New small group leaders
Everything you need to lead a small group can be found right here! Complete a quick Small Group Leader Training Online, then you're ready to go!
SMALL GROUPS
Small Groups
God designed us with relationships in mind. Small Groups provide a place where we can connect to others, care for each other, and grow in our faith. Don’t do life alone - join or lead a small group.
JOIN A SMALL GROUP
Find your community in a small group! Browse by specific days and audience and find the perfect group for you!
REGISTER YOUR small group
Once you've completed Small Group Leader Training, you're ready to create your group!
PRO-TIP: Once created, spread the word! Share your group with others and personally invite them to be a part of it.
SERMON DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
Updated Weekly
Ancient Paths | Week 3
1. The Nature of the "Ancient Path": Our sermon message describes the "ancient path" as the life God designed from the beginning, rather than a list of restrictive rules. How does reframing God’s commands from "restrictions" to a "vision for a healthy community" change the way you approach your daily life and faith?
2. The Heart as the Root Issue: The sermon argues that our biggest problems aren't "out there" in the culture or our circumstances, but within our own hearts. Can you share a time when you focused on changing your environment or circumstances, only to realize the real issue was a condition of your own heart?
3. Capability vs. Character: In what areas of your life have you seen your “capability" get ahead of your character, and how can the "ancient path" help you bring those into alignment?
4. Praying for a New Heart: King David’s prayer in Psalm 51:10 was not for a "patch-up" or "renovation," but for a brand-new creation by God. How does understanding that God offers us a "new heart" (rather than just helping us improve our old one) change the way you pray about your struggles and failures?
Small Group Leader Resources
Important information for small group leaders like you!
RIGHTNOW MEDIA:
everything you need to launch your small group
✅ Step 1:
Access RightNow Media
- Head over to RightNow Media.
- Click on NORTHROCK CHURCH in the top right corner to explore our recommended content.
📖 Step 2:
choose Your Curriculum
- Choose one of our Top 6 Small Group Studies—handpicked to spark great conversations!
- Not feeling those? No problem! RightNow Media has tons of amazing options to explore.
📝 Step 3:
Register Your Small Group
NorthRock Small Groups exist to connect to others, care for each other, and to grow in our faith. Let us know about your group so we can support you!
Need Help? We’re here to help you with tools and resources, and set your group up for success! Contact us at smallgroups@northrocksa.com.