Compel or Expel?
The objective of meeting the needs of individuals will determine whether your group should be open or closed.
| posted 5/12/2003
| Topics: | Accountability, Accountability groups, Closed groups, Confession, Confidentiality, Fellowship, Life-change, Open groups, Sharing, Trust |
| Filters: | Coach, Director, Group Leader, Start |
| Purpose: | Ministry |
| References: |  |
| Date Added: | May 12, 2003 |
Keeping in mind Christ's command to go into the streets and compel people to come hear the gospel, it seems audacious to exclude anyone from a small group. In most situations, I believe newcomers and visitors should be welcomed with open arms.
An open door policy will help group members exercise Christian hospitality. Newcomers offer present members ...
