Three Secrets For Small Group Success

Anyone can hang out with students over the course of a DNow weekend. But you don’t want to settle for that, do you? Nope. You want to go beyond merely hanging out.

The following three thoughts will help you engage in a more meaningful way with your small group.

Listen Beyond Words
The students in your DNow Small Group are always telling you something, whether or not they are talking. Listen beyond their words to what is easy for them to talk about, and what is hard. What subjects do they avoid or embrace? What is their body language saying as you begin to learn about different aspects of their lives?

Don’t Be Afraid Of Questions
Obviously, building trust takes time. And it won’t happen over the course of a weekend. But genuine interest goes a long way. Overall, students love to be discovered. And oftentimes, they readily answer the questions that we’re afraid to ask. As they begin to tell you about their lives, continue to ask questions that take the conversation from talking about an event to talking about their hearts.

Enjoy it
God invited you to play a role in developing these students. The hard work is worth it. And any time we’re on one of God’s missions we get to live with the potential of what He can do, instead of what we can do. Enjoy the adventure! Get the most out of your DNow Weekend.

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Doug Franklin is a veteran youth worker and the founder of LeaderTreks. Doug is a big believer in the role DNow can play in the spiritual development of teenagers.