Leading a small group can literally change the world.
We have been commissioned to make disciples who make disciples, and Jesus showed us that the best way to carry that out is through small groups of believers. Just like the first-century church, small groups form the foundation to take the gospel to the ends of the earth.
Chris Surratt, Discipleship and Small Groups Specialist for LifeWay Christian Resources, and author of Small Groups for the Rest of Us, wants to help you get from here to there.
Regardless of whether you have never lead a small group or have been leading one for years, all of us want to know how to create environments where spiritual growth takes place and communities are changed. Leading Small Groups walks the reader through the stages of gathering, launching, leading, and multiplying a gospel-centered small group. There are also follow-up questions for discussion and refection at the end of each chapter, and practical resources that can be implemented immediately by the small group leader.
Jesus left his followers with a task - the Great Commission. This book will help small group leaders and churches in their obedience to this task.
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
- What Is a Small Group Leader?
- Creating Biblical Community
- Preparing for Your Small Group
- Group Type Trade-Offs
- Recruiting and Advertising
- Kicking the Group Off Right
- Facilitating a Group Meeting
- Showing Biblical Hospitality
- Practicing Genuine Authenticity
- Developing Honoring Service
- Being on Mission
- Developing Bible Study
- Multiplication Instead of Addition
- Staying Healthy as a Leader
- Avoiding Group Killers
Conclusion