Group Answers Podcast with Brian Daniel

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to Drew Dixon about what church small group ministries can learn from the gaming community. Drew is the Chief Content Nerd for Love Thy Nerd and the co-host of Humans of Gaming. He is also the editor of Explore the Bible: Students and co-hosts the weekly CaPC […] The post Group Answers Episode 212: What We Can Learn From the Gaming Community a...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to Susan Hill about what it takes to edit a Bible study. Susan Hill is a writer, Bible teacher, and full-time editor at Lifeway. She is the author of “Dangerous Prayers: 50 Powerful Prayers That Changed the World,” as well as numerous devotional books. She […] The post Group Answers Episode 211: Susan Hill on Editing a Bible Study appeared fir...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to Mark Croston about his new book, Big Results Leadership, and the Black Church Leadership and Family Conference. Mark A. Croston served as pastor to an urban congregation in Virginia for 26 years. He now serves as National Director of Black Church Ministries at Lifeway […] The post Group Answers Episode 210: Mark Croston appeared first on Ad...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk about four ways for groups to regather this Fall. Upcoming Groups Conferences: Align Denver, June 29 Align Atlanta, October 12 Episode Sponsor Downline Ministries’ mission is to encourage a restoration of biblical discipleship in and through the local church by equipping men and women to […] The post Group Answers Episode 209: 4 Ways to Regath...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to Tim Cosby about how to make coaching work with small group leaders. Tim Cosby is the co-founder of the Coaching-Based Ministry™ model, a revolutionary leadership development program that empowers people to grow spiritually through coaching. Tim’s model was developed to help pastors and Christian leaders with a […] The post Group Answers Epi...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to Dr. Tony Merida about his new book, Love Your Church. Tony Merida is Pastor for Preaching and Vision of Imago Dei Church, Raleigh, NC; Director of Theological Training for Acts 29; and a Council member of The Gospel Coalition. He is the author of […] The post Group Answers Episode 207: Tony Merida on Loving Your Church appeared first on Adu...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to Michael Kelley about how we can better disciple the people in our groups and our families. Michael Kelley is a husband and father of three who lives in Nashville, Tennessee, where he serves as the Sr. Vice President of Church Ministries for LifeWay Christian Resources. […] The post Group Answers Episode 206: How Can We Be Better Disciple Ma...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to Steve Gladen about the philosophy behind the new small groups conference, Align. Align is a one-day conference that will help you learn the Small Group Ministry essentials. This training is designed to set the Small Group Point Person (SGPP) of your church up for […] The post Group Answers Episode 205: Steve Gladen on Why Small Groups Need...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian, Chris, and Brandon talk about the three prayers everyone should pray as the enter into a discipleship relationship. They also talk about Brandon’s next step back into the local church full-time. Episode Sponsor No matter how many people you have on staff at your church, there’s only so much […] The post Group Answers Episode 204: 3 Prayers to Pray as You Di...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian, Chris, and Joel talk about the pros and cons of using video teaching in your small group. Episode Sponsor No matter how many people you have on staff at your church, there’s only so much you can accomplish in a day, right? Your church exists to serve your community, […] The post Group Answers Episode 203: The Pros and Cons of Video appeared first on Adult M...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian, Chris, and Brandon continue the series, Tips for Leaders, by talking about how to truly rest in Jesus. Episode Sponsor No matter how many people you have on staff at your church, there’s only so much you can accomplish in a day, right? Your church exists to serve your […] The post Group Answers Episode 202: Tips for Leaders: Rest appeared first on Adult Min...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to Mary Wiley about her recent book, Everyday Theology, and why studying theology is important for everyone. Mary Wiley is the author of Everyday Theology. She holds a BA in Christian studies and English from the University of Mobile and an MA in theological studies from The Southern […] The post Group Answers Episode 201: Mary Wiley on Everyd...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris continue the series, Tips for Leaders, by talking about how we can think differently about summer this year with our groups. Online Bible Study Lifeway Bible Studies Podcast Episode Sponsor No matter how many people you have on staff at your church, there’s only so much you […] The post Group Answers Episode 200: Tips for Leaders: Thinking Differen...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris kick off a new podcast series, Tips for Leaders, with tips on leading couples groups. Episode Sponsor No matter how many people you have on staff at your church, there’s only so much you can accomplish in a day, right? Your church exists to serve your […] The post Group Answers Episode 199: Tips for Leaders: Leading Couples Groups appeared first on...

On this episode of Group Answers, Brian and Chris talk to bestselling author and literature professor, Karen Swallow Prior. Karen Swallow Prior, Ph. D., is Research Professor of English and Christianity and Culture at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. She is the author of Booked: Literature in the Soul of Me (T. S. Poetry Press, 2012), Fierce Convictions: The […] The post Group Answers Ep...

On this episode of Group Answers, Chris talks to Will Johnston about how we navigate tough conversations in our groups, especially after the events of January 6. Will Johnston is the Director of Build Community at Eastside Community Church in Anaheim, California. Will graduated from Wheaton College with a degree in theology, did a two-and-a-half year […] The post Group Answers Episode 187: Leading...

Session 6 The post Knowing Jesus Ep. 6 – Seeking in Our Doubt appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Session 5 The post Knowing Jesus Ep. 5 – Experiencing the Kingdom appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Session 4 The post Knowing Jesus Ep. 4 – The Path to Life appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Session 3 The post Knowing Jesus Ep. 3 – Spiritual Growth appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Session 2 The post Knowing Jesus Ep. 2 – The Power of Faith appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Session 1 The post Knowing Jesus Ep. 1 – Revealing His Identity appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Audio Trailer The post Knowing Jesus – Audio Trailer appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Session 8 The post Making Space Ep. 8 – Hospitality appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.

Session 7 The post Making Space Ep. 7 – Parenting and Family appeared first on Adult Ministry . CLICK HERE to read the report from Lifeway Research about the state of groups.