Small Group Life: Formation

Small Group Life: Formation offers the casual, comfortable feel of a small group dynamic while providing sound Biblical teaching rooted in Scripture. Designed to be provocative and conversational, a sense of community is cultivated where hearts come alive and relationships grow!

About (Episode 1) Formation:
This introductory Episode of Small Group Life was created to take everyone in your small group on a journey into their own spiritual formation. Because we are spiritual beings, created for an eternity, we are always in the process of being formed spiritually. Every thought we hold, every decision we make, and every action we take each contributes to who we become. In this way, life becomes God's customized curriculum for each of us. But, as in every story, ours also has a villain who works tirelessly to de-form what God intends to work for the good.

Formation's 6 thematic topics are:

• Purpose
• Enemy
• Redemption
• Atonement
• Mystery
• Community

How the PDF Version works:
With your purchase, you’ll receive a digital version of the Study Guide in PDF and RTF files. Just download, customize as you like, and print. The $30 fee also gives you a license to print unlimited copies of the study for your group. There is one PDF/RTF file for each scene for a total of 12 individual files. This makes for a smaller file size in case you want to e-mail one to your group members. If you prefer not to use this downloadable version, the Study Guide is also available in a standard printed version.

Each PDF Version Includes:

• 1 zip file containing 12 individual PDF/RTF files
• 6 topics per Episode (each having 2 scenes), therefore can be used as a 6 or 12 week study
• Embedded Leader Notes, for seamless guidance
• Leader's Guide that provides more helpful hints
• Scripture Notes in the back of each scene
• Free downloadable videos for each lesson online
• Kids (K-6th grade) are included, too! Free downloadable lessons online
• Family activities & devotional ideas
• Sound Biblical teaching; every lesson rooted in Scripture
• Adherence to Lifeway's adult ministry strategy: Connect, Grow, Serve, Go

Benefits:

• Easy: Leaders can prepare in as little as 5 minutes!
• Streamlined: Each lesson can be completed in less than an hour
• Affordable: This digital version can be more affordable than the printed version
• Customizable: RTF files are completely customizable. You can insert or delete copy and images
• Flexible Structure: Meet as often as you like; either every week or less frequently
• Convenient: Purchase a subscription, at retail stores, or download customizable lessons online
• Family Friendly: Kids lessons are included, too, and easy enough for a teenager to lead
• Engaging: Each scene poses provocative questions that stimulate conversation and nurture spiritual growth
• Relevant: Study notes developed by Steve Gladen, small groups pastor for Saddleback Church