The Field Guide for Small Group Leaders provides basic training and support to help small group leaders succeed in the critical mission of leading others toward spiritual growth and transformation. 
The premise of serving as a small group leader sounds simple: Invite people to join you in studying the Bible. But the real-world implications of that role are incredibly complex. Today's small group leaders are asked to function as semi-experts in theology, psychology, evangelism, worship, apologetics, counseling, education, and nutrition--all in service to God and His church. Most of today's group leaders receive little or no training on how to carry out this important work. They are told to "Go and make disciples," then left to figure out the details on their own. 
Sam O'Neal (a small group leader himself), wrote The Field Guide for Small Group Leaders to help fellow leaders navigate this confusion and map out a plan for successful, transformational, and rewarding meetings. The Field Guide provides helpful information on: Curriculum and planning. Learning styles. Icebreakers and learning activities. Crafting discussion questions. Worship and prayer. What to do when things don't go as planned. And more. 
Whether you lead a small group, life group, or Sunday school class, this guide will give you confidence and practical tools for fostering meaningful connections, genuine community, and spiritual growth that so many are desperate for.

The Field Guide for Small Group Leaders: Equipping Everyday Believers for Life-Changing Community

Religion & Spirituality

O'Neal, Sam

Christian Books & Bibles

Thomas Nelson

Tolkien fans have long awaited the release of The Hobbit movies. With the first film due in theaters before Christmas, these fans will be primed to find out all they can about the spiritual themes in the story's mythological world. This book explores good versus evil in Tolkien's writings, the spiritual quest of Bilbo Baggins, the guiding hand of God's providence, and much more. The author specializes in taking complex topics in religion and literature and making them accessible to every reader. A great gift for Tolkien book and movie fans.

The Spiritual World of The Hobbit

Literature & Fiction

Bell, James Stuart

History & Criticism

Bethany House Publishers

A Bible uniquely designed to have a Bible study inserted into every chapter of the Bible to spark deep conversation in small groups and deep thought during personal time in Scripture. 
The NKJV Bible Study Bible provides a study guide for every chapter of the Bible. Use this Bible to encourage discussion in a small group study or for further engagement in your personal devotions to gain a deeper understanding of any chapter in the Bible. Additional materials provide directions for leading a group through studies on specific topics such as the names of God, prayer, salvation, and suffering. 
Features include: Double-column typesetting with guides set in boxes after each chapter Over 1,200 study guides for each of the 1,189 chapters of the Bible to guide deeper thought and conversation about Scripture Designed for both small groups and individual study Topical study guides ranging from 4 to 13 weeks on key subjects allow readers to easily map out studies on important subjects for themselves or their group Presentation page allows you to personalize this special gift by recording a memory or note Book introductions provide a concise overview of the background and historical context of the book about to be read Articles that guide how to lead a group discussion and better study God’s Word Concordance to look up a word’s occurrences in the Bible Ribbon markers for you to easily navigate and keep track of where you were reading Full-color maps show the layout of Israel and other biblical locations for better context Clear and readable 9.5-point NKJV Comfort Print

NKJV, The Bible Study Bible, Hardcover, Comfort Print: A Study Guide for Every Chapter of the Bible

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NKJV, The Bible Study Bible, Leathersoft, Turquoise, Comfort Print: A Study Guide for Every Chapter of the Bible

There are countless helpful resources available to the small group leader. As managing editor of smallgroups.com, Sam O'Neal has seen the best of them come and go. They tend to deal with the big vision of small groups--how they can revolutionize your church and transform your congregation. Or they consider the big idea of small group ministry, how it reflects God's communal vision for us. But sometimes a small group leader just wants to know how to survive the next meeting--not how to instruct and correct or shock and awe, but simply how to set the table for a life-changing encounter with God. The Field Guide for Small Group Leaders focuses in on the small group gathering as spiritual event. Useful to newly minted leaders and as a ready resource for small group experts, this go-to guide helps leaders prepare themselves to prepare their groups for the adventure of a collective encounter with a great God.

Field Guide for Small Group Leaders: Setting the Tone, Accommodating Learning Styles and More

Did Creation happen in 24-hour literal days? What was the role and function of a prophet? Why did Jesus use parables so often? What is the purpose of Communion? Are Christians required to read the Bible every day?
The Bible is a source of faith, morality, and understanding of God and salvation for millions of people around the world. It is one of the most revered books of all time, but the ancient language and confusing writing style of its stories can often make it hard to decipher their most important meanings. The Bible Answer Book is an authoritative reference guide designed for both frequent Bible readers and those discovering the text for the first time, and it addresses the most common, confusing, and controversial questions that Christians encounter as they study the Bible.
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<li>What is the purpose of baptism? </li> <li>Who were the disciples and apostles? </li> <li>What was significant about the Ark of the Covenant? </li> <li>What is apocalyptic literature? </li> <li>What are the different types of psalms? </li> <li>Who was John the Baptist? </li> <li>What does the Bible say about divorce? </li> <li>What will heaven be like?</li>
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Written in an easy-to-read, question-and-answer format by Bible expert James Stuart Bell, The Bible Answer Book is a reliable tool that will give you insight into the origins, history, and practices of the Bible and the Christian faith.

The Bible Answer Book: Over 260 of the Most Frequently Asked Questions

Bell, James

Reference

Sourcebooks

Find wisdom and inspiration in one of the greatest adventures ever told.
Let this audio book be your guide as you discover hidden truths embedded in J.R.R. Tolkien’s epic adventure. As one of the best-selling books of the last 100 years, and now a blockbuster movie, the magical charm of The Hobbit has delighted millions. But there is a spiritual dimension that will strike an even deeper chord. The Spiritual World of the Hobbit will take you behind the scenes, revealing Tolkien’s beliefs and motivations. From there it will walk you step-by-step through the story itself, uncovering powerful themes of providence, mercy, and courage that are as important in our own lives today as they were to the hobbits in Middle-Earth.
As you take a closer look at this timeless tale of good vs. evil, you will be filled with wonder once again. For you will see that at the heart of The Hobbit, Tolkien embedded images of faith and spiritual longing that are sure to inspire us all.

The Spiritual World of the Hobbit

History

World

Oasis Audio

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