Flexible leaders will be planting and discipling dozens of small groups , meeting at various times of the day throughout the week , from early morning minyans on the way to work , to evening house-groups and everything in between . In time , each group will raise up leaders from within the group , releasing the network leader to start more groups and disciple the group leaders . Once discipleship has taken root and the gifts of the Spirit are welcomed and developed , new groups and ministry opportunities will occur . opening for meaningful dialogue that could change lives for eternity , but we should be prepared to practically demonstrate the love and goodness of God to all people : the just and the unjust alike , the household of faith and those currently outside .
We must encourage each other daily in our discipleship , in being conformed to the image of Messiah , so that our jars of clay display more clearly the shining light of Messiah living within us and burning in our hearts . We must develop not just weekly but daily habits of prayer and study , meeting when and wherever time and space permit , to fan the flames of our faith and kindle afresh each day the fire on the altar of our lives .
Planning and careful design will be essential , under the direction and control of the Spirit . Neighborhoods and subdivisions will be mapped , planting teams drawn from nearly adjacent small groups will regularly walk through the target streets and areas , praying and searching for conversation opportunities , to locate the man of peace and find a venue and host for each new group .
Neighborhood meals and social events will bring people together and start the group formation process as people are drawn by the Spirit and the obvious love and care shown by the planting team . Shared concerns about culture , finance , employment , education and more will provide common ground for conversation and moments for the Spirit to challenge public opinion and assumptions about the kingdom of God .
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