SG² Steve Gladen on Small Groups

Do you "want to want to read the Bible?" Do you or your groups struggle to incorporate Bible reading as a regular habit? We talk with Tara-Leigh Cobble, host of the Bible Recap, a short digest of a daily bible reading. With millions of downloads, Tara Leigh has been enormously influential in helping people love to read and understand the Bible. She also believes that the Bible is best understood in the context of community, alongside one another in groups. So Tara-Leigh founded and leads D-Groups to deepen Biblical understanding, community, and accountability, and she shares how these discipleship groups can work in any church or community environment. Links:  https://www.taraleighcobble.com/https://www.thebiblerecap.com/https://www.taraleighcobble.com/d-grouphttps://www.mydgroup.org/church ★ Support this podcast ★

In each "Inside Saddleback" Group Talk Podcast episode we feature four unique segments: Saddleback Scoop, Network Nugget, Leadership Learning and the Trending Topic. In this exciting new episode, we cover the following insightful topics:Saddleback Scoop: Your Vision CastingGetting you ready- The moment we are in doesn’t pause the mission we are on! - Ed Stetzer- Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a KNOWN God. - Corey Ten BoomSGPP Vision—focus TRUST—Truth, resilience, Unity, Stewardship, TeachabilityCL Launch--RetreatYou need to set the tone and set it fast!Network Nugget: Your Ability to TAKE, GIVE and WINWhat are you most excited about for the SGN in 2022?TAKE:Physical Lobby February 22 to 24, 2022 - this event will serve YOU- 15 Year Anniversary—everyone attending gets our commemorative coin- New Format: Tracks—New, Veterans, church size- 2 challenge talks for groups you aren’t thinking aboutATTAIN (for small group leaders)  launching 2022 in DC/Baltimore area, Nashville, Dallas, Hawaii and OrlandoGIVE/ TAKE / WIN:- SGN Ideas Book- Win an iPad, Get a course- How to enter- Each idea and if on mailing listLeadership Learning: Your Thoughts on who can leadCould I challenge you? Three easy steps to get Leaders:- Crawl: Subgrouping to figure out who’s next… 3 S’s…no one does apprenticing well- Walk: Raise a leader at a Connection Event—Chapter 16 SGWP- Run: 2 Friends Strategy. Follow me to die for me. What is the highest qualification for leadership—followers (friends). Now we have a structure in place to make sure groups don’t drive off the road! Example of a person going to church talking after lunchTrending Topic: Your Perspective on YOUHow do you maximize 2022?The High-Performance PyramidYou (Corporate Athlete)Physical, Your Body, desires, how you feed itEmotional, Positive Emotions—spiritual disciplines, what goes in…SM?Mental, cognitive—Align, Accelerate!, podcastsSpiritual, deepest values and defining a strong sense of purpose, health assessment, improvement, growth areaMinistry, Long term vision, short term vision—short term crisis helps shape long term outcomesSMALL GROUP MININSTRY—Accelerate! course      Greatest Task of Leadership—Clarify Your SGM PurposeGreatest Task for Your Leadership—Clarify Your PurposeShownotes:www.smallgroups.net/themeshttps://www.smallgroupnetwork.com/lobby-gathering-small-groups/http://www.smallgroupnetwork.com/IdeasBookhttps://hbr.org/2001/01/the-making-of-a-corporate-athlete ★ Support this podcast ★

Has your life been changed by a small group? Do you know someone else who has been transformed? Love God Greatly is a ministry that creates and translates Bible studies in 40 different languages. James Browning interviews Viola Bolbas and Angela Perritt about how God has been using their Bible studies and groups to impact women across the globe. Throughout the interview you'll also hear stories from the women in the groups from several different countries.  If you are interested in groups ministry or if you are a seasoned small group point person, hearing the testimonies of those who are impacted will never stop renewing your heart. To find out more about Love God Greatly, just visit https://lovegodgreatly.com/ And to learn more about the Small Group Network, head over to https://smallgroupnetwork.com/ or join our facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/SGNContact #bible-study #smallgroup #womensministry ★ Support this podcast ★

On this final episode of the year we pause to reflect on our learnings and takeaways from the 12 episodes we did this year. Below you can find all episodes from this past year:   January - Creativity Inc. - https://bit.ly/3qfRpeJ February - Never Split the Difference - https://bit.ly/3yLVXxa March - E-Myth - https://bit.ly/3edS7Ud April - How to Lead When Your Not in Charge - https://bit.ly/3mpOfnt May - Silos Politics and Turf Wars - https://bit.ly/3H2gfp7 June - Art of the Gathering - https://bit.ly/32rpVe0 July - Ted Lasso - https://bit.ly/32oREvI August - Hero Maker - https://bit.ly/32s2IIk September - The Other Half of The Church - https://bit.ly/3mow2Xk October - Made to Stick - https://bit.ly/3H0XAdp November - Hospitality - https://bit.ly/3Fj3AxL December - Live No Lies - https://bit.ly/3qjtefm ★ Support this podcast ★

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Join us for an honest and engaging conversation about NY Times bestseller, "Live No Lies, Recognize and Resist the Three Enemies that Sabotage Your Peace."  Author and pastor John Mark Comer says "the problem isn't that we've been told lies, it's that we end up believing them."  So what are some lies about God, ourselves, other people, church, and ministry that we believe? How are these lies forming or "deforming" our character and life with God? Comer tackles the three sources of lies (devil, flesh, world), challenges us to combat the various lies, and gives some practices to win the battle and live daily in the truth of the Kingdom of God.   No More Lies Book   Lobby Gathering 2022 - Don't forget to use promo code grouptalk to get your $100 off! ★ Support this podcast ★

In each "Inside Saddleback" Group Talk Podcast episode, we feature 4 unique segments:  Saddleback Scoop, Network Nugget, Leadership Learning and the Trending Topic. In this exciting new episode, we cover the following insightful topics:   Saddleback Scoop: Get ready for 2022--DiscipleMAKING   Group Launch (onramp)—DiscipleMAKING - Is it small group or discipleship? - Cost of DiscipleMaking CL Launch--Retreat SGPP Vision—focus TRUST—Truth, resilience, Unity, Stewardship, Teachability   Network Nugget: Lobby Gathering 2022   Our personal look back of the SGN this year Physical Lobby Gathering February 22 to 24, 2022 - 15 Year Anniversary - New Format: Tracks—New, Veterans, church size - 2 challenge talks for groups you aren’t thinking about ATTAIN (for small group leaders)  launching 2022 in DC, Nashville, Dallas and Hawaii SGN Ideas Book   Leadership Learning: 6 questions to survive attackers (within and outside) - What do you do when supporters are your enemies? - 6 questions to ask to survive attackers—2022 will bring tons! - Who am I looking to for support?  - Have I prayed about the problem?  - Have I thanked God for the solution?    Trending Topic: 2 acts of Leadership   2 Duties of Leadership—Clarify Purpose and Saying Thank You - Why Gratitude is important? - How to show Gratitude   Shownotes: 2022 Lobby Gathering   BOTH SCRIPTURE & SCIENTIFIC STUDIES SHOW HAVING A MINDSET OF GRATITUDE YIELDS GREAT BLESSINGS   Gratitude improves your brain and physical health Gratitude creates happiness Gratitude helps you sleep better Gratitude is the antidote to toxic emotions Gratitude improves relationships Gratitude opens the door to people and opportunities Gratitude is the evidence of maturity Gratitude pleases God and brings his blessing   How to show Gratitude Be Specific Using a name says you are important. 48 times Nehemiah uses a personal name. You are important. Focus on the details of what they have done. What you did was important. Be Sensitive Move past the surface and the heart. Recognize the heart when you notice their character. Humility, generosity Be searching Reminder to do it. We get too busy. We think more about how I should be appreciated. If you are unappreciated, appreciate someone. Studies show you get new energy and happiness when you appreciate someone!     ★ Support this podcast ★

Do you remember your first night at group? Do you remember the message you talked about? Or do you remember how they made you feel?  We often overlook how we are intentionally welcoming those new to our community and into our groups. On this episode we are joined by hospitality expert, Sarah Neral, who will share with us practical ways we can impact our groups through biblical hospitality. ABOUT OUR GUEST Sarah Neral is the Associate Director of Community at Hoboken Grace in Hoboken, NJ. One of Sarah’s biggest joy comes from building community and helping people get connected. A North Carolina native, she joined Hoboken Grace in 2011 when she moved to the NY/NJ area and joined staff in 2015. Prior to Hoboken Grace, Sarah worked in Wealth Management and Philanthropic Solutions with US Trust. When she’s not exploring Hoboken with her husband, CJ, and daughter, Lela Rose, you can find her immersed in a great book, planning a party or hosting a friendly gathering. SAMPLE EMAIL Hi NAME, We are so excited you decided to join our small group.  This will be a great opportunity for you to meet others just like you, who are looking for a space to connect, to talk, to listen and to become closer to God. We will come together every WEEK DAY from  ENTER TIME. We'll be meeting SHARE DETAILS. Please feel free to invite others to join our group. Amazing things happen when we come together.   I left my number below if you have any questions.  See you next WEEK DAY! Thanks, YOUR NAME 555-555-5555   SAMPLE TEXT Hey THEIR NAME — This is YOUR NAME. Just sent you an email about our group. If you have need anything don’t be afraid to text.   ★ Support this podcast ★

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