Discuss and examine the importance of small groups and growth groups to the overall health of the church/ministry context. Particular attention should be given to discussing the growth group model and how it relates to developing healthy disciples.

The Importance of Small Groups

Read Dempsey & Earley’s (2018) Spiritual Formation Is (chapters 18-22), then discuss and examine the importance of small groups and growth groups to the overall health of the church/ministry context. Particular attention should be given to discussing the growth group model and how it relates to developing healthy disciples.

You must use 500 words and support your assertions with 3 scholarly citations in the current Turabian format. Any sources cited must have been published with the last five years. Acceptable sources include the textbook and the Bible. Be concise and clear in your analysis.