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BUILDING A REVOLUTIONARY

SMALL GROUP MOVEMENT



1.People Experience Transformation in

Community

• Genesis 1:24-2:25

• Exodus 18

• Proverbs 15:22

• Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

• Mark 3:14

• John 17

• Acts 2:41-47

• Romans 12

• 1 Corinthians 12

• 1 Peter 5:1-4

A.Community is about God’s Truth not a church

strategy





How good and pleasant it is when brothers live

together in unity! It is like precious oil poured

on the head, running down on the

beard, running down on Aaron's beard, down

upon the collar of his robes. It is as if the dew

of Hermon were falling on Mount Zion. For

there the LORD bestows his blessing, even life

forevermore.

(Psalm 133:1-3)



A man of many companions may come to

ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a

brother.

(Proverbs 18:24)

In him the whole building is joined together and

rises to become a holy temple in the Lord. And in

him you too are being built together to become a

dwelling in which God lives by his Spirit.

(Ephesians 2:21, 22)



B. God hard-wired people to do life together



Two are better than one, because they have a

good return for their work: If one falls down, his

friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls

and has no one to help him up! Also, if two lie

down together, they will keep warm. But how can

one keep warm alone? Though one may be

overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord

of three strands is not quickly broken.

(Ecclesiastes 4:9-12)



C. Life transformation is supercharged in

community



D. Recognize the power of the ripple





E. Know that group life is messy!



2. Clarify Your Definition of a Small Group

A. Be specific



At NorthRidge, groups are determined by our SG values

Be Who You Are

No one is exactly the same (thank God for that). Can you imagine how

boring life would be if we were? We all see and deal with different

things in different ways, but Small Groups allow us to share these

perspectives safely and in a REAL way.

Do Life Together

Small Groups go far beyond a date and time on the calendar. This is

such a cool opportunity to live out God’s love for each other everyday

and to help one another push through the ups and downs of life.

Engage God’s Truth

The Bible is our authoritative life map that provides direction and

perspective to real life situations today. It’s so important that we look

to it for guidance. It’s true that sometimes it gets confusing…

encourage people to ask the tough questions…THAT IS WHY WE DO

THIS.



Talk to God

Prayer is such a vital part in growing in our relationship with God.

Like anything, it can get stale. Praying with others will help you

experience the true power this gift has to offer. Keep it

conversational…When we talk to God He listens…and talks back.

Invite Others to Join

As you meet new people, you can invite them into your group as well.

This keeps the group dynamic and diverse. Because groups are

generally most effective with 4-12 people, as the group grows

larger, we will help launch new groups while obviously encouraging

people to remain connected with their friends. Embrace growth…it’s

proof that the group is healthy.

Connect Regularly

You’ll be surprised how fast and deep your group will grow together.

To experience the full benefit of Small Groups, each group should

officially meet at least twice a month…



Follow the Leader

Growing spiritually is so much easier when you have

someone close to you who has already been where

you are now. NorthRidge Church is committed to

providing you with someone who is at least one step

ahead of you on the spiritual journey to lead your

Small Group. Leaders must always recognize the

incredible responsibility they’ve been given to guide

and direct people in this amazing pursuit of truth.



B. Embrace multiple expressions of groups



C. Honor the tightrope



3. Position Small Groups for Organizational

Impact

A. Value of influential leadership

B. Value of positional leadership

C. Collaboration is not optional



4. Focus on Sustainable Leadership

A.This is a long journey not a quick road trip

B.Scour the landscape for high capacity volunteers

C. Personal “asks” are required. Avoid the masses only

recruitment approach

D. Create relational interaction not just mechanical

meetings

E. Develop a clear structure



5. Great Group DNA

A. Small Groups are a way of life

B. Platform God’s truth

C. Be sure prayer is not stagnant

D. Create an open group mindset

THANKS FOR COMING TO:

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