tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22478825.post3347270203917982095..comments2024-02-29T18:17:23.492+11:00Comments on Ministry and Me: Growing in the bible belt...Chrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06266685143006297057noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22478825.post-29010490718903080062010-03-16T08:55:06.357+11:002010-03-16T08:55:06.357+11:00Take advantage of the benefits of smaller groups b...Take advantage of the benefits of smaller groups by having leaders disciple in small groups of 2-3, demonstrating Christ-likeness by involving them in other parts of their life and ministry - taking on big-sister/brother roles. This is life-changing and hard to do in large churches. My view is that big is not better. "lifestyle discipleship"Flygirlhttp://www.myspace.com.au/tasgigsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22478825.post-31293011297855351512010-03-15T16:24:44.337+11:002010-03-15T16:24:44.337+11:00Question #2 is a penetrating question, isn't i...Question #2 is a penetrating question, isn't it? I think that is what David was asking other churches to consider in Tassie. But the answer, for you, is probably quite different. Often times the distinctive of smaller groups is deeper discipleship. Jesus, for instance, often let folks who were not part of his inner crowd go. But with his smaller group he gained deep commitment, and eventually through their work grew his Kingdom. <br /><br />Have you done much partnering with other ministries for events? We do a "mission trip" to our own community once a year with like 8 other churches. It's a great opportunity to see Christians working together in unity transcending denominations. One of my favorite events throughout the year. Not to mention, seeing Christians unified in acts of service for their neighbors is just a beautiful sight.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22478825.post-79190268847491489312010-03-15T14:44:19.708+11:002010-03-15T14:44:19.708+11:00Here's another question to ask... how many you...Here's another question to ask... how many young people are in your area, that aren't part of any of these big youth groups? Why aren't they? (Do all the groups cater for the same sorts of kids) Is there a specific sub group not being reached that you could aim to reach?Bree Millsnoreply@blogger.com