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Cell Groups Can Become Churches

A glorious theme of the Scriptures is the theme of organic growth and multiplication. Jesus loved the theme of organic growth.  He said, “The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed into about 27 kilos of flour until it worked all through the dough.” 

He loves to see things that start small grow into a huge blessing.  Jesus loves cell groups.

A great way to start a new church is to start a multiplying cell group in a village where there is no church, a village that is more than a 30 minute walk from your church. Let the cell group multiply until there are 3 or 4 cell groups.  Then bring the small groups together for large group worship.

Principles of Leadership – Facilitate Equipping, part 1

“Facilitate Equipping”.  The word “facilitate” implies that the leader does not have to do all the equipping himself or herself.  He/she simply needs to ensure that equipping one’s followers takes place.

Firstly, he “called to him those he wanted”.  Leaders equip others by invitation; they invite others to follow.  It is a selective process. 

Secondly, he appointed twelve that they “might be with him”.

Thirdly, he “sent them out”.  Notice that for Jesus, discipleship was not learning information and passing a written exam.  Jesus’ model was that of apprenticeship.  This is how we also do things in Village Church Planting.  He taught (and demonstrated), and then he sent them out to do ministry. 

Who can Lead a Cell Group

In cell groups, God our heavenly Father uses the intimacy of a home, the warmth of a small group, the light of his Word, and the faith of brothers and sister in Christ to strengthen his children.  Cell groups can help your church grow. Today’s podcast answers the question, “Who can lead a cell group?”  The answer may surprise you.

Cell Group Meetings vs Large Group Worship

My brother Dean Davis gave a great explanation on what the responsibilities of a cell group and church have in the Multiply Podcast called: Cell Groups Can Help Your Church Grow. One of the aspects he mentioned is how cell groups cultivate and grow new leaders within the church. When cell groups reconvene together in church it creates a great foundation for the church to continue to grow deeper, wider, and stronger.

Cell Groups can Help Your Church Grow

Today’s podcast discusses the similarities and differences between cell groups and churches. But more importantly encourages church planters to start cell groups to ehlp their churches grow in number, in the development of new, young leaders, and in new locations far from where the mother church meets

 

Share the Vision part 2

 Vision acts as a “filter”.  In other words, when other opportunities – even good things, sometimes – come our way, godly leaders evaluate those opportunities in light of whether they align (or not) with our ultimate vision or goal.  Vision allows us to say “no” to that which is not most important.

The Student’s Pledge

Today’s podcast helps church planters set themselves up for success to multiply disciples, leaders, and churches. How? By helping prospective second generation church planters discover if they are faithful, available and teachable. Discover the Student Pledge on today’s episode

The Call of God and Church Planting

The calling from God comes directly from the close relationship with the Lord. Hearing and knowing what He is asking to be done. The calling of God dear church planter is a simple surrender to God in what He wants you to do. This can be a challenging part to fulfilling His calling upon your life.

What Does Your Second Generation Church Need

Today’s podcast ask, “What does your second generation church need?” There are two answers.  Your second generation church planter needs you. He or she needs your presence and your example.  He or she needs time to talk and pray with you.  That second generation church needs to grow by practicing the nine activities of a church described in Acts 2:37-47.

Find out how you can help your second generation churches be strong and healthy.

Share The Vision

We begin with Share the Vision.  In my previous message, I mentioned how leaders both instruct and inspire those who follow.  “Instruct” deals with imparting knowledge about the vision.  “Inspire” motivates others emotionally to join the cause and to commit themselves to it. 

In some ways, a leader resembles an athletics coach.  He or she teaches players the fundamentals, skills and strategy.  While that is an excellent start, it is not enough.  Before and during matches, the coach must motivate players to play with energy and passion.  I would assert that church leaders do the same.