Community at FBC
Our church vision is to engage God and others when gathered or scattered. Below are small group resources including discussion questions, daily Bible readings, and more.
Small Group FAQs
Here at FBC, we believe some of the most impactful spiritual and personal growth happens in smaller environments. We encourage everyone to be in one of our small groups, what we call Communities. Why? Because we were created to be together and to grow together as we seek Jesus.
What is it like to be part of a Community?
We have many different types of Communities (small groups). Some groups have kids, some don’t. Some are men’s groups or women’s groups, others are family or couples groups. Our Communities meet weekly or bi-weekly. Some groups meet at the church. Others gather in someone’s home. Regardless of where you’re at spiritually, when you’re available, or what type of group you’re looking for, we strive to have the right group for you.
Our Communities have 3 primary goals:
- Meet together regularly.
- Know others and be known.
- Pray and be in the Word together.
Our group leaders are trained to gather people together, facilitate conversation, and connect one another for deeper relationships with each other and ultimately with Jesus. Most of our groups spend a portion of their time discussing questions relating to the Sunday sermons and relevant passages of Scripture. This is a great time to dive in relationally and spiritually.
Please let us know if have questions or you’re interested in checking out a group!
How do I join a Community?
Take a minute to fill out this form and let us know you’re interested! Please share your availability and what kind of group you’re looking for and we will do our best to find the right fit for you.
What if my group doesn’t seem like the right fit for me?
That’s ok! Sometimes we find chemistry with those in our group, and sometimes we don’t. Or maybe your availability changes and you need something different. If your group doesn’t seem to be working for you anymore for any reason, please reach out and let us know. We’d love to hear more about your needs and find a different group that works best for you. You can email Community Pastor Nick Walker at nickwalker@familybible.church
I’m interested in leading a group. How do I become a Community Leader?
Let us know what kind of group you’re interested in leading and why you’re feeling led to serve in this way. We’ll send you a Leader Application and walk your through our Leader Training.
LEADERS: How do I encourage my group?
Our Communities have 3 primary goals:
- Meet together regularly.
- Know others and be known.
- Pray and be in the Word together.
If you want to encourage your group, think about how you can encourage them through taking a step towards these goals:
- Meet together regularly: Plan a hangout to do something fun with the group (or a member of the group) and spend some quality time together.
- Know others and be known: Ask deeper questions of your group members. Lead with vulnerability. Open up and share more from your heart and invite them to do the same. This is a safe place and what’s shared is confidential.
- Pray and be in the Word together: Pray together. Pray for your group members. Encourage them from the Word. Send them a Bible verse, a devotional, something God is teaching you, a thought that God has placed on your heart today. Let them know you’re thinking of and praying for them.
Spiritual and relational consistency are not easy. But knowing they have you in their corner as their leader, and more importantly, as their friend, goes a long way. Tirelessly pursue them the way Jesus has pursued you. You’re doing a great job.
LEADERS: HELP! My group isn’t working...
First off, just take a deep breath. You’re doing a great job. It may be frustrating when you’re trying really hard to be a good group leader and aren’t getting the response you’re hoping for. Perhaps people aren’t showing up, despite saying they want to be part of the group. Don’t give up. Send them a message, check in with them, let them know you’re thinking about them and would love to get together one-on-one. It’s amazing what some intentional quality time can do. And don’t forget to pray for your group members too! God really grows our hearts for others through prayer.
If it’s feeling like your group is falling apart, perhaps because the availability of your group members no longer aligns or because people don’t seem interested in gathering anymore, take the opportunity to have a conversation with your group. Ask people to honestly share how they’re feeling and how they’d like to move forward. If we need to shift people into other groups, we can do that. Sometimes people are only in groups for a season, and even though we’d love for them to remain in groups forever, that’s ok.
Please reach out to us if you are having struggles with your group and we’d love to chat through next steps with you! You can email Community Pastor Nick Walker at nickwalker@familybible.church
LEADERS: What if someone doesn’t seem like a good fit in our group?
It’s ok if someone doesn’t seem like a good fit in your group. Perhaps they’re in a different stage of life than the rest of the group. Maybe the chemistry just isn’t there. First off, pray about it and give it some time to see if this improves as you spend more time together. If not, take the opportunity to chat with them one-on-one and ask how they feel the group is going for them. They may not feel the awkwardness, but chances are they probably do. There may be something they share that can equip you as a leader to help them better meld with the rest of the group. Humbly ask if there’s something you can do differently. And if they are realizing that your group just isn’t the right one for them, that’s ok. Don’t take it personally, it’s not your fault as a leader.
Please reach out to us and let us know if someone is no longer a good fit in your group and we will do our best to find the right group for them! You can email Community Pastor Nick Walker at nickwalker@familybible.church
Community Discussion Questions
We are to meditate on the Word of God not just alone but also with other followers of Jesus. We invite you to process what you’ve heard in the sermon and share what God is teaching you with others around you. You can watch or listen to recent sermons below.
“Legacy” Week One (August 9) - Learn a Legacy
Opening Prayer
Icebreaker
Share about someone (parent, mentor, teacher, coach, etc.) who greatly impacted you (positively or negatively) growing up. What are some of the valuable lessons you learned from that person? What are things you’ve tried to emulate? What about things you’ve tried to do differently in your own life?
Read Together
2 Timothy 1:1-18
Discussion Questions
- Who has had a meaningful spiritual influence on your life? What did you learn from their example?
- What gifts or abilities has God given you that need to be developed or used more faithfully? What next step will you take to grow in that area?
- How can fear prevent someone from learning a godly legacy from others?
- What does loyalty to the Gospel look like?
- What is it that allowed Paul to suffer for the gospel with such conviction? How does that challenge you in light of your own trials?
- What is the “pattern of teaching” that you find yourself listening to?
- What does it mean that Jesus is able to guard what we have entrusted to him? What does it mean for us to guard what has been entrusted to us?
- How can we honor the spiritual legacy we have received?
- What is one part of your faith journey that you hope others will learn from you?
Prayer Focus
Thank God for those who have left a legacy for you. Spend some time asking God to make clear what work needs to be done in your life as you learn to become more like Jesus.
“Legacy” Week Two (August 16) - League a Legacy
Opening Prayer
Icebreaker
Share about a peer who has been an encouragement to you in your life and faith. What is it about that relationship that you most appreciate? How have you seen yourself grow through that relationship?
Read Together
2 Timothy 2:14-3:9
Discussion Questions
- How does being a part of a community shape the legacy we leave behind?
- What practices help keep a group centered on Christ rather than on personal preferences?
- How would you characterize those living for Jesus vs those living for the world? How does that characterization compare with what we see Paul talk about here with Timothy?
- What does it look like to “correctly handle” God’s Word in today’s world?
- What does it look like to pursue “those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart”? What does a community that pursues Christ together look like?
- How can this group become a place where people grow in faith and love? How can we create a community where people feel both challenged and loved?
- Why do you think disagreements over words and opinions can become harmful to a community? How should we handle disagreements so that they don’t cause harm to the community?
- Why is humility important when disagreements happen? What is the difference between trying to win an argument and trying to restore a person?
- How can we encourage one another toward holiness without becoming judgmental?
Prayer Focus
Thank God for those He has put in your life who are an encouragement to you and ask Him to help you as a group encourage one another and point each other towards holiness in Christ.
“Legacy” Week Three (August 23) - Lead a Legacy
Opening Prayer
Icebreaker
Share about a time you were able to teach something to someone else. What was that experience like for you? How about for them, how did they respond?
Read Together
2 Timothy 2:1-13, 3:10-17
Discussion Questions
- What is the difference between leading from your own strength and leading through God’s grace?
- What does 2:2 teach us about multiplication and spiritual legacy? What makes someone faithful and trustworthy to carry on a legacy?
- What do the 3 examples of 2:3-7 teach us about the cost of faithful leadership?
- Why is remembering Jesus essential for anyone trying to influence others? What does it mean to build a legacy that points people to Jesus rather than ourselves?
- Why is personal example one of the most powerful forms of leadership? What traits are you currently modeling for the people around you? If someone followed your example, what would they learn?
- What is one area in which you need God’s strength as you seek to lead well?
- Why is Scripture essential for leading a godly legacy? How have you seen it equip you for every good work?
- What responsibilities do we have to help others know and follow Christ? How can families, churches, and small groups intentionally create a spiritual legacy?
- Who is someone God has placed in your life who He may be calling you to invest in? What step will you take towards that relationship this week?
Prayer Focus
Pray for God’s wisdom in a next step towards pursuing and investing in one person as you seek to lead a legacy for them to follow.
“Legacy” Week Four (August 30) - Leave a Legacy
Opening Prayer
Icebreaker
When you think about your legacy, what do you hope people remember about the way you lived? What do you hope future generations learn from your life?
Read Together
2 Timothy 4:1-22
Discussion Questions
- Why do you think Paul emphasizes being faithful “in season and out of season”?
- What challenges make it difficult to stand for Biblical truth today?
- How can we share truth in a way that reflects both conviction and love?
- What kind of spiritual legacy is created when someone faithfully points others to God’s Word?
- What stands out to you about Paul’s reflection on his life?
- What does “finishing well” look like in a life of faith? Why is endurance important when building a lasting legacy? What distractions or challenges can keep people from finishing well?
- How is a faithful life different from a successful life by the world’s standards?
- What daily choices help us build a legacy that honors Christ?
- What does it look like to trust God with the outcome of our lives?
Prayer Focus
Ask God to give you the strength, vision, and endurance to fight the good fight, finish the race, and keep the faith.
Daily Bible Reading
Our goal is to make one daily decision to be in the Word of God each and every day. Below find the daily Bible readings for our current sermon series. You can also read the daily devotionals that go along with them.
“Legacy” Week One (August 9-15)
Sunday, August 9
Read: 2 Timothy 1:1-18
Reflection Question: How does the nature of Timothy’s relationship with Paul impact how Timothy receives teaching from him?
Prayer: Lord, give me someone who can be a positive godly influence in my life and lead me closer to you.
Monday, August 10
Read: Deuteronomy 31:1-8
Reflection Question: What stands out to you about how Moses handles the transition of leadership to Joshua?
Prayer: God, give me strength and courage as I face what’s before me. Thank you for always being with me.
Tuesday, August 11
Read: 2 Kings 2:1-14
Reflection Question: How does the relationship between Elijah and Elisha influence how you see a mentor relationship looking in your own life?
Prayer: Lord, give me the faith of Elijah and Elisha, that I would desire to be with you more than anything.
Wednesday, August 12
Read: 1 Samuel 3:1-19
Reflection Question: What can you learn from Samuel’s response to God’s call that impacts your own relationship with God?
Prayer: Here I am Lord, you called me. Speak, for your servant is listening.
Thursday, August 13
Read: 1 Kings 2:1-4
Reflection Question: After reading about David’s charge to his son Solomon, how are you challenged in your relationship with a child of yours or someone else you’re mentoring?
Prayer: God, give me the wisdom to speak truth and life into others as I lead them closer to you.
Friday, August 14
Read: Exodus 18:9-27
Reflection Question: What is something you can learn from Jethro’s leadership of Moses that you need to put into practice in your own life?
Prayer: Lord, I can’t do it alone. I need you, and I need others. Give me the humility to ask for help when I need it and to depend on you.
Saturday, August 15
Read: Ruth 1:3-18
Reflection Question: How does the response of Ruth challenge your approach to things that are uncertain and unknown in your life?
Prayer: God help me to trust you. Please put someone in my life I can learn from and follow their example.
“Legacy” Week Two (August 16-22)
Sunday, August 16
Read: 2 Timothy 2:14-3:9
Reflection Question: What are some words (positive and negative) from this passage that characterize you?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, turn my fleshly desires into good godly ones, that I would choose to live in light and truth rather than darkness and lies.
Monday, August 17
Read: Hebrews 10:23-25
Reflection Question: Who is someone you need to reach out to and intentionally spend time with this week to encourage them?
Prayer: Jesus, give me wisdom in knowing who is in need of your love and in need of my encouragement this week.
Tuesday, August 18
Read: 1 Corinthians 15:33-34
Reflection Question: Who is someone in your life who you may need to consider limiting your time with?
Prayer: God, please surround me with “good company” and give me wisdom about the people I choose to spend my time with.
Wednesday, August 19
Read: Romans 12:9-21
Reflection Question: How does this passage challenge you in how you live out your “community life”?
Prayer: Lord, help our community to love one another and pursue peace together.
Thursday, August 20
Read: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27
Reflection Question: How does this passage influence your view of the part you and others play in your community?
Prayer: Father, thank you for the part I play in making you known. Help me to learn from the giftings of others as we encourage one another together.
Friday, August 21
Read: Ephesians 4:12-16
Reflection Question: What do you view as the goal of your closest relationships?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, mature me and sanctify me to make me more like Jesus. Help me to speak the truth in love to those around me.
Saturday, August 22
Read: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
Reflection Question: Who do you need to depend on today to help you stand strong and face whatever lies before you?
Prayer: Jesus, I can’t do it alone. Help me to depend on you and to depend on those you’ve placed to help me.
“Legacy” Week Three (August 23-29)
Sunday, August 23
Read: 2 Timothy 2:1-13, 3:10-17
Reflection Question: Who is someone in your life in need of more of the truth of God’s Word?
Prayer: Jesus, help me to live the truth and speak the truth as I aim to help others walk in it as well.
Monday, August 24
Read: John 15:1-5
Reflection Question: What is something in your life that needs to be pruned away?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, convict me of the sin in my life and help me to walk in holiness and obedience to you.
Tuesday, August 25
Read: Philippians 2:5-11
Reflection Question: How would you describe the example that Jesus set for you?
Prayer: Jesus, humble me and make me more like you.
Wednesday, August 26
Read: 1 Corinthians 10:31-11:1
Reflection Question: What is one specific way you can more intentionally follow the example of Christ?
Prayer: Spirit, by your power in me, help me to live more like Jesus in this way.
Thursday, August 27
Read: Matthew 28:18-20
Reflection Question: Who is God calling you to encourage, teach, or mentor?
Prayer: Lord, use my life to equip others and multiply your kingdom impact.
Friday, August 28
Read: Deuteronomy 6:4-9
Reflection Question: How actively are you sharing with others about the things God is teaching you through His Word?
Prayer: Lord God, help me to love you with all my heart, all my soul, and all my strength, that it would lead others to do the same.
Saturday, August 29
Read: 1 Peter 3:15-16
Reflection Question: What is the reason for the hope that you have?
Prayer: Holy Spirit, give me the opportunity to share my reason for hope with someone else today.
“Legacy” Week Four (August 30-September 5)
Sunday, August 30
Read: 2 Timothy 4:1-22
Reflection Question: What kind of spiritual legacy do you want to leave?
Prayer: Jesus, help me live in such a way that I can reach the end and honestly say I have “fought the good fight, finished the race, kept the faith”.
Monday, August 31
Read: Hebrews 12:1-3
Reflection Question: What does “finishing well” look like in your current season of life?
Prayer: Lord, help me persevere so that my life honors you from beginning to end.
Tuesday, September 1
Read: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27
Reflection Question: What does “spiritual training” look like for you in your current season of life?
Prayer: God, give me the discipline to reach the goals you have placed before me.
Wednesday, September 2
Read: Acts 2:42-47
Reflection Question: What was it about the early church community that led to so many salvations?
Prayer: Lord, help me to relinquish control and entrust all that I have to you, to be used for your purposes and your glory.
Thursday, September 3
Read: Ephesians 6:10-20
Reflection Question: What is one fear you have about making known “the mystery of the gospel” to others?
Prayer: God, give me the boldness to declare your Word fearlessly as I should.
Friday, September 4
Read: Ephesians 2:8-10
Reflection Question: What are some of the good works that God long ago prepared for you to do?
Prayer: Jesus, thank you that I don’t have to earn my salvation but that I can do good works because of the salvation you’ve brought me.
Saturday, September 5
Read: Acts 20:28-32
Reflection Question: Who is a part of the “flock” which God has entrusted to you?
Prayer: God, thank you for those you have entrusted to me; help me to lead them well and for them to walk in the truth.
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