How should we deal with conflict as members of the church, part of a small group community, and amongst friends? Jesus offers a healthy way to address one another when we hurt each other or when difficultly arises within our community. These principles will help guide you in your journey […]
Leader Resources
Does the Bible really say that women can’t be senior leaders in the church? Does the Bible really teach that women are subordinate to men in the home and society? Click link to read Pastor Rich Nathan’s position paper on “Women in Leadership: How to decide what the Bible teaches.“
Women in Leadership
Instructions on hearing Confession Confession is a difficult practice. We are afraid that if people really knew us they would reject us. We don’t want to reveal our brokenness to another person because we think we are the only one who struggles with a particular sin. We all know we […]
Instructions on Hearing Confession
John Wimber developed a helpful five-step healing model to assist in following God’s direction regarding how to pray for a person. This five-step model is not a technique or secret formula that makes healing happen. We must always keep in mind that God does the healing and that his sovereign […]
Vineyard 5 Step Prayer Model
These assessments can be used for you personally or with your entire small group. Spiritual Gifts Assessment Sacred Pathways Online Test – Sacred Pathways Study Guide Spiritual Development Inventory Emotionally Healthy Church Inventory
Personal Assessments
Serving as a Small Group Pastor, Coach, Leader or member begins with a clear understanding of the mission and vision we have for Vineyard Columbus as a church, and for Vineyard Columbus small groups. What follows are some statements and definitions that help clarify what it is we’re aiming for […]
The Seven W’s of Healthy Small Group Life (Andy Saperstein)
Last week, I [Thomas Rainer] wrote on the five myths of small groups. This week, I turn my attention to five deliverables of small groups. For a church to have transformational small groups, it must first recognize how its small groups will equip participants for the mission of God and […]