Notes for Group Leaders


Notes for Leaders of Studies for New Believers

The aim of these 4 studies is to establish and affirm and confirm new Christians in their decision to follow Jesus.
·         The material is simple. It is not the purpose to teach lots of doctrine, or to use every Bible text on the subject!
·         The studies are short, but can be talked through and considered more deeply where questions are raised, or where a new believer has a problem or need.
·         Be prepared! Study the material beforehand, and soak it in prayer. Jot down other scriptures to help you answer questions
·         Use the Word! It is powerful. 2 Tim 3:16 and Heb 4:12.  Compare different modern translations when possible.
·         Be careful of giving opinions – read the Word for answers.
·         Be happy and enthusiastic about what you are sharing from the Word.
·         Depend on the Holy Spirit. If you get stuck, breathe a silent prayer to Him for help. He has all the counsel and wisdom of the Lord for you.
·         Ask the Holy Spirit for His anointing for you, and for Him to minister to everyone in the group.
·         Remember the new Christian may have no previous knowledge of the Bible. Don’t expect they can find John’s gospel for instance. Use every opportunity to help them find their way round, and explain what text references mean, and the difference between the Old and New Testaments. Keep it simple! Show them the index!
·         Do not enter into argument. Listen and be courteous, and steer any debate back to the simplicity of the written Word.
·         Give time for sharing and praying for each other – for needs, family situations, health problems etc. Encourage the new believer to pray as well. Use simple understandable language.
·         Finally go for it with love and kindness and thoughtfulness for each person. Show them the love of Christ. Pray for them between meetings. And trust the Lord that each will grow in Him, and be transformed  in His love.

PRAY    PRAY     PRAY  ! ! !

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