Church Toolbox
Then Jesus said to His disciples, “If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me.
~ Matthew 16:24
~ Matthew 16:24
- Https://studyandobey.com/ Free Practical and In-depth Bible Studies
- https://bibleproject.com/downloads/ Download free bible resources including study notes, scripture references, and posters.
- https://www.cru.org/us/en/train-and-grow/bible-studies/download.html -Free Online & Downloadable Bible Studies
- https://open.life.church/-Access over 100,000 resources to lead and grow your church. From sermon notes to kids’ lessons and worship materials, the Life.Church Open Network gives you everything you need to inspire and equip your congregation. Join thousands of pastors who are using these tools to reach their communities for Christ—completely free.
- https://secure.cbn.com/grow/resources.aspx?mobile=false&q=grow/resources.aspx – CBN’s free resources for new believers
- https://forministryresources.com/new-you-bible-study/– 4 week Bible Study for new believers
- https://open.life.church/resources/6098-you-said-yes-new-believer-devo – This book helps new believers learn what their decision to follow Jesus means. Each day includes daily thoughts from the Bible and ways to put them into practice. The devo answers questions like “what does this mean,” “what should I do,” and “what does this change?” Use this tool to guide those beginning their journey of following Jesus.
- https://ruralministry.org/pastors – Center for Rural Ministry offers resources
- https://faithlead.org/rural-ministry/ – Faithful Ministry in Small Towns and Rural Communities: One size doesn’t fit all. Here you’ll find ministry resources designed especially for those serving in rural contexts.
- https://www.ruralministry.net/ – Rural Ministry These ministries supply leadership, support and training for rural and small town churches.
- https://www.newchurches.com/article/how-to-start-small-groups-in-a-church/ – Learn how to start a small group within your church
- https://preachitteachit.org/articles/how-you-can-make-effective-small-groups-a-part-of-your-church/
- https://www.blueletterbible.org/study.cfm– The Blue Letter Bible hosts a range of study materials designed to aid your research into the meaning and purpose of the Scriptures. From text commentaries to audio sermons, to charts, outlines, images, and maps—our goal is to offer you fresh avenues of insight and clear paths to a better, more robust interpretation of God’s Word.
- https://www.logos.com/grow/bible-study-tools/– 29 Bible Study Tools for Reading the Bible More Effectively
- https://open.life.church/categories/319-small-groups – We learn and grow in community, so we’ve compiled a set of Small Groups studies that help lead your attenders to become fully devoted followers of Christ.
- Https://www.risingaboveministries.org/small-group-resources- Rising Above Downloadable Small Group Resources
- Each of these offer encouragement and hope through Christ for parents of children with special needs. We have video series & downloadable bible studies for you to utilize for your gatherings. They are designed to be weekly small group meetings, but could also be used as an individual (or couple) for deepening your relationship with God.
- Feel free to reach out to Kim if you have any questions, cmackie@risingaboveministries.org.