Advantages of Small Groups

Ask the Superintendent
Enrichment Journal Interview with Thomas E. Trask. The concept of small group ministry is as old as the day of creation. In this quarterly interview, General Superintendent Thomas E. Trask reflects on his years of pastoring and the place small groups had in the life of the church.
Love Flows through Small Groups at LakeShore
North Texas District Q & A with Pastor Brad Howard
Christians Grow In Groups by Billie Davis
Rooted in their needs not to be lost, people are social beings created to fellowship with God and with each other. A small group is the best soil for development of community and growth.
The Power and Potential of Small Groups by Brett Eastman
Principles that have unlocked amazing growth and community outreach for church after church can happen in your church too.
Why SMALL Groups are Such a Big Deal and Getting Bigger Everyday! by Brett Eastman
Small Groups: Loyalty Builders or Loyalty Busters by Carl George
In a properly administered small group system, division and disharmony are not the threats they have been in the past. The author has observed a five-stage adoption process that churches have gone through to achieve loyalty among their small groups.
Small Groups: The Sure Way to See Lives Changed by Chip Ingram
To Cell or Not to Cell by David Lim
Cells are useful for fellowship, ministries and gifts, growth, and direction. If your church is not reaching its full potential in these areas, are you willing to pay the price.
What’s The Big Deal About Small Groups? by Neal F. McBride
Why was a small group such an important part of Jesus’ ministry?
Look Back, Leap Forward by Gary L. Mcintosh
Churches can be prisoners of the past. But the core values that gave meaning in the past can help churches develop vision for the 21st century. A great article for helping you make the transition to small groups.
Small Groups: Incubators of Discipleship by John Townsend
Small Groups Help a Church Grow Smaller and Larger by Andrew Martin and Jon Walker
Breaking Through the Attendance Barrier by Rick Warren
Fellowship: Experiencing Life Together by Rick Warren
Relationships are Essential for Spiritual Growth by Rick Warren
Relationships: The Glue that Holds your Church Together by Rick Warren
Small Groups Give Every Member Personal Care and Attention by Rick Warren
Growing the Church through Small Groups: How One Church Does It

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