by Rick Warren
 We're going to begin a new series this month on the Principles of
Leadership. For the next few months I am going to be writing about how you can learn to
lead like Jesus by looking at examples from His life. I speak to various groups of leaders throughout the year. These groups
include pastors, corporate CEOs, and political leaders. All of these
leaders have the same thing in common: they want to know how to be
better leaders. [ Read full article]
Ten Things to Think About Before Starting a Small Group Ministry
by Steve Gladen
 Are you starting a small group ministry, or are you thinking of
retooling an existing small group ministry? Here are some points you
might want to consider before moving ahead. - Know where you are headed. When you look at a
believer, a follower of Christ in your church, what is it you want them to look like, act
like, "be"? Too many start a small group ministry because it's the
thing to do. It may not be the thing to do. Once you know what you
want, then you can back up and decide what will get you there.
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by Steve Gladen
 Looking for ways to bring health and balance to your small groups?
Why not give them some suggestions on how they might balance the
biblical purposes in their groups?
Fellowship: Find out when and where another group from your
church is meeting. Show up unannounced at the beginning of their meeting
and explain, "You have been selected to be ambushed with love!" Unveil
some treats you have brought for them, give a few hugs, and leave.
Return to your usual meeting spot for some laughter, fellowship, and
your own Bible study and prayer time. [ Read full article]
"Pastor, can I stop by your office and talk with you?" Those of us who
serve as pastors have all received phone calls that begin with a similar
question, and each time we know that we are about to assume the role of
a "counselor." It is part of our calling as caring shepherds. We want
to help, and we do our best to offer sound Biblical counsel. Sometimes
we get to experience the joy of knowing that we have given encouragement
to a person who is hurting. Other times the problems run deeper, ...
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