Phase 1: A group member recognizes an unmet biblical expectation.
2: The individual experiences discomfort as he becomes aware of the need for change.
3: The small group leader wisely guides the group member toward change from the inside out, recognizing that what we believe in our innermost being drives our behavior (Ps. 51:6).
4: The small group […]
Partnering In Ministry
One of the exciting developments we saw coming out of the just-finished community- wide 40-day fast was a commitment to partnering in ministry to effectively reach people for Christ. This has been a long time in coming and something which, as it continues to develop, can radically change the Tri-Cities and even move […]
GROW group leaders, this is a night just for you. Not only is the Sunday night, March 9 Leadership Briefing a night to hear upcoming small group opportunities (like a retreat and Sharefest) from the staff of Bethel, but it is also a night filled with activities that draw out the wisdom of your fellow […]
Especially this year, the Bethel staff directors are running hard after being leaders in the pursuit of a deeper relationship with Jesus for our church. Thought it might just be a good prayer list for you as you lift up the leadership of Bethel and these goals toward making disciples:
Teri Pearson: doing a pursuing-Jesus book […]
Bethel’s Ordinary Day with Jesus Retreat will be held on Friday night, March 14 (arrive at 7:00) and Saturday, March 15 (until 3:00) at ABC Mountain Retreat, about 2 hours from here. It’s focus is to pursue a deeper relationship with Jesus, away from the distractions of normal life here. Lodging is in group […]
Stephanie Samuel is one of the most passionate prayer warriors that I know at Bethel. When I heard her name in conjunction with a new prayer initiative at the church, I had to find out more. Stephanie often teams with Tina Lagonegro, who also gave input to these thoughtful answers. May you be inspired […]
During the recent holiday season, our grow group decided to sponsor a family by getting them a gift for Christmas. We learned that their infant daughter was in Spokane having heart surgery when we decided to sponsor them. I remember thinking, what a terrible thing to have to go through, especially at the Christmas season. […]
In an open group, the leader needs to regularly cast vision to invite new people to come to the group. He or she can do this in a variety of ways:
· Make sure you have a group covenant that includes the group’s purpose to grow and multiply.
· In your prayer time make sure that […]
(when extra grace is required)
by Steve Gladen
In the life of any small group, there comes a time when the leader has concerns and struggles about how to handle difficult people in the group. With many different personalities attending a small group each week, the small group leader must have a firm handle on how to […]
Pastor Dave Hilliard, you may or may not know, has the official title of Pastor of Assimilation, or integrating people into Bethel so that they can become better disciples of Jesus Christ. He went on a sabbatical last summer, and God gave him and idea or two on how to take people deeper into the […]
