Book Suggestion: Bo’s Cafe
What does grace, love, and community look like? That is the task of group leaders who want to create relational environments where people experience spiritual growth. Bo’s Café is a quick, inspiring read, that beautifully paints the opportunities and challenges of leading these kinds of groups. From the book: High-powered executive Steven Kerner is living […]
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 […]
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 […]
Daily Devotions and Leadership (VIDEO)
Two leaders describe their journey in establishing the habit of daily devotions and its impact on their leadership (7:23)
Celebrate Change
Keeps the focus on the purpose of the group. When we take time to celebrate life change it encourages one another in our spiritual journey. Often times, there is change going on but we have not taken the time to notice. Seeing life change keeps people motivated. Who doesn’t want a highly motivated group?