Practical Multiplication of Grace
by Austin Maxheimer The words we use sometimes do us a disservice in capturing the biblical message. A classic example is when you read “heart” in the Old Testament. In…
by Austin Maxheimer The words we use sometimes do us a disservice in capturing the biblical message. A classic example is when you read “heart” in the Old Testament. In…
by Zach Below I have long said that the innovators of the modern small group movement are master marketers. I’m talking masters on the same level of the man who…
by Austin Maxheimer If we are going to truly Refresh the Church, then alongside the Bible and our favorite Christian authors, we need to be reading the books of our…
by Austin Maxheimer If you have ever been to small group leader training, chances are you have received coaching on creating ownership of your group by divvying up roles: “You…
by Zach Below A few nights ago, my wife and I were reminiscing on our first year in youth ministry. It felt like the world back in 2003 was light-years…
by Austin Maxheimer Is bigger better when it comes to church, or does the old saying ‘Good things come in small packages,’ apply? With growing tension and debate about congregation…
by Austin Maxheimer “Technology is an indication of currency.” – Dr. Michael Lindsay About 10 years ago it seemed like any time a new gadget or gizmo was introduced, someone…
by Zach Below If you are a small group attender I have an assignment for you this week. Look around the room. Who is in your group? Friends? Long-time church…
by Zach Below Some of the most ridiculous photography I’ve ever seen comes from the covers of small- group brochures. Have you seen these photos? The universal picture of choice…
by Austin Maxheimer I’m the Groups Director at our church, but more importantly, I’m a group leader. Every week I gather with my brothers and sisters in Christ and imperfectly…