Tag: Habits

Developing Spiritual Gifts (with Assessment)

Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms (1 Peter 4:10 NIV). Everyone has a gift. Followers of Jesus are expected to use their gift(s) to serve one another. When they do, two things happen; first, they mature spiritually; and […]

Connected, but alone?

Sherry Turkle, Professor at MIT, gave a Ted talk in the 90’s saying social media held incredible promise to connect humans together. In 2012, she reversed her position and said social media is keeping us from real human connection. Her TED talk, “Connected, but alone?” has 3 million views.

YouVersion Bible App

Over 180 million users have downloaded the Bible app from around the world. Here are five ways the Bible app can help you and your group grow spiritually.

Using the R.E.A.P. Journaling Method (w/Example)

The Bible needs to be read, interpreted, and applied, in order for it to produce life change. Developing the habit of journaling will help you get more from your Bible reading, and produce more satisfying spiritual growth. R.E.A.P Method of Journaling Read: Read the assigned section of the Bible from your daily reading plan. Underline […]

Five Things to Bring to Daily Devotions

1. Bible – There are many devotionals on the market, but nothing can replace reading the Bible for yourself and allowing the Holy Spirit to mentor you in life. Select a Bible that uses contemporary language that you can understand. 2. Bible Reading Plan – Systematically read through the Bible. YouVersion has many different types […]

Stay Connected

Ministry flows out of a relationship with Christ. Apart from Him we can do nothing. We lead at our best when we are responding to the grace, love, and mercy of Christ in our lives and sharing the same with those in our group. The best way to stay connected is to foster the habits […]