By Marissa Postell Sullivan NASHVILLE, Tenn. - As churches continue ministry in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, many are finding it increasingly difficult to grow their small groups. However, churches continue to report new commitments to Christ and changed lives. According to a Lifeway Research study, the authority of Scripture is foundational to churches’ groups … [Read more...]
The Gospel Project launches new discipleship tools for small groups and families
By Joy Allmond NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP) -- Since its inception in 2012, The Gospel Project has been used by nearly 1.5 million adults, teens, and children. And that’s just been in Sunday school. Now, two new Gospel Project resources make it easier for families and small groups to engage in discussion about Scripture with a clear understanding of how each text fits into the … [Read more...]
Southern Baptists helping start 100,000 new groups
By Bob Smietana NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Lifeway Christian Resources is challenging churches to start 100,000 new Bible study groups by the end of this year. The new groups initiative is a partnership between churches, state conventions and Lifeway. It’s designed to help long-time churchgoers jump-start their faith and to help new believers grow spiritually, said Bruce … [Read more...]
