Essential Skills and Competencies for Leading a Small Group

Small group of Christians meeting together for Bible study, fellowship, and mutual support.

This is an ongoing Bible study research project that started when I was challenged to help develop a class that trains group members to become group leaders. As I started to plan the study, I realized I needed a list Continue reading Essential Skills and Competencies for Leading a Small Group

Top 10 Most Important Things for Christians Today

What are the top ten answers to the question: What are the most important things for a Christian?

The ten most important things for Christians in the world today center on upholding the core tenets of faith, living out the teachings of Jesus Christ, and engaging with the world in a manner reflective of biblical principles. These aspects Continue reading Top 10 Most Important Things for Christians Today

How to use ChatGPT to compose backstory for favorite hymns

How to use ChatGPT to compose backstory for favorite hymns

I love the old hymns because I grew up with them and heard the backstory of who wrote them under what circumstances. But the modern listener, who doesn’t know those details, cannot have the same appreciation. Therefore, I am presenting Continue reading How to use ChatGPT to compose backstory for favorite hymns

Ten considerations before appointing church leaders

Taking time to approve church leaders ensures godly, faithful, experienced, proven leadership

In this Bible study, we will discuss 10 essential considerations that must be taken into account before appointing leaders in the church. Through examination of relevant Bible verses and Greek and Hebrew definitions, we will explore the importance of having Continue reading Ten considerations before appointing church leaders