A Good Resource
As one might expect Small Groups Made Easy deals with organizational and pragmatic concerns in leading a small group. Lokkesmoe takes a very realistic approach to dealing with matters such as logistics, the role of a group leader, and preparing for group meetings. The author is focused not only on the success of small groups, but also on helping leaders to set realistic expectations. The second part of this book includes twelve plans for small group sessions which revolve around essential questions such as 'What is God Like?' and 'Where is God When I Suffer?'. Each session includes a personal question, an open-ended spiritual question, and a lead-in question. The sessions are organized to include a social section, a study section, and a prayer section. One of the best features of this book is that it includes information on how to pass the baton of leadership onto others, a way of fulfilling the Great Commission to make disciples. I am grateful to have received a copy of Small Groups Made Easy: Practical and Biblical Starting points to Lead Your Gathering from Bethany House via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion. I was under no obligation to provide a positive review, and received on monetary compensation.
