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10 Ways to Be a Better Listener
Follow these steps for greater understanding, attention, and empathy.
Assess the Health of Your Small-Group Ministry
Be aware of these seven warning signs for small-group ministry.
Guidelines for Group Prayer
Practical principles for an ongoing, transformational walk with God.
The Next Generation of DVD Curriculum
Why film-based curriculum should be the next big thing.
Divorce—How Can We Minister Without Meddling?
A practical look at the boundaries of fellowship groups.
The Small-Group Leader as Spiritual Guide
A step-by-step approach to guiding your group toward spiritual maturity
Hearing and Obeying God's Word
Understanding the difference is vital to life-changing transformation.
Expert Advice for Small-Group Facilitators
Why obedience and a caring heart are all you really need
Prayer Snares
Common habits and practices that can dull our conversations with God
How to Rebuke with Compassion
You'll probably need to use these tips sooner than you'd like.
Listening Repaired
Wisdom from the Book of Proverbs that can help you listen well
Good Questions Show Good Listening
Learn to understand people and help them understand themselves.
Leadership Issues in the Small Group
A working definition of Christian leadership.
Engaging God from the Heart
Finding personal transformation in adversity
The 5 H’s of a Small-Group Leader’s Journey
The journey of leadership starts long before you get the official title.
When a Small-Group Leader is Running on Empty
Are empty tanks always meant to be filled?
Small Groups Sometimes Skip the Agenda
Small-group agendas don't change people's lives. Christ does.
Are You Listening?
Develop the skill of active listening
Listening Leaders
An oxymoron, or an outpouring of love?
Preparing to Listen
There are some helpful ways to train your leaders the art of listening.