A thought provoking read, though it does come across as an aggressive sales pitch for sermon based small groups; and it rings of critical cynicism which is popular in Christian writing, though some is well founded and aimed. My take aways were:The value of sermon based small groups, and well written appendices with templates or models to be kindling for the fire of a strong small group ministry.Why a small group model may not be “working” in your church, whether it be the Willow Creek model , the Cho model, or whatever model you may be trying to transplant into your church.Overall I would say “Sticky Church” has enough points worth considering to buy, while some will be challenged with what appears to be a forth coming series of “Sticky” books, “Sticky Teams” complete with supporting seminars, see also: “Purpose Driven ------“. This book changed my view of small groups. I have always had issues with small groups based on how the churches I was a part of used them or worked them. They can tend to leave a "clic-y" feeling if ran incorrectly. This way of running sermon-based small groups is more organic and helps build a community feel in the entire church without leaving anyone on the outside looking in. I recommend it for small churches and big churches alike.
What do You think about Sticky Church (2008)?
Funny but incredibly filled tight with some of the best small group strategies I have ever read.
—MiKaYlI09032011
Better than Sticky Teams. Good insights, though not everything applies.
—Jack
So far an excellent read on Sermon-based small groups.
—ewrenn78
