The Importance of Small Groups
Read Dempsey & Earley’s (2018) Spiritual Formation Is (chapters 18-22), then discuss and examine the importance of small groups and growth groups to the overall health of the church/ministry context.
Particular attention should be given to discussing the growth group model and how it relates to developing healthy disciples. You must use 500 words and support your assertions with 3 scholarly citations in the current Turabian format.
Any sources cited must have been published with the last five years. Acceptable sources include the textbook and the Bible. Be concise and clear in your analysis. Ensure proper spelling and grammar use. Use the enclosed grading rubric in order to receive the highest possible points in each criterion.
QUESTIONS: (Loving One Another)
1. Are you in a small group of believers?
2. How are you serving others in the family of God? (Are you using your gifts?)
3. What sins (lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes or pride) are tempting you this week?
4. Holding ill-will toward anyone?
5. Have you looked at anything sexually explicit or had sensual thoughts?
6. Are you guilty of falsehood or stealing?
7. Are you guilty of covetousness or envy?
QUESTIONS: (Loving our Neighbor)
1. Are you making yourself available for those who are seeking Christ?
2. Have you been praying for those who you know are lost? Who?
3. Are you serving people outside of your comfort zone to share the gospel? How?
4. Have you actively listened to others who are seeking God? Example?
5. Have you shown and told the Gospel in day to day life. Eating with seekers?
6. Who is the person of peace that the Lord is directing you to? How is it going?
7. Are you praying for laborers?
