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Training Others To Lead
Throughout the world today many committed Christians are witnessing the dynamic impact of small groups.
Discipleship Journal, Issue 73 | 02/27/06
Biblical Metaphors For Disciplemaking
Disciplemaking is a joyful task, but it also carries great responsibility.
by Neal F. McBride, Discipleship Journal, Issue 67 | 01/09/06
"Are Regular Family Devotions Possible?"
My wife and I want to have family devotions with our children, but no matter how many times we've tried, our good intentions dissolve.
by V. Gilbert Beers, Discipleship Journal, Issue 72 | 12/05/05
Are You A Leader?
Six skills and how to build them.
by Bob Pike, Discipleship Journal, Issue 64 | 11/28/05
Nine Questions To Ask Before You Confront
What's wrong with sweeping conflict under the carpet?
by W. Terry Whalin, Discipleship Journal, Issue 71 | 11/14/05
Marks Of A Disciple
How can you identify a true follower of Christ?
by Lorne C. Sanny, Discipleship Journal, Issue 61 | 11/07/05
The Three Stages Of Group Growth
Is your small group going through growing pains?
Discipleship Journal, Issue 70 | 10/31/05
Five Ways To Keep In Touch
Here are some ways to develop group closeness outside of meeting times and to maintain contact when the group takes a break.
Discipleship Journal, Issue 73 | 10/24/05
Getting Your Feet Wet With Kids In Small Groups
One of my favorite things about children's ministries is seeing all the "firsts": the first time a two-year-old hears the Easter story; the first time a child sings "Jesus Loves Me." But one of the most powerful "firsts" is when a child experiences real Christian fellowship.
by Jane Van Wyk, Discipleship Journal, Issue 66 | 09/06/05
A Strange Unity: The Twelve Apostles
One of the most striking features of the first disciple group was the diversity of character it contained.
by James S. Stewart, in The Life and Teaching of Jesus Christ | 08/15/05
Why We Need Small Groups
We were not called to go it alone. There are millions of people in America who claim to know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Yet look at what is happening to the moral fiber of our country. Look at the difference we are not making.
by Roberta Hestenes, Discipleship Journal, Issue 41 | 08/08/05
Moral Failures and Small Groups
The moral failures of Jim Bakker and Gary Hart have splashed across the front page and the evening news. But Bakker and Hart are not the only ones with clay feet.
a conversation with Cal Thomas, syndicated columnist for The Los Angeles Times, Discipleship Journal, Issue 41 | 07/04/05
In His Steps: Following God's Lead In Helping People Grow
We can't make people follow God, but there are some things we can do in partnership with the Holy Spirit to influence them.
by Alice Fryling, Discipleship Journal, Issue 67 | 07/04/05
Surfers and Other Disciples
What kind of model do we want those we're discipling to follow?
by Michael J. Wilkins, Discipleship Journal, Issue 61 | 06/27/05
Who, Me? Make Disciples?
The key is not in the technique but in the heart.
by Lee Brase, Discipleship Journal, Issue 30 & 61 | 06/13/05
Teamwork
Issues: Are you a lone-ranger Christian—or one who has discovered the challenge and reward of being bound together with others in the worlds most noble cause?
by Leroy Eims, Discipleship Journal, Issue 5, 1981 | 05/09/05
Are You a Leader?
A leader is a person who has followers. That may sound simplistic, but it's a practical definition.
by Bob Pike, Discipleship Journal, Issue 64 | 04/25/05
Troubleshooting In Small Groups
Problems show up in even the best groups. Here are some of the most common group problems, with symptoms and suggested solutions.
Discipleship Journal, Issue 66 | 04/18/05
Being a Small Group Member with Your Mate
Every marriage needs spiritual food! Why not meet regularly with your spouse and create your own small group!
by Dr. Gary Smalley | 04/04/05
We're in this Together
Discipleship isn't something we do to people as much as it's something we are.
by Robert N. Nielsen, Discipleship Journal, Issue 67 | 03/28/05
Seven Keys to Helping Others Grow
Much of what I've learned about discipling has come from my friendship with Brian. Like Paul and Timothy, Brian invested many hours with me.
by J. Michael Basler, Discipleship Journal, Issue 67 | 03/21/05
Why I Need a Small Group
During this past year, I was in a couples' Bible study group. It continued even through football season. (All of us can look at our schedules and say we don't have time. But we each have to just make the time for those things that are vital to our lives.)
by Coach Dan Reeves, Dr. Howard G. Hendricks, & Rebecca Manley Pippert, Discipleship Journal, Issues 42-43 | 03/14/05
Suggestions to Help Your Group Members Open Up
"Perfection" can keep your group from being healthy
by Dr. Larry Richards, from Discipleship Journal, Issue 45 | 03/07/05
Fellowship: Knowing God Is the Root of Rich Relationships
John began his first epistle by reflecting on the fact that he had actually met the God of heaven and earth—the one who spoke and brought everything into existence, who flung the stars into space by a word, who breathed into man the breath of life.
by Walter A. Henrichsen | 02/28/05
Barriers to Community and Intimacy in the Church
Possibly the biggest barrier to community is our tradition of rugged American individualism.
by Dr. M. Scott Peck | 02/21/05
Being a Small Group Member with Your Mate
So you've decided to join a couples' small group? Are you wondering how this may look different from other groups? How can you get the most out of this experience as a couple? Your decision to put some special effort will reap incredible benefits in the life of your marriage.
by Dr. Gary Smalley | 02/14/05
How to Lead Small Group Bible Study Discussions
Why do some Bible study discussion groups sparkle with interest and worthwhile discoveries, while others seem to drag-even though all are studying the living word of God?
from Discipleship Journal, Issue 6 | 02/07/05
Small Group Constitutions
What is a small group constitution? It's a written list of the most important things you and others in your group need to keep the group running successfully, during group time and in your individual lives.
from Making Love Last Forever | 01/31/05
Invest Yourself In People
Many of us try to gain respect from others by earning some kind of credentials. Yet the life of Paul indicates another value that ought to take precedence.
by T. Max Melonuk, Discipleship Journal, Issue 24 | 01/24/05
Small Group Strategies: Strategy for Metropolitan Areas
In 1995 a group of 70 churches in Boise, Idaho were coordinated by our ministry, Mission Media, to present a series of presentations on video taught by Gary Smalley. We rented our local convention center and recruited local radio and television to help with the cause. Over 1000 people attended each week for four weeks. We then took the concept to a deeper level.
01/27/03
Six Small Group Killers
Smalley Online—The old gunslinger stumbles in the dust, clutching his side. He turns to the youngster, his eyes already glazing over, and coughs out, "Ya can't dodge a bullet if it's got yer name on it, Kid."
by Neal F. McBride | 01/13/03
Small Groups: Strengthening the Church In a Big Way
"Many very generous Christians find themselves increasingly tired and dispirited not so much because the work is hard or the success slight, but because they feel isolated, unsupported, and left alone."
by Peter Mayberry | 01/13/03
What are Qualifications of an Effective Small Group Leader?
If you're going to be invovled with small groups, you need to know what it takes to lead …
01/13/03
Preventing Leader Burnout
It seems like you never have enough leaders to go around. The ones you do have are burned out. Why is it so hard to find people to lead small groups?
by Judy Hamlin | 01/13/03
Finding and Keeping Great Small Group Leaders!
Liz had just been appointed leader of the small group that met every Monday evening in her home. Her pastor had asked her to lead it when he found out she'd been a small group leader at her university.
by Gareth Weldon Icenogle | 01/09/03
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