AY Honors/Small Group Bible Study - Advanced/Answer Key
1. Earn the Small Group Bible Study honor.
For tips and instruction see Small Group Bible Study.
2. At what point should a small group leader multiply the group into more, smaller groups?
When the group grows so large as to lose its intimacy, it is time to multiply (we do not say "divide"). This is generally when the group size reaches 8 or 9, though it can grow larger than that. One sign that the group has grown large enough to multiply includes the consistent attempts to conduct multiple simultaneous discussions.
Be careful in how you handle the multiplication. The most important aspect of forming a new group is finding someone who can lead it. This will generally be the person who is most engaged in the discussions. The next task is to figure out where, when, and with whom it can meet. The "with whom" part can be delicate, and as the leader, you are not in a position to dictate who goes where. If the members to not want to go to another group, they most likely will quit participating if you force the issue.
3. What is a good minimum group size? Why should very small groups meet in public places, and what constitutes a public place?
4. How should a leader deal with the situation when only one other member shows up for the study?
5. Select a Bible study template that can be used to conduct a small group Bible study series on one of the following topics:
a. Bible heroes
b. Topics relevant to teen spritual growth
c. Topics that gives spiritual guidance
e.Some of the 28 Fundamental Beliefs
6. Develop the study series based on your selected template.
7. Lead a small group Bible study for at least 8 sessions using the outline created in the previous requirement.
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