8 Practices of Great Small Group Leaders
Most of the time, when we think leading a small group or a missional community, we think in terms of techniques. We live in a world driven by techniques. If you have a problem, someone out there has a solution they’re willing to sell you. If you follow their secret knowledge, then you’ll get different results. If you want to make money, there’s a plan for that. If you want to be happy, then follow the steps some expert outlines for you. This technique mindset works like this: if you want to experience x, then follow the a + b + c formula. For group leadership, these techniques usually sound something like the following: Four steps to leading a great small group discussion Three keys to building community Seven ways to pray for your group members Six rules for leading worship in groups Five ways to reach the community with the gospel How to ask great questions that generate discussion How to contact group members between meetings A s...