Garry D. Poole - Seeker Small Groups: Engaging Spiritual Seekers in Life-Changing Discussions

Finally, here it is! Garry Poole has captured everything you need to know to implement one of the most powerful and effective tools in evangelism. Seeker Small Groups describes a groundbreaking, step-by-step approach anyone can use. And it couldnt come at a better timethis ingenious strategy is perfect for reaching todays seekers. I encourage Christians everywhere to study these principlesand then put them into action!

Lee Strobel,The Case for Christ and The Case for Faith

For more than ten years we have seen Garry use his gifts, experience, and passion to pioneer and refine an approach that has revolutionized the way we do evangelism through small groups. Im convinced that this simple, biblical strategy of building small groups for spiritual seekers is one of the greatest evangelistic discoveries at Willow Creek in the last decadeand this book, SeekerSmall Groups, is the blueprint for that revolution.

Bill Hybels, Senior Pastor, Willow Creek Community Church

When it comes to seeker small groups, Garry Poole has a level of passion and a breadth of experience that I think are simply unequaled. You will be so inspired by what you read on these pages, that people in your life who right now do not know Jesus Christ will one day become his followers, his servants, and his friends.

John Ortberg,The Life Youve Always Wanted

One of the most effective means for reaching out to spiritual seekers is through small groups where there is love, trust, safety, sincerity, and acceptance. Seeker Small Groups is an outstanding blueprint on how to build bridges to others so that they can experience Gods bridge to them. This is a must read for serious-minded Christians.

Luis Palau, International Evangelist

Garry Pooles compassion for souls is contagious. He presents with great enthusiasm a simple and effective way to share the beautiful truth of Jesus Christ with neighbors, colleagues, and friends.

Chuck Colson, Founder and President, Prison Fellowship

In this excellent new book, Garry Poole passes on the practical wisdom he has gained from more than twenty-five years of experience leading small groups in an evangelistic setting. I learned a great deal from Seeker Small Groups and recommend it to others interested in this exciting ministry.

Nicky Gumbel, Founder and Director, The Alpha Course

Garry Poole hits the mark! In Seeker Small Groups, Garry has shaped a groundbreaking evangelism resource that is exceptionally practical, brilliant in thought, and written with phenomenal clarity and passion. This powerful book will open your eyes to your potential as a living apologetic.

Josh D. McDowell,Evidence That Demands a Verdict and More Than a Carpenter

Seeker Small Groups is timely and urgent! Garry Poole presents a paradigm shift that moves us beyond the traditional view of reserving small groups exclusively for Christians to an incredible context in which to introduce seekers to the Redeemer. Heres an effective action plan for reaching seekers through small groupsa forum that inspires a natural, fresh, and authentic faithwhich reminds me of how Jesus engaged spiritual seekers.

Dr. Henry Cloud,Boundaries and Changes That Heal

Seeker Small Groups is a huge step toward the church becoming the safest place on earth for people to ask the most important question theyll ever ask.

Larry Crabb, Ph.D., Connecting and Inside Out

As I read Seeker Small Groups, the word masterpiece kept coming to mind. Garry weaves inspiring, real-life stories with practical guidelines born of experienceall infused with his sincere enthusiasm and passion. He avoids formulas and manipulation, and promotes genuine relationships on every page. Thousands of seekers will be impacted because people like you read this book and put it into practice.

Brian McLaren,More Ready Than You Realize

Garry Poole has synthesized his rich experience in creating small groups that are winsome and free of the typical obstacles that prevent seekers from participating. In these effective outreach groups, the emotional, intellectual, and volitional barriers are overcome through relational integrity, reasoned answers, and reliance upon the work of the Holy Spirit.

Kenneth Boa,Faith Has Its Reasons and Im Glad You Asked

Seeker Small Groups, written out of a wealth of wisdom and insight, will launch readers into the most significant venture of their lives.

Jim Petersen,Living Proof

This is one of those rare books that is certain to become a standard text for years. Garrys writing is engaging, readable, interspersed with captivating stories, and consistently practical. Reading Seeker Small Groups is like walking alongside and being coached by a seasoned pro.

Gary R. Collins, The Bridge Institute

If you are really serious about seeing the lost become the saved, read this book. You will discover one of the most dynamic tools in evangelism today.

Dr. Thom Rainer, Dean, Billy Graham School of Missions, Evangelism, and Church Growth

If you want to get on the boat with what God is doing, jump on board with this powerful concept.

Steve Sjogren,Conspiracy of Kindness

Garry has woven together a passion for seekers, experiences inspired by the Holy Spirit, and strategic thinking to present an outstanding blueprint for reaching people through small groups.

Cliffe Knechtle,Give Me a Reason and Help Me Believe

Seeker Small Groups is a winnerI cant imagine someone writing a better book. Its all here.

Scot McKnight, Karl A. Olsson Professor in Religious Studies, North Park University

God is using Garry Poole to open a window of unlimited evangelistic opportunity for every Christianand every churchwho takes Seeker Small Groups seriously.

Mark Mittelberg,Building a Contagious Church and Becoming a Contagious Christian

There is no better way to serve seekers today in their spiritual journey than through seeker small groups, and Garrys book is an invaluable resource for learning how to launch and lead them.

Rick Richardson, Associate Director of Evangelism, InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA

Christians everywhereincluding those involved in the Lighthouse Movementwho read and apply Seeker Small Groups will be wonderfully inspired and equipped to impact seekers for Christ.

Paul Cedar, Chairman, Mission America Coalition

Garry Poole had me from his first lineexpressing a passionate commitment to reach those without Christ. Two of the most important dynamics in a prevailing church are community and evangelism. This book brings the two together.

Erwin McManus,Seizing Your Divine Moment

To the greatest seeker small group leaders
anyone could ever hope to have
David and Barbara Poole
who instilled in their son a lifetime
of wisdom and passion for evangelism

ZONDERVAN

SEEKER SMALL GROUPS

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