Small Groups

Small group leaders. Flock leaders. Christians. Whether you realize it or not, all of us are called to be biblical counselors. That is, we are called as believers to minister God’s Word to other people in various ways. Ephesians 4:11-16 teaches us that all believers are to be equipped for ministry and to speak the truth in love. 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 reveals that we are called
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Accountability can be defined as “mutual disclosure leading to increased obedience.” As leaders, you must seek to move your accountability times from shallow superficiality to transparent vulnerability. Your desire should be for everyone to be honest and transparent about their walks with Christ each and every time you meet. When this happens, mutual disclosure happens. However, the end goal of accountability is not simply mutual
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The first small group meeting is important because it’s the first time that your group gathers together and so it’s also a time where guidelines and expectations can be established. That said, this past Sunday at the Lunch ‘n Learn we had a group discussion question devoted to best practices during your first small group meeting. The wisdom in the room was evident as leader
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“And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.” -Hebrews 10:24-25 As Christians, we are to strive to live like Jesus. In part, that means that we’re to love what he loves. Ephesians
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Here are some articles and resources I’ve come across over the past few weeks that I hope and pray you find both edifying and helpful to you. 3 Small Group Myths – Philip Nation does a great job exposing and debunking the following three commons myths that people have about small groups: (1) Small groups are just for fellowship, (2) People in small groups should
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Involvement in a local church and accountability to its leadership is integral to Christian discipleship. So as people make Trinity their home church and get involved in a small group, it’s important that you and I encourage them to pursue church membership. I’ve found that as men and women are encouraged to become members, the most frequently asked question is, “Is church membership biblical?” I
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Spiritual multiplication is a non-negotiable in the kingdom of God. Jesus has commanded us to make disciples. At Trinity, the Small Groups Ministry is primarily about discipleship and spiritual multiplication. Part of the multiplication process in our small groups involves choosing and leading apprentices so that eventually your group can multiply and your apprentice couple can break off and lead their own group. Here’s a
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Over the past couple of weeks I have come across a few articles and blogs that I’ve found particularly helpful and edifying. Some of them directly and indirectly relate to your ministries as Small Group Leaders so I thought I’d share them with you. I hope and pray that you too are blessed by these resources. 4 Ways Small Groups Work Together With Sermons –
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