Chapter 3

You can read along on pages 45-56

QUESTIONS:

• Would it be a feasible goal to have 50% of our evening pulpit supply each year filled by men from our own congregation?

• Write down the names of 3-4 men in our congregation who could (with help) prepare a 20-30 minute lesson on a particular passage.

• What factors are keeping more men from our congregation from teaching the Bible in some format (Cadets, Sunday School (adult or kids), Youth Group, Sunday Evening)?

• What impacts would having a group of men eager to teach have upon our congregation? How would it enhance our ability to remain a thriving congregation?

• What ways will you intentionally work on improving your teaching skills in the coming months:

• Read through a book of the Bible with another man who is just learning about Christianity, or one in your elder district, or one who likely will be an elder in a few years, etc;

• Lead a Sunday Morning Live session on a particular passage or Christian topic;

• Talk to the Youth Group about a passage or topic;

• Other

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