Meeting in a small group
Additional resources
Books
1-2-1 Discipleship – Christine Dillon
This is a fairly short book that provides a background and Biblical basis to the idea of one-to-one Christian mentoring and has very practical advice on how to go about it. Through real-life examples and practical advice, the book equips readers to engage in transformative one-to-one relationships that deepen faith and cultivate spiritual maturity.
One-To-One Bible Reading - David Helm
If you would like to meet with someone else and encourage them in their faith but not sure what to do or find the idea scary, this book is also very helpful. It provides a very practical and simple guide to spending time with another Christian and ways to dig into the Word together.
Being a Small Group Leader - Richard Sweatman
This is a book for people considering or already involved in leading a small group. It offers practical guidance for effectively leading and nurturing small groups. The author provides insights on group dynamics, communication, and spiritual leadership, empowering leaders to facilitate meaningful growth and community within their groups.
Quotes
What do you think about these quotes about small groups? Are they helpful? Are they saying what the Bible says?
“Sunday sermons are necessary but not sufficient”
Colin Marshall & Tony Payne, The Trellis and the Vine
“The New Testament model for a healthy church is large group worship and small group fellowship.”
“Small groups are not a ministry of the church, small groups are not a program of the church, small groups are not an outreach of the church, small groups are not an event of the church, small groups are the church.”