October 20, 2026
The Search for Calm Waters in a Sea of Technology
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Northeast Christian Church
Articles tagged Northeast Christian Church
The Secret to Small Group Multiplication
Healthy small groups multiply naturally. Michael C. Mack explores seven areas of small group health and explains how shared leadership, discipleship, and intentional leader development support sustainable growth.
What Is a Small Group?
What is the real purpose of small groups? Michael C. Mack explores how churches can balance connection, discipleship, and mission while helping leaders develop groups that transform lives.
What”s the Point of Your Small Group?
Does your small group have a clear purpose? Michael C. Mack shares practical steps for setting God-led goals, developing a group covenant, and building healthier communities through intentional…
The Most Vital Small Group Principle
Michael C. Mack explains why keeping Christ at the center is the essential vital sign of a healthy small group and offers practical ways leaders can recognize his…
Breaking the Ice
Michael C. Mack introduces seven vital signs of a healthy small group, from Christ-centered leadership and authentic community to shared leadership, outreach, intentional planning, and discipleship.
Reaching Their Potential?
Christian church leaders and women’s ministry leaders respond to whether churches allow women to reach their full potential in Christ, offering varied perspectives on gifting, leadership, Scripture, and…
Women”s Ministry: Changing Views
Patricia Rohach’s research shows how women’s ministry in Christian churches has changed over five decades, while highlighting ongoing needs for spiritual growth, relationships, and mentoring.
Seven Hallmarks of a Healthy Small Group
Michael Mack outlines seven biblical values Northeast Christian Church uses to evaluate healthy small groups, from Christ-centered leadership and shared ownership to authentic community, discipleship, service, outreach, and…
Life in All Its Fullness
Michael Mack reflects on Matthew 11:28-30, showing how spiritual leaders experience the abundant life by coming to Jesus, surrendering to his yoke, and learning from him.
Interview with Bart Stone
Bart Stone reflects on launching Momentum Christian Church in a Georgia warehouse, building a serving culture, navigating growth, and preparing the congregation for its next risk.
Fulfilling Church Values, Meeting People’s Needs
Two churches show how mentoring can support people at important starting points, from teen mothers in Florida to new members and believers in Kentucky.
Interview with Derek Lauer
Derek Lauer reflects on pastoral ministry, stress, burnout, loneliness, vulnerability, and the essential role elders play in supporting ministers through difficult seasons.
Everyone Connected: Relational Strategies to Get Your Whole Church Involved
Michael C. Mack offers seven relational strategies for helping people connect in small groups, urging church leaders to equip God’s people and restore a New Testament understanding of…
Good to Great Groups
Michael C. Mack explains how small groups can move from good to great through transformed leaders, devoted teams, and a God-Sized Plan that pushes them toward mission.
God’s Word on Great Shepherds
Michael C. Mack explores the biblical role of shepherd-leaders in small groups, emphasizing stewardship, personal care, spiritual growth, and outreach to those who are lost.
