CARE GROUP DYNAMICS

( Relational - Leadership Training )

Lesson 3 CARE GROUP PRINCIPLES

A. Overview in Handling Care Group

The Lord Jesus in handling the small group of his twelve disciples applied the following principles: 1. INTIMACY ( it is in the heart how close we are in the Lord.)

The C.G. leader must be involved and closely observed the life of his members. If Jesus saw the need for him to be intimate to his disciples, there is no reason for a leader that he should not do the same to the C.G. members.( Mk.3:13-15) 2. TRAINING graduation ) ( leaders education never ends with the

A committed leader should have the necessary training, in order for him/her to become effective in handling a fellowship meeting. ( Eph.4:11-16 ) 3. OBEDIENCE ( if you stop learning today, you stop leading tomorrow ) Christianity is a life-style, its not just a set of teachings. A leader must have to learn not only to the content of Christs teachings, but must also to live in obedience to Him. ( Mtt.10:37-38 ) 4. GOOD EXAMPLE ( in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity ) A C.G. leader must set as a good model in his life by which the members can follow. He must be transparent in his life before his members, to see Gods grace and blessings in his life. Practice what youve preached! ( 1Tim.4:12-15 ) __________________________________________________________________

B. Care Group is the Application of Gods Word

A Care Group fellowship is not just simply studying the Bible; but applying Gods words into the persons life, is one of its vital components. As the Bible declares; apart from me, you can do nothing. 1. It goes beyond the parameter of the Bible teachings, for it encompasses the spiritual growth along with relational growth. 2. It is in the Care Group where each person seeks to: a) Edify one another, in order to be enlightened, to improve or instruct. b) Encourage each other to meet regularly as they grow spiritually. c) Create an environment of concern, through prayers and ministering them. d) Cultivate or cherish a desire to have the best for one another.

In the Care Group, that the fruit of the Holy Spirit may evidently seen and demonstrated for the benefit of the group members.

C. Understanding Group Dynamics

Everything that is done in the church has to do with the groups. A congregation is one big group, therefore we must learn the following importance of a group: 1. A group needs a well defined purpose. (Concern for spiritual growth ) It must have a reason for existence. Without a defined purpose, a group will not be effective, efficient and productive. 2. A group needs a publicized ministry. ( Exposing a true friendship ) Publicity means communication, to advertise its service. People need to know the focus of the group for them to get involve. 3. A group must have an entry method. ( Manner of joining the group ) People must know on how to get into the group. It should have a systematic process for the people in joining the group/church. 4. A group must have a nurture procedure. ( Teaching proper guidelines ) People must be familiar on how they can be accepted into the group. What are the laws that governs this group, the parameters that make this group function.

5. A group must have functional structure. ( Establish relational groups ) It begins with a stated objective to attain a certain goal and its ministry mission in pursuing the vision. As a result, a caring group full of effective witnesses will be exhibiting an important characteristic of a caring church.

D. The Heart Of A Leader That God Uses

A care group leader must set himself as a good example to his member in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity. (1 Timothy 4:12) 1. Has a great PURPOSE in life and willing to fulfill for Gods glory. 2. Has, by Gods grace, removed any HINDRANCE from his life. 3. Has a vital, LIFE-CHANGING message to the sinful world. 4. Has an attitude of a true DISCIPLE of Gods Word. 5. Has learned how to PREVAIL in prayer regardless of situation. 6. Has choose to SERVE with a humble attitude and action. 7. Has a great FAITH that expects results and can empower others. 8. Has live under the ANOINTING of the Holy Spirit. 9. Has stirs up the GIFTS of the Spirit in himself and others. 10. Has chosen to be a GOOD EXAMPLE before leading others.

Only those who has learned to serve are qualified to lead.