The Big Book on Small Groups
Overview
Jeffrey Arnold discusses the basic components and dynamics of small groups and describes how to develop relationships within the group, how to train group leaders, and much more.
Top Highlights
“A small group is an intentional gathering of three to twelve people who commit themselves to work together to become better disciples of Jesus Christ. The key words in this definition are emphases of this book—commitment, working together and discipleship.” (source)
“There are five fundamental small group tasks within the framework of the Christian community: study, worship, prayer, evangelism and mission.” (source)
“The other element in a healthy community is communication.” (source)
“A leader is one who, because of good character qualities, is able to influence others in a positive way” (source)
“First, she believes that people with a gift for pastoring (nurturing) should be encouraged to exercise leadership, so she views her role as that of discovering, supporting and encouraging leaders in their ministry. And second, she sees the need for educated leadership, so she invests her time and energy in equipping leaders.” (source)
- Title: The Big Book on Small Groups
- Authors: Jeffrey Arnold, Stephanie Black
- Publisher: IVP
- Print Publication Date: 1992
- Logos Release Date: 2001
- Era: era:Contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Church group work; Small groups; Bible › Study and teaching
- ISBNs: 9780830878567, 0830878564
- Resource ID: LLS:40.40.28
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-28T20:18:19Z
