Adult Ministry and Small Group Leaders
Trustworthy training and resources to help grow your small group leaders including podcasts, Bible studies, and more.
Discover New Bible Studies for Your Group
Receive Bible studies twice a year with Bible Study Insider.
Only $50 (valued at over $150)
Includes 12+ of Lifeway’s latest short-term Bible study member books for women, men, adults, and young adults
BONUS $50 voucher included, (equals the cost of membership), to use when you purchase your next Lifeway Bible study
Podcasts for Leading Small Groups
Group Answers
Chris Surratt and Brian Daniel help resource, train, and encourage small group leaders.
Disciple-making in Community
Timely conversations on how to make the most of your church's group ministry
The MARKED Podcast
An inside look at women's Bible studies and events.
Preview Your Next Study - Free Online Studies
Study by yourself, with your group, or with others online across the world!
Free teaching videos from beloved Lifeway authors are available for a limited time
Watch the videos and make notes of anything that stands out to you.
Answer the discussion questions on your own or with your group.
Each week, you'll do your personal study from your Bible study book before meeting online again.
Small Group Leader Articles
4 Ways to Boost Discussion in Your Bible Study Group
Changing things up can encourage your group members to engage in discussion.
How to Connect New People to Your Bible Study Group
Try these three practical ideas for reducing people's anxiety about joining a group.
3 Ways to Get Your Group Members to Stay
Our intentional efforts to help people feel connected can help them "stick."
Bible Study Spotlight: The Storyteller Series
Dive into each book of the Bible at your own pace.
The Storyteller series is designed to be inviting, interactive, and intuitive. Each page draws you in to the story revealed in the biblical text, the larger story of Scripture it's connected to, and how you have been invited to participate in that story yourself.
Five short daily readings each week
Scripture included
Insightful commentary to provide context and clarity
Follow-up questions to help you reflect on what you’ve read
Additional questions to inspire discussion if you meet with a group
Job | Acts | Genesis | Galatians | Ruth | John | Hebrews | Exodus
More studies coming soon.
Check out our great selection of women's Bible studies!
Sunday School Curriculum
Find the Bible study curriculum that's right for your group.
The Gospel Project
Christ-centered, chronological studies help you understand the unifying story of Scripture.
Bible Studies for Life
Tackles real life issues, while creating a safe environment for spiritual conversations.
Explore the Bible
Expository, book-by-book Bible studies for kids, students, and adults.
Access
Access is a trusted resource for adults (and older youth) with learning disabilities.
MasterWork
Current and classic works of respected Christian authors and leaders in a challenging Bible study format.
YOU Bible Study
A Bible study for and by the urban and multicultural church.
smallgroup.com
Customize your Bible studies on virtually every text and topic in the Bible.
Free Spiritual Growth Plan eBook for Ministry Leaders
The free eBook Christ First will remind you of what is most essential and valuable, possibly changing your outlook on your ministry and even your life.
It can be used as a devotional or as a ministry tool—providing questions you or others might not normally ask to help assess spiritual maturity.