Biblical Foundations for Small Group Ministry : an integrative approach

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Introduction: why do we need biblical foundations for small group ministry? -- Pt.1: Old Testament foundations for small group ministry -- Small group origins -- Small group paradox -- Small group covenants -- The ten commandments for small groups -- Small group relationships -- Small group leadership -- Small group structures -- Small group ministry -- Pt. 2: Jesus' small groups: Gospel foundations for small group ministry -- The small group of twelve -- Gathering the small group -- Modeling group life -- Leading the small group -- Observing small group dynamics -- Training small group leaders -- Empowering small group members -- Mobilizing the small group for ministry -- Pt. 3: The church as multiple groups: apostolic foundations for small group ministry -- The ecclesia as an extension of the twelve -- Small group direction and disciplines -- Small group as formational and transformational community -- Mutual ministry in the small group -- Small group images and metaphors -- The small group ministry in ministry and mission -- Small group integrity and destiny -- The church as small group network -- Conclusion: A theological summary of biblical and theological foundations for small group ministry.