ReThinking Our Goals
Goals typically beat us. We don’t beat them. Though Matt Cutts isn’t a small groups pastor, the principles he shares are applicable to us in the small groups world. When it comes to achieving our goals, we should start thinking bite-sized, not elephant-sized meals. Want to launch some new groups in 2013? Do a 30 […]
How to invest your time wisely
Why is it that time drags when you want it to pass quickly and flies when you need more of it? It’s not very cooperative! As you are working on your goals for 2013, is your time being spent wisely? Time is the great equalizer. We all have the same amount of it. The difference […]
The 4 secrets of a fruitful ministry
Most people are interested in productivity. But the Bible doesn’t use the word “productivity;” instead, you’ll find there the word “fruitfulness.” God wants us to have fruitful ministries, so I want to show you some principles that will produce a godly fruitfulness in your life. I believe there are four conditions that are essential for […]
10 Things Churches can Learn from the Apple Store
What follows below is a post from Guy Kawasaki who was for many years a “chief evangelist” for all things Apple and who continues to write about excellence in design, marketing, innovation, and retail. In this piece he summarizes some key insights from a book about the phenomenal retail success of the Apple store. As […]
Growing to maturity
When it comes to launching successful groups, having a plan is essential. And part of success must be viewed as creating spiritual maturity. It’s unfortunate, but many churches assume that spiritual maturity happens automatically, so they have no real plan for helping their members grow in Christ. That’s why I encourage churches to be purpose […]
The ‘easy’ prison guard of our souls & small group ministries
Ah…freedom. As I write article I am sitting in a Starbuck’s at 7 a.m., which in itself doesn’t seem too out of the ordinary. Factor in now that I am not a morning person, it is my day off, I was up late, and being here is not my choice…I am a prisoner! […]
7 Ways Your Small Group Can Reach People for Jesus
“Some men arrived carrying a paraplegic on a stretcher. They were looking for a way to get into the house and set him before Jesus. When they couldn’t find a way in because of the crowd, they went up on the roof, removed some tiles, and let him down in the middle of everyone, […]
Hot (and successful) experiences for small groups this summer
image via Terry Lane, CreationSwap Some small groups take a break in the summer, others make sure they are on mission, still more groups use the summer to build deeper relationships with one another and those who don’t yet have a friendship with Jesus. No matter what your group is up to this summer you […]
10 apps to make your life more productive
Are you in productivity, in one way or another? If you’re in ministry, you are. Check out this Forbes article, and see if there are any apps that may help you be more productive this year. 10 mobile apps to make your business more productive (original article HERE) Now that the new year is in […]
The impact of social media
How are you using social media in your 2013 small group strategy? Is it even on your radar?
