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Synthesis of Readings
Leading Small Groups in the Way of Jesus
p. 40) The way of Jesus defines the
nature of our practices
p. 13 John 13:34-35
p.15 We are shaped relationally
p. 15 Groups shape us to see a particular point of view
p. 16 We are born into small groups, go to school in small groups, sports, etc.
p. 16 Small groups are a part of Jesus' ministry
p. 18 No one personality makes a good leader
p. 18 good quote
p. 18 Having a false idea of a great leader limits our growth into what God wants us to be for His purpose
p. 19 Clear vision for 3 things: love God, love people, make disciples who love God and people
p. 22 Searching for our idea of a perfect leader might have little to do with the way of Jesus
p. 25 God calls us to be shepherds
p. 27 Make room for the Spirit to shape our souls to be like Jesus
p. 39 The end we envision for our small groups will be what dictates the practices we use for that small group
p. 41 We will relate to others the way we relate to God
p. 52-53 Types of small groups: Realistic, Radical, Enclave, & Idealistic
same pgs. Realistic is deciding what is real for us rather than for God
same pages: Radical--no compromise--extremes
same pgs. Enclave "Bible Study"--Goal is processing info.
same pgs. Idealistic--"right" way of doing church--the NT church--not enough info
p. 61 We do not "make" disciples but we are formed as disciples living in community as the Spirit works in us
p. 62 We aren't going out and forming people into what we think they should be
p. 64 Listen to the Spirit
p. 68 Leading groups in the way Jesus led implies He is with us. We aren't doing this without Him
same pg. Ask where God was in the meeting
p. 69 disenchanted world--no God
p. 70 When there is no presence of God then the attention is on us and we are the center
p. 71 The life Jesus wants to see us live is dependent upon Christ. It flows through Him.
p. 77 How we listen to others determines how much we experience Jesus
p. 80 Our attitude towards children in the group reveals our attitude about God
p. 86 Jesus' way is always collaborative and participatory
p. 92 A team of leaders within the group
p. 95 Don't start a group w/o a team of leaders
p. 170 Following the way of Jesus follows a predictable path of growth development & 5 stages: forming, storming, norming, & re-forming
p. 100 partner with other groups and ministries to reach others
p. 101 birth new groups through the vision
p. 105 leader lives out their real self if to lead like Jesus
p. 145 Quote: We lead not because we have to make it happen. We lead through faith. We lead through trust. We lead through rest. And by doing so, we declare that God's creation does not depend on us.
p. 150 being a difference maker includes doing things, but we need to focus on the transformation in our lives
p. 190 Refuse to fix people
p. 192 See other people as walking a journey and in need of the cross
8 Leadership Practices (designed to help leaders lead like Jesus (207): Hear the rhythms of the Jesus way, Gather in the Presence, Lead Collaboratively, Be Yourself, Hang Out, Make a Difference, Fight Well, Point the Way to the Cross
Leading Life-Changing Small Groups
p. 26 "One anothers"
p. 27 Mission is to be the spiritual formation of disciples
p. 28 Define what it means to be a disciple of Christ
p. 31 mission statement determines the focus
p.33 Values are your underlying beliefs about your small group
p. 35 Vision inspires and motivates
p. 89-90 must be concise, clear, consistent, compelling, collaborative
p. 39 Serve Christ
p. 41 Christ centered p. 42 become Christlike leaders
p. 42 Leaders are servants
Leaders are Shepherds
p. 43 Leaders work together & model for apprentices
p. 44 Wisdom dictates how we guide people toward growth in Christ & realize that leaders need time to learn effective leadership skills
Recognize the Bible as the true Word of God & authority in their life
p. 45 Gifts of leadership: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers
relational discernment that requires some emotional intelligence
p. 46 Core leadership practices: listen, learn, love, & lead
p. 47 leader needs to practice the skill of active listening
p. 50 competency comes from personal development and skill training for the ministry
p. 53 Love for God, the church, the small group, the lost = growing leaders
p. 56Leadership requires commitment and sacrifice
p. 57 Self leadership--lead group and self
p. 69 Allow the Spirit to have His way in your life--empowers your leadership= Fruit of the Spirit John 16:5-15
p. 75 Shared Leadership--apprentice--church's responsibility
p. 79 developing apprentices is as important as evangelism because they will go on to form a new group
p. 81 Small group leadership is the combo of skills and character
p. 97 Create an inclusive environment John 13:35 & Matt. 28:18-20
p. 106 Design an effective meeting
p. 107 The Holy Spirit is the official leader of the group--everything is in His hands
p. 112 Choosing curriculum should support the purpose of the group--may change as the group changes
p. 114 Be aware of the different types of roles of the group members.
p.116 roles may change from time to time
p.122-123 facilitates dynamic discussion that includes everyone's voice and is heard clearly
p. 151 become an encourager & caregiver, create a caring environment to help them move toward Christ
encouragement is showing others that we truly love them despite their difficulties in life
encouragement builds community
p. 152 slow to speak Prov. 12:18, exercise sensitivity Eph. 4:29, show kindness when speaking
p. 153 God expects us as shepherds to give care to others: feed the flock, lead them to rest; seek the lost; bring back the scattered; bind up the broken; strengthen the sick
it's a huge responsibility that we should share with others esp. apprentices to avoid burnout
p. 154 Levels of care: personal, mutual, back up, hurting people
p. 156 support, not counseling
p. 161 Grow God's Community through discipleship
Leading Small Groups With Purpose
p. 28 Don't have to be qualified. Just have to have God on our side
p. 29 If a group is centered on a purpose and led by a focused leader, there is no greater too for spiritual growth than the small group.
p. 29 God has used small groups of men and women to change the world.
p. 35 The choices you make will reflect your character and the state of your heart, and that will determine how much God is able to use you.
p. 35 This is God's Small group, not yours.
p. 138 Because the small group is not yours, you should not be doing all the work
p. 37 God has entrusted to you His most prized possession on the planet--people
p. 36 you will be tempted to give up leadership many times.
p. 41 The New Testament says the small groups pursued the biblical purposes of fellowship, discipleship, ministry, evangelism, and worship.
p. 44 Your small group is a reflection of the church and group members should also reflect the purpose of the church.
p. 45 small group leaders need to involve themselves in the lives of other people like Christ did. Members also need to be involved with leaders' lives.
p. 51 The most effective leaders have 4 types of relationships: with Christ, someone who is a level above, a spiritual partner, and apprentice.
p. 46 Be aware of favoring the purpose you're most comfortable with and empower others through encouragement of other purposes
p. 47 Don't do all the talking
p. 48 be comfortable with silence
James 1:19
p. 50 Focus is not on completing the material
p. 92 First impressions create lasting impressions
A first impression may make a decision of whether or not new people come again to the group.
p. 93 Fellowship--the foundation for all other purposes. The glue that holds the group together in tough times. People must fee safe and connected to each other.
p. 108-109 Discipleship--encouraging spiritual growth in your members. Help members understand their role. Every person is important, not just the leader.
p. 135 Members need to know if they don't fulfill their role, no one else will. It's specific to them.
p. 217 There will be conflicts--know how to deal with difficult people
p. 104 Follow Biblical principles to resolve conflict
p. 144 Serve together--service projects
p. 158 Availability is the key to evangelism
Thesis
Leadership
How do good small group pastors lead small group leaders?
What makes a good small group leader?
Themes throughout the texts
Leadership/small group
How to be a great leader
How to create small groups