How do we challenge members to get out of their comfort zones and invite unchurched women to attend the event? Providing incentives can help members do what they already know they need to be doing. Bring a Friend. Have a “bring a friend” event. You can even go so far as to have an event […]
Archives for September 2011
Answering the “What should I do?” Question
I met a lot of women this past weekend at my Fresh Grounded Faith Conference and for every woman, there was a story. I met women who were newly widowed and teared up as they told me of their loss. I hugged single moms who were hanging on by a thread. I listened to women […]
Telling Your Personal Story
Someday, somewhere you will most likely be asked to share your testimony in public. Following are some tips that are aimed at public speaking, but definitely applicable to sharing your testimony. Use them for yourself and be sure to share them with the woman you invite to share her testimony with your group. Pray. Obviously […]
Meeting the Changing Needs of Women
There are many challenges facing women’s ministries, but there is one that seems to be common to every church size and denomination. That challenge is meeting the needs of all the women in their church body. It is difficult to be “all things to all people” and keep your focus. But we can make a […]
5 Keys to Leading a Bible Study
Whether you are Bible study teacher, leader, or discussion group facilitator, there are plenty of great tools to help you get into the Word, get the most out of it, and share it appropriately. Have a look at some of my favorite thoughts on how to do our best as we communicate God’s truth. Prayer It […]
Words of Grace
“Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.” Ephesians 4:29, ESV Whether we initiate a conversation or respond, we should always speak with grace, considering the grace God has given us. Here […]
7 Biblical Steps to Resolving Conflict
Take the initiative to resolve the conflict. (Matthew 5:23-24; 18:15-17) Even if you think you were the one wronged. Talk face-to-face if possible or by phone. Don’t use email or text. Bring a non-biased mediator if she refuses to meet with you alone. Focus on goals bigger than your personal differences. (Eph 4:3, Philippians 3:12-14) […]