Revive Our Hearts Recommended Resources in Topical Order
Revive Our Hearts carefully selects and recommends resources that we believe are true to the Scripture and will help people grow in their faith.
The Art of Leading Well
As a leader, you’ll be the one to set the pace for your group. Learn how to build great group unity and strength.
Making the Most of Your Small Group Time
Before you lead a small group, it's good to have a plan for your meetings. Here are some suggestions for what type of schedule to follow.
Techniques to Stimulate Small Group Discussion
Ideas to help keep your group engaged in the discussion.
How to Start a Small Group
Thinking of starting a small group? Here are some basics to get you started.
Handling Group Dynamics
Here are several suggestions for drawing out your quiet members and keeping your talkative members “reined in.”
Handling Challenging Discussion Issues
A wise leader will think through how to handle difficult situations so if they arise, you will know how you wish to handle it.
Fostering a Spirit of Prayer
Prayer is a crucial part of your small group time, but it’s often the most neglected. Learn how to develop a prayer ministry for your group.
Facilitating Discussion
Every group has those dreaded moments of silence when the members avoid answering a question. Learn helpful comments to help keep the discussion flowing.
Facilitating an Atmosphere of Biblical Community
Learn how to provide a safe bridge to help your members feel comfortable sharing openly and honestly.
Authentic Group Prayer
Discover how to help your group appropriately share prayer requests.
What Is a Leader?
Learn the qualities and characteristics that define a leader, and be encouraged that leadership is process of continual growth.
15 Qualities of a Leader
Discover characteristics that all good leaders have in common.
Knowing Your Small Group Participants
Check out these tips on understanding your group dynamics, meeting the needs of your group, and drawing out the best in each individual.
How to Study Your Bible, Part 2
This in-depth look at inductive Bible study will give you the tools you need to confidently study God’s Word.
How to Study Your Bible
Learn the foundations of Bible study: observation, interpretation, and application.
A-E-I-O-U Bible Study Method
This simple acrostic will help you remember the basics as you sit down to study Scripture.
The Danvers Statement on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood
Read this important statement on biblical manhood and womanhood was prepared by several evangelical leaders at a meeting in 1987.
Write as You Read
One of the greatest ways to help you concentrate and focus is reading the Word with pen in hand.
Seven Kinds of Prayer to Soak Our Bible …
Prayers by John Piper to use in preparation to reading the Word.
Recommended Bible Study Tools
Don't know where to start when you study your Bible? Get some ideas from Nancy.
25 of Nancy's Favorite Hymns
"Next to reading the Bible, singing—to and about the Lord-has probably produced the greatest encouragement in my Christian walk."
Bible Reading Plans
All of God’s Word is inspired, which is why we can’t overemphasize the importance of a regular reading plan. Pick one that works for you.