Small Groups
You want to disciple your people. Charles Stanley Institute wants to help you.
Jesus had many followers, but there’s a reason He focused His attention on the Twelve. People learn better in small, friendly groups where they can feel safe to ask questions, develop a sense of belonging and acceptance, practice their spiritual gifts, and express their faith.
As a small group leader, you’re on the front lines of ministry—interacting with people who are struggling, have lots of questions, and who long to know Jesus better. At Charles Stanley Institute, we appreciate your commitment and would like to help you.
You want to do a good job for your people and give them a complete picture of the Scripture passages and topics they’re studying. So Charles Stanley Institute Leader Guides have been designed to help you dive into the text more profoundly by describing the context and background of the passages you’re studying.
Filled with additional commentary, timelines, and discussion prompts, you can use them to learn together with your small group or deepen your own lesson preparation time in Scripture.
Commentary: Need a little extra help with what a difficult passage means? It’s essential to know the background and context of Scripture to comprehend what it says. With insight into geography, Jewish culture, and life during biblical times, you’ll have what you need to understand the verses you’re studying.
Discussion Questions: Want to help your students apply important biblical principles to their lives? These discussion prompts will help them consider the ways they operate and make the choices that honor God.
Definitions: There are concepts we talk about in the church, but what do they really mean? With Greek and Hebrew language helps, you can help your people grasp these important definitions.
Maps: Sometimes it’s difficult to grasp what’s happening in Scripture without a visual. Trace the movement of your favorite biblical saints through custom biblical maps that will help you envision the geographical context of their journeys.
Timelines: When did these events occur? Orient your understanding of when Scripture was written and what it was addressing through timelines.
Passage Breakdowns: Ever wish you could see a passage broken down into its original language? Now you can! At the end of each class are word studies to help you construct your lessons.
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Current courses with Leader Guides include: Called to Be a Disciple and How to Listen to God.
