Introduction for Leaders

The following information was taken directly from The Truth Project’s official website: 

Welcome to the Small Group Support Site for Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project!

We hope this tool will further equip you as you participate in this innovative small group curriculum.

The site includes a lesson guide, articles from Dr. Tackett (tour guide notes), lesson slides, Scripture references and additional supporting material. You will eventually have access to the Library of Worldview Thought and Vision sections. These two areas will connect you to the larger issues at stake and provide an environment for you to wrestle with worldview issues beyond the small group setting.

Technical Tips
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Helpful Resources
Listed below are descriptions of a few resources that may assist you in communicating the larger concepts of The Truth Project to others. To download these files just click on the linked titles.

For answers regarding legal permissions and the use of these and other Truth Project resources, please reviewthis document.

The Lesson Guide

The Lesson Guide provides a graphically appealing overview of all 12 lessons that make up The Truth Project.

The Compass

The Worldview Compass displays a view of life through God’s eyes. It is a 360 degree look at all areas of life from the biblical perspective.

The Truth Project Framework

The vision of The Truth Project is to build a systematic and comprehensive biblical worldview in the lives of everyone who completes this study. We trust this framework provides the foundations on which this study is laid, as well as the various pillars of truth that make up our understanding of God’s view of all of life.

The Truth Project Calendar

The Truth Project Calendar shows the cycle of events surrounding the life of The Truth Project, to include not only your group, but the multiplication of facilitators that may arise from your study.

The Truth Project Process

This graphic details your role in the project; from praying, inviting, hosting, leading and raising up the next generation of facilitators.

The Poster

The poster can be downloaded and printed to promote not only your own small group, but upcoming regional training conferences.

The Key Terms

Download a listing of key terms alphabetically or by lesson.

Thank you for joining us on the journey! We pray God will transform you and everyone who joins your small group study.

Come on inside!

Frequently Asked Questions about Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project

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• What is The Truth Project?
• Is there a general overview of the lesson content?
• How does The Truth Project define “truth”?
• How does The Truth Project define “worldview”?
• How does The Truth Project define postmodernism?
• What is your statement of faith?
• How can I purchase a DVD set?
• Why do you put such a strong emphasis on the small group model?
• How many people should make up a small group?
• Is The Truth Project suitable for a Sunday School class?
• Is there a way to contact people in my area who are facilitating small groups for The Truth Project?
• Why am I only able to purchase one DVD set?
• What’s included in the DVD set?
• What is available on the Small Group Support Site?
• How is The Truth Project being released to the public?
• What can I expect from the training conferences?
• Where have facilitator training events been held?
• Can I register for a training event online?
• What is the difference between regional conferences, local training events, and partner events?
• Is it possible to sponsor a training conference in my area?
• Do you offer financial assistance for those unable to cover the entire cost of a training conference?
• Is childcare available at facilitator training conferences?
• If I have gone through The Truth Project in a small group, am I equipped to lead a group of my own?
• Can I help market The Truth Project to a wider audience?
• Is The Truth Project available in other languages?
• Is The Truth Project available internationally?
• How can I find out more about The Truth Project’s TrueU curriculum for teens and college-age students?

Upcoming Events

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Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project is pleased to announce several upcoming conference and training events. These exciting events are being held throughout the country and are essential for potential small group leaders.

If you have participated in one of these events, or in a small group led by another leader, then you are eligible to lead your own group. Register for the MyTruthProject Support Site to purchase your DVD set if you don’t have one already, and you’ll also find other resources to help you lead a small group.

Local Training Event

          None currently scheduled

Partner Training Event

          None currently scheduled

Special Event

          None currently scheduled

Local Training events are designed for those who are either already committed to leading The Truth Project as a small group or those who aren’t quite sure but want to learn more about what to expect. In addition, the agenda focuses on training and vision components, supporting the worldview content. Local Training events are facilitated by The Truth Project staff. Partner Training events are facilitated and trained by the community partner. When registering for a Partner Training event, please register or contact the partner office as indicated.

Each conference session is designed to equip you to facilitate Focus on the Family’s DVD-based Christian Worldview lessons. You will be equipped by our Christian worldview team to lead your own small group.

The Truth Project Curriculum is a systematic and comprehensive biblical worldview study that looks at all of life. Conferences will equip you to make a Christ-centered difference on culture by applying God’s principles to daily life. See an overview of the lessons.

For more information about Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project call (800) A-FAMILY (232-6459) or fill out our contact form.

Who is Del Tackett?

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Dr. Del Tackett is former president of the Focus on the Family Institute and a former Senior Vice President of Focus on the Family. He is also the chief spokesperson for Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project—a nationwide initiative designed to bring the Christian worldview to the body of Christ.

An adjunct professor at New Geneva Theological Seminary and Summit Ministries, Dr. Tackett served more than 20 years in the United States Air Force. During the George H. W. Bush administration, he served at the White House, where he was appointed by President Bush as the director of technical planning for the National Security Council. Dr. Tackett later served in various senior analyst and manager capacities at Kaman Sciences Corporation and ITT Industries.  He now works with Coral Ridge Ministries as TV co-host for the show “Cross Examine.”  He still works with The Truth Project, and publishes to his blog, Truth Observed.

As a professor, Dr. Tackett has taught more than 30 undergraduate and graduate courses at three different institutions, over a 12 year period. He is also an ordained elder in the Presbyterian Church in America. Dr. Tackett holds three earned degrees (D.M., Colorado Technical University; M.S., Auburn University; B.S., Kansas State University).

Dr. Tackett has published a variety of written works including articles in Focus on the Family magazine that address worldview and cultural issues. He has had several technical articles and manuals published by the U.S. Air Force.

A sought after conference speaker, Dr. Tackett addresses topics such as American Christian heritage, Christian worldview, technical subjects and management.

Del and his wife Melissa have been married since 1972. They have four grown children.

Visit Del’s blog, Truth Observed.

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What is Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project?

The Following Information was taken directly from The Truth Project’s Official Website:

In a recent study, the Barna Research Group revealed a stunning statistic that continues to reverberate throughout the evangelical world. Only 9 percent of professing Christians have a biblical worldview.¹

Because of this, today’s believers live very similarly to non-believers. A personal sense of significance is rarely experienced, we spend our money and time on things that fail to satisfy and we begin to wonder what life’s ultimate purpose really is. We are, in short, losing our bearings as a people and a nation.

To counter this slide within the body of Christ, Focus on the Family has launched one of the most ambitious and powerful projects in the history of our ministry – The Truth Project.

The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum comprised of 13 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. This home study is the starting point for looking at life from a biblical perspective. Each lesson discusses in great detail the relevance and importance of living the Christian worldview in daily life.

We believe this one project represents the possibility for exponential change within the body of Christ; millions been transformed by this curriculum. As it has been throughout history, God continues to call ordinary people to make an eternal difference in our world.

We invite you to be a part of this cultural change by participating in or leading a small group of your own. Contact us to learn how you can get involved in Focus on the Family’s The Truth Project!

Want to know more about what’s in The Truth Project lessons? See an overview.

Attend a training conference or complete our online leader training courseand you’ll be able to obtain your copy of The Truth Project DVD set, which includes all 13 professionally produced lessons on 8 DVDs.