Ryan Lokkesmoe

I was given this book by Bethany House Publishing in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.
This book is filled with a variety of topics to cover in a small Bible study group. At the beginning of each lesson are icebreaker ideas to help focus the group and discover how things are since previous meeting. Then the lesson begins with a Bible reading, questions and commentary followed by key points to help others to connect with what has been taught. Each lesson is followed by prayer, either led by the leader or by one of the group. There are sample prayers given. All together each lesson is less than 10 pages long.

I believe this book would be a great choice for those who want to lead a small group but are not sure where to start. It is a great resource and guide book.

I recommend it highly.… (més)

This is a wonderful resource for anyone wanting to create or contribute to a Bible study group. Author Ryan Lokkesmoe shares sixteen relevant topics and devotes a chapter to each one. In each of the sixteen chapters he offers suggestions and he uses the same format with social tips, key ideas in the study, study questions, and prayer prompts. Lokkesmoe also includes many scripture references to help increase our understanding.

16 Bible Studies for your Small Group is easy to use and both novice and seasoned Bible students should benefit from this book. It would also be the perfect addition to a church library.

I received a copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers. There was no requirement for a favorable review and no monetary compensation was given. These are my own thoughts.… (més)

Small Groups Made Easy is a 157-page paperback book designed to help you start and lead a small group study. Author Ryan Lokkesmoe offers many practical tips and some great Biblical starting suggestions in this book that is divided into two parts. The first part, Practical Starting Points, helps you determine what you wish to accomplish and how to work toward those goals. The second part, Starter Small-Group Studies, has twelve planned Bible studies, complete with suggested scripture, sample prayers, and questions. I found this section to be especially helpful and inspiring and it could be easily adapted for personal bible study.

Lokkesmoe states that "a small gathering of Christians is the most ancient ministry practice of the Church" and he encourages us to rely on the Lord as we start to lead and to not let a low attendance deter us. "Just keep meeting and be happy to see whoever shows up."

I received a copy of this book from Bethany House but was not required to write a positive review. These are my honest thoughts.… (més)

It is not easy to lead a small Bible Study Group. Many questions fill the mind. What are the expectations and will there be an interest?

The author of Small Groups Made Easy Ryan Lokkesmoe helps the leader to go into this position with more confidence. In the very first chapter he helps to make the role of a small group leader more clear. He also talks about personal challenges and spiritual concerns. He helped me to see that I do not need to be the perfect leader or be all knowledgeable about the Bible. His tips are easy to understand and to implement. He also includes short small group studies.

I felt that this book was very helpful and I believe the tips given can be used by any leader of a Bible group.

I was given this book by the publisher and NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.… (més)