The “What” and “Why” of Small Groups (7 of 10)

The “What” and “Why” of Small Groups (6 of 10)

Small groups are about Jesus. Okay, let me rephrase that. Small groups should be about Jesus. I readily admit that they are not always about Jesus, but they should be. Actually, small groups are often made up of people who are trying their best to be about Jesus but...
The “What” and “Why” of Small Groups (7 of 10)

The “What” and “Why” of Small Groups (5 of 10)

I have become convinced that the most biblical (and effective) way to understand Christian discipleship is to view it as process-oriented. The Christian life is experienced in a way where we grow in our likeness of Christ by the work of the Spirit progressively, as we...
The “What” and “Why” of Small Groups (7 of 10)

The “What” and “Why” of Small Groups (4 of 10)

Here’s another foundation for small group ministry: “Cut off from God, the human community can choose to receive or reject God’s gracious offering to restore divine-human community. In rejecting intimacy with God, the human community continues in a state...