The following resources are recommended by our New Hope Small Group Ministry. Feel free to browse through these resources and if you don't find what you're looking for then give us a call at the office (389-3436).
 
 
 

Pastor Bob's Top Picks
The following table contains a suggested set of study series that have been recommended by other groups. As a small group leader it is always helpful to present two or three choices to your group and let them select the study series of most interest.
 
Study SeriesStudy Series Summary
Developing a Faith That Works - Book of JamesA twelve Lesson series divided into two volumes. This is a video accompanied study guide series that examines the passages of the Book of James to uncover the truths of godly Christian living with real application for our lives today.
iMarriage - Transforming Your ExpectationsThis is a six week DVD study series that discusses the expectations that we place on our spouses and how they can sometimes rob us of love and joy. Andy Stanley explains how we must learn to transform our expectations and look to God if we are to experience marriage as it was designed. Several of our small groups have already taken this study and have enjoyed it.
Managing Our Finances God's WayThis is an extensive seven week DVD study series that looks into the principles of biblical financial management for your own life. It covers the topics of family budgeting, saving, tithing, investing, and giving. A large workbook accompanied with a resource CD for your PC or MAC contains a number of software tools to get a handle of your financial spending and add disciple to your budgeting.
Beginning Life Together - God's Purposes For Your LifeThis six week DVD based study series that will help your group discover what God created you for and how you can turn this plan into an everyday reality.
Living Faith - Exploring the Essentials of ChristianityThis is a 10 week DVD based study series that is accompanied with a 120 page study book titled, "Living Faith, A Guide to the Christian Life." This study series takes a broad-brushed look at Christianity including Hebrew Scriptures, the life of Jesus, the early church movement, key doctrines and beliefs, other religions and what living a Christian life should look like in the world today. Presented by Tom Wright - Bishop of Durham in the Church of England. (A few of his teachings will conflict with those of our own church. This series is recommended for knowledgeable Christians only)
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Available Small Group Study Series
The following small group study series are part of the New Hope Small Group Ministry library and can be 'checked-out' at any time. Please call our church office (389-3436) for additional information about these series.
 
Small Group Study TitleDescriptionNumber LessonsVideo Type
The PassionStudy on the death of Jesus Christ.3DVD
What Jesus Has To Say About Living Beyond YourselfSermon on the Mount Study6DVD
Keeping Your CovenantApplying God's blueprints for marriage 4None
Lessons On Assurance5 week Bible Study for new Christians5None
Growing In Christ13 wk follow up course for new and growing Christians13None
Parental Guidance RequiredBuilding relationships with children (4 Part Series)4DVD
Essential Bible Truth Treasury60-15 minute programs to aid in studying the bible and understanding the Christian faith60VHS Tape
The Purpose Driven Life40 Days of Purpose40 daysVHS Tape
I Thessalonians Volume 1Bible Study--A Spiritual Road Map in a Mixed up World6VHS Tape
I Thessalonians Volume 2Bible Study--A Spiritual Road Map in a Mixed up World6VHS Tape
Reality Check - The Master And The MissionLeadership Jesus Style6None
Nehemiah: The Courage To Face OppositionBible Study13None
Spread The JoyStudy of Philippians13None
Beginning A New LifeBook 2 of a series of studies in Christian Living4None
Discover The New YouStudy of Colossians - Bill Hybels6None
The First Hour For MenBecoming a Man of God30 day Study GuideNone
Living Beyond MyselfStudy Guide by Bob Mimiaga
Small Group Series
4None
My Heart-Christ's HomeStudy Guide by Bob Mimiaga
Small Group Series
7None
A Life God RewardsBible Study - One Leaders GuideLeader's Guide OnlyNone
The Authentic Christian Life1 Corinthians Vol. I, II, & III24None
Investing For EternityBasic Principles of Stewardship10None
When Wisdom Turns To FoolishnessStudy of Solomon9None
Looking For The SaviorStudy of Thessalonians Epistles Vol. I & II16None
Share Jesus Without FearEvangelism ( 2 Books)3None
An Introduction To SaltDiscipleship Series - 7 book series28DVD
How Much Is Enough?30 Days of Personal Renewal30 day Study GuideNone
Connecting With God's FamilyDoing Life Together Series6DVD
Growing To Be Like ChristDoing Life Together Series6DVD
Sharing Your Life Mission Every DayDoing Life Together Series6DVD
Surrendering Your Life For God's PleasureDoing Life Together Series6DVD
Developing Your Shape To Serve OthersDoing Life Together Series6DVD
Making Children Mind Without Losing YoursHow to bring out the best in you kids by doing what is best for them6None
iMarriageTransforming Your Marriage Expectations6DVD
Bringing Up Boys1 leaders guide/1participant's guide6VHS Tape
Joseph2 VIDEO SETN/AVHS Tape
James Vol. IBible Study -- Developing a Faith That Works7VHS Tape
James Vol. IIBible Study -- Developing a Faith That Works2VHS Tape
Raising Kids Who Turn Out RightParenting by Tim Kimmel7None
Managing Our Finances God's WayA serious study on biblical financial management and how to apply it to your own family7DVD
Living Faith - Exploring the Essentials of ChristianityA broad-brushed look at Christianity including the Life of Jesus, the early church movement, key doctrines and beliefs, other religions and what living a Christian life should look like in the world today.10DVD
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Other Recommended Study Series
The following small group study series are offered on the internet through a number of publishing companies. Clicking the "go >" links you to these publishing websites with additional information about their content and cost.
 
James DVD/Workbook go »Matt - Beatitudes DVD/Workbook go »
1 Thessalonians DVD/Workbook go »5 Biblical Purposes DVD/Workbook go »
Matthew Workbook go »Mark Workbook go »
Luke Workbook go »John Workbook go »
Acts Workbook go »Col & Philemon Workbook go »
1 CorinthiansWorkbook go »2 CorinthiansWorkbook go »
Ephesians Workbook go »Galatians Workbook go »
The Beatitudes Workbook go »Daniel Workbook go »
Deuteronomy Workbook go »Ecclesiastes Workbook go »
Elijah Workbook go »Esther Workbook go »
Exodus Workbook go »GenesisWorkbook go »
Isaiah Workbook go »Jeremiah Workbook go »
Hosea Workbook go »Job Workbook go »
Joshua Workbook go »Proverbs Workbook go »
Psalms Workbook go »Old TestamentWorkbook go »
New Testament Workbook go »Ephesians Workbook go »
Hebrews Workbook go »James Workbook go »
Romans Workbook go »Revelation Workbook go »
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Small Group Leadership and Curriculum Resources
The following internet resources are intended to provide you with additional small group leadership training and curriculum references to build your small group with sound biblical and leadership principles. Simply click the desired resource name to link to the referenced website.
 
Leadership & Curriculum LinksMaterials
ChristianityToday.com »Christianity Today's resource site for small group leaders including training articles, planning tools, and great testimonies of small group experiences.
ChurchGrowth.org »Tools for leadership and evangelism. Free spiritual gifts analysis.
FamilyLife.com »Study guides and aids to build and strengthen the family relationships. Homebuilder series on marriage, Parenting, Single, and life issues.
Pastors.com »A collection of small group curriculum from Saddleback's small group community.
PurposeDriven.com »A collection of small group curriculum from the purpose driven ministry.
IVPress.com »A collection of small group curriculum, academic books and study guides.
MoodyPublishers.com »Large list of small group curriculum and study guides.
Navpress.com »A collection of small group curriculum, Christian books, Bibles, and magazines.
Parable.com »A collection of small group curriculum from the Inspirational Bible Study Series.
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