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Substance abuse is a problem that millions of people struggle with each day. Even when people try to stop abusing various types of addictive substances, relapse is common. Starting a substance...

This is a method of group spiritual direction which can assist some healing process to be occurred.

Christian parenting has as much variety .Formulas do not fit every kid and there is a high learning curve for how to negotiate faith and childrearing in a balanced way. However, finding resources...

Being connected with other Christian womens to study the Bible and for prayer and fellowship. It is also a great way for your spiritual growth and is an opportunity- to begin a ministry of...

Church operations run more smoothly when congregation members get along with each other. Although Scriptures such as Leviticus 19:18, address forming constructive relationships with neighbors,...

Organization is a necessary part of forming a church choir. Outlining your program involves planning and communicating what needs to take place in order for the choir to become a functioning part...

Small-group learning activities make each student is accountable for his own learning. Students are able to share ideas without the intimidation that comes from large-group interaction. Small...

Youth groups often help students learn vital life lessons. Whether centered on a passage from the Bible or focused simply on getting students to connect with one another, activities within youth...

Keeping Christian lesson plans fresh and exciting for teen youth groups can be a daunting task. You can help keep kids interested by incorporating activities and games that allow them be involved...

Bible games for a group help teach the word of God and form a bond within a group. Group Bible games reinforce Christian lesson plans. They're a great alternative to traditional party games for...

Team-building exercises mean something different to everyone. In their most basic form, an activity that encourages and promotes a group to bond in some way is a group-building exercise. From...

Working with youth is hard work. Keeping young people interested in church activities is tough, with so much competition from school, sports and after-school activities like dance and music...

Playing games is a great way to find spiritual guidance while maintaining a certain level of fun and keeping the lessons interesting. Especially for kids and teenagers, finding a way to connect to...

The Bible's primary purpose is to teach about one's salvation and relationship with God. But the Bible also has much to tell and teach about everyday life. One subject that preoccupies and tempts...

Just a cursory reading of the Bible can change a person's life and fascinate even the harshest skeptics. An in-depth study of the Bible reveals multiple levels and deeper meanings that can inspire...

Using the Bible for games ensures that your youth group activity is not just wasted time, and is actually a time of learning for the youth. A 2007 survey conducted by LifeWay Research showed that...

The key to building a successful community of single adults within your larger church population, is balance. If you can be inclusive of all types of singles, but also minister to the unique needs...

Youth ministry requires entertaining activities to keep your teenagers engaged. However, it's necessary that you not only provide entertainment, but also avenues for your youth group to develop...

If you're a Christian, meeting regularly with other Christians can help your spiritual growth in a number of ways. By praying together, you can encourage one another and remain involved in each...

Leading a youth group Bible study can be an exciting and rewarding experience, and there are many different ways to conduct one. With so many options, the group leader must carefully plan a study...

Becoming a missionary is a major decision, especially when it involves a family. You'll want to make sure your spouse and children catch the vision and participate in the decisions: a close,...

Getting today's teens involved in Bible study can be a challenge. Teenagers frequently equate religion and Bible study with boring and old-fashioned. They are not content to sit through a series...

Youth ministry programs provide a way for teens to grow in faith with peers. Often as teens grow older, they look back at their time in youth group with fondness. Lifelong friendships are built,...

In many cities, parades happen regularly throughout the year. Participating in a local parade can be a great way for a religious group to connect with the community, share their views and...

Just like any other get together with friends, forming a Bible Study is easy. You can establish a group online or right in your living room. All you need is your bible, questions or comments and...

When coming together to perform tasks such as missions and charity work, it is of utmost importance that a group trust one another. Although these exercises are best for team building, they can...

The youth group is going on a retreat. The worship team needs a new sound system. The children's puppet team needs new puppets. The list goes on. Ultimately, your church group needs to make money....

Churches use retreats for women to revitalize those in leadership positions as well as show appreciation for their service. Lay people enjoy retreats too. For them, it's a time of fun and...

Preparing to lead a Bible study can be fairly easy and pain-free. However, keeping the group interested and satisfied may be the tough part. The group leader leads the group and provides a...

Churches often have so many members that it can be hard for people to connect and get to know one another. Small group Bible studies provide an opportunity for members to interact and get to know...

Effective group Bible studies facilitate more than scripture study, they provide a place and context for building relationships and putting Biblical principals into practice. Consider these ideas...

Small groups are a gathering of usually ten or less people, allowing a more intimate interaction with others over a common purpose. A leader's position within a small group rides a fine line...

Churches offer a number of ministries geared both towards serving members of the congregation and members of the community. Although specific job descriptions and ministries may vary from one...

Starting a Christian care and support group is a wonderful way to give back to the community and your faith. This kind of group can be an invaluable resource to other Christians in your community...

When someone new walks into a church, I don't think those who already attend realize what a difficult challenge it can be for someone who has no connections to anyone in the church. Learning the...

Bible study is one of the nicest ways to enjoy your free time at home and to study the Bible with friends and family. It's a way to understand the meanings of the Bible in a pleasant atmosphere...

When people hear about mind control techniques, they either think of dangerous ideas such as cult brainwashing or lesser known and usually more innocuous efforts such as NLP hypnosis. Mind control...

Most youth group leaders have faced the problem at one time or another of dealing with a group of kids who are so close-lipped that no one is saying a word. The best way to get everyone talking is...

Organizing a youth group means there is a long term commitment on your part. The organizer can be either a youth member or anyone in the congregation who sees a need to have a youth group....

The term "blood cult" evokes many images, concepts and theories in the human mind. Blood is the liquid substance that keeps all humans alive, and a cult is a group of people devoted to beliefs and...

How to reach contemporary audiences has always been a source of debate among Christian believers. Nowhere is this more evident than among youth ministries, which are experimenting with many...

If you are an avid Bible reader and wish to teach others what you know, starting a Bible study group is a great way to go about doing this. It's also a great idea if you wish to learn more about...

Keeping teenagers away from trouble is an important priority in today's world. Having activities and a support network of their peers as well as adults are vital. Interesting and fun activities in...

Do you have a large church or a small church? It doesn't matter, every church can benefit from having small groups for people to get together during the week and share in each others lives!

A Cult is any Charismatic Group (see "Tips" below) that favors recruitment over training causing rapid expansion without proper growth--just like cancer, but make no mistake: they play...

Cults can be scary, mind-numbing places and you probably want to go out of your way not to associate with them. But they can also be tricky. Cult members will sweet talk and manipulate to bring in...

Leading a Bible study is a very important task that should not be taken lightly. If you are new to leading Bible studies, you may be apprehensive about your ability to teach and guide your group....

So, you want to change the world. How do you change the world? Does it seems impossible or hopeless Well, it's not. Just take the advice of Gandhi, "Be the change you wish to see in the...

You will learn how to find a small group Bible Study.

If you are inspired to start a bible study or small group with your age group or someone you want to inspire, here are some things I found helpful when starting my group.