08.12.10
What to Do Moments after the Small Group Meeting Ends... 8 Questions to Ask Yourself
Too often, when the small group meeting has ended we breathe a sigh of relief and get TiVo rockin' and rollin'. Rather than catching up on your missed show immediately, if you'll take five minutes to answer 8 questions you may see transformation in group member's lives like you never have before. The evaluation that takes place moments after the meeting ends may be the most important thing we do. It will tell us how we can engage with group members so that ultimate transformation occurs. I have found that answering a few probing questions is essential. I hope the list below will serve you well.
- Is there someone to pray for?
- Is there someone needing counsel?
- Is there someone to encourage?
- Is there someone to hold accountable?
- Is there something to celebrate with someone?
- Is there a need to be met?
- Is there a leadership call to make?
- Is there a conflict to be resolved?
Excellent questions! When small group is perceived by the leaders and the members as a "discovery time" for a week of relational ministry with and for others in the group, it becomes a very powerful time indeed.
Love this tool...thanks for sharing...been gaining some great insight from your blog...keep 'em coming! I'll keep passing them along!