
Recently I was in a room full of some very experienced, very sharp minds when it comes to starting new groups*. Admittedly, they were attempting to use the word groups to characterize both on-campus Sunday school classes and off-campus small groups. At one point, a panel of four experts talked about their own personal experiences in…
Read MoreQuotebook: The Upside of Unreasonable
How are you seen by the members of your team? By your peers? What about senior leadership? Are you seen as someone who keeps the peace? Or more as the one rockin’ the boat? I’ve said for years that my dream job title is The Disruptor of the Status Quo. And that’s why I love…
Read MoreIt’s Not Too Late: An Engaging New Study from Dr. Tony Evans
Had a chance over the weekend to take a look at It’s Not Too Late, a new DVD-driven study by Dr. Tony Evans. A dynamic speaker, he’s the Senior Pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship for 36 years and a popular conference speaker. Let me just say right at the top, when I listen in…
Read MoreTop 10 Posts of November, 2012
Here are my top 10 posts for November, 2012. Cool to see I had visitors from 68 countries and 32 languages! New from Beth Moore | The Law of Love: Lessons from the Book of Deuteronomy (August, 2012) How to Launch Groups Using a Small Group Connection (May, 2008) Andy Stanley on Creating a Culture That’s…
Read MoreDon’t Miss Wonderstruck: A Captivating New Book from Margaret Feinberg
Stuck in the humdrum, wake up, get through the day, go to sleep, and repeat tomorrow world? Looking for a way to reawaken the childlike amazement you had the first time you found God’s fingerprints on something? I finally had a chance to take a look at Wonderstruck (the latest from Margaret Feinberg) this week.…
Read MoreJust Give Me a Sign, Any Kind of Sign
I get asked a particular set of questions all the time. Our adult Sunday School attendance has been flat for many years. How can we encourage more of our unconnected adults to join a class? We’ve been stuck at 8 or 9 small groups for 4 years because we don’t have enough leaders. Where can…
Read MoreThree Observations that Made Me a Fan* of North Point’s Closed Group Strategy
Ever found yourself suddenly looking at something you’ve seen many times…and realizing there was actually something else there? Like a Magic Eye 3D image…you suddenly can see the dinosaurs in the background! That’s what happened to me and it caused be to reevaluate North Point’s closed group strategy. If you’ve been along for much of…
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