by Bob Martin | Jul 27, 2023 | Blog Articles, Group Members, Leader Tools, Leaders and Coaches
Bob Martin When we think of the spiritual disciplines, we usually think about practicing them ourselves. Maybe its reading your Bible more often or having a more consistent prayer life: whatever the discipline, our thoughts go to the individual. But what if the...
by Kayla Pugh | Jan 19, 2022 | Group Members
Group Members Bible reading and prayer are closely connected. If our time in the Word is lacking as Christians, chances are, it will show up in how we talk to God. I have noticed this to be true. There’s a connection between my prayer life and my study of Scripture....
by Guest | Nov 4, 2021 | Group Members, Leaders and Coaches
Leaders and Coaches Do you ever engage with your Small Group and think, “I don’t understand this person’s perspective?” or “Why won’t they listen to my advice?” Externally, you appear to be listening along with the conversation. Internally, though, you’re wondering...
by Bob Martin | Aug 4, 2021 | Blog Articles, Group Members
Bob Martin We all bring our expectations with us into church. The problem is that our expectations aren’t always accurate. Small Groups may not be what you think they are. Here are five misconceptions about Small Groups: 1. A Small Group Is Too Much Commitment When I...
by Guest | Jul 13, 2021 | Blog Articles, Group Members
Guest How is your summer going so far? Would you say it is the best summer ever? What would make it that great? Jesus gives us two commands as the basics for the best summer ever. Back to Basics with Jesus and the Scribe During an interaction that Jesus had with a...
by Bob Martin | May 6, 2021 | Group Members
Bob Martin Suffering surprises us. Our mother is suddenly taken to the hospital. We go through a break-up. Our husband has open-heart surgery. Each person in our group will go through a valley. But here are four things not to say to a friend who is suffering. 1. Don’t...