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Join a Transformation Group

Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ. For this purpose also I labor, striving according to His power, which mightily works within me. – Colossians 1:28-29

What is a Transformation Group?

Transformation Groups (TG) are a simple way to embrace the most essential elements of spiritual growth. The groups are a foundational tool for growing in maturity,  following Christ with passion and purpose, with one another – true discipleship.

Each TG is 2-5 men or women (same gender) who meet regularly – One hour, once a week is recommended. The goal is for common Christians to come together for the uncommon work of reproducing disciples of Jesus, who in turn make Jesus disciples within their sphere of influence.

As a result, the group members are prayerfully on the lookout for others in their lives who they can invite along. Each member is challenged to embrace the Biblical values of community, life transformation (true growth in Christ), and multiplying followers of Jesus. Once the group grows to 5 (max) the goal is then to “multiply “into 2 groups once a 6th member is ready to join in. Then, 2 groups of 3 continue in the same multiplication process and so on…

ONE COMMITMENT

To serve, love, and lead others into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. This is living out the mission of Christ in community together. The commitment embraces the “one anothers” of the New Testament and fosters true accountability, gracious confidentiality, and the value of reproducibility. We are privileged to pass on what we are learning and growing in.

TWO QUALIFICATIONS

• A desperate need for Christ (Luke 5:29 -32)
• Faithfulness to the process (2 Timothy 2:2)

The group should be committed to humility and teachability with one another and a willingness to speak into each other’s lives for the sake of growing in Christ and living life on His mission.

THREE TASKS

  1. Confess Your Sins to One Another – James 5:16
  2. Read and Study the Word of God – 2 Timothy 2:15
  3. Pray Together for Worship, Life and Mission – Acts 2:42

Real Life Accountability

Proverbs 27:17

The following questions can be used as a guide for open and transparent conversation in the group for accountability. This kind of ongoing conversation along with other points of encouragement will stimulate growth in character and confession of sin in a safe environment that values honesty, vulnerability, trust, and grace. There will be an ongoing commitment to confidentiality and mutual care. This would exclude placing others within the group in a place of compromise by confessing a serious unresolved crime.

  1. Did you finish the Bible reading or study we set out to do since our last meeting? Were you consistent in the Word?
  2. What did you learn from the Word of God and what is one challenge it is bringing into your life for growth?
  3. Have you been a testimony to the greatness of Jesus Christ both in word and action?
  4. Have you given in to any kind of sexual temptation or allowed your thought life to embrace impurity?
  5. Have you lacked integrity in financial dealings or coveted something that does not belong to you?
  6. Have you been honoring, loving, understanding, and generous in your relationships?
  7. Have you damaged another person by your words, either behind their back or face to face?
  8. Have you given in to any addictions? Explain.
  9. Have you continued to remain angry toward anyone?
  10. Have you secretly had malicious thoughts about anyone?
  11. What practical steps do you need to take in light of any of your answers above?
  12. Have you been honest, open, and transparent with the group?

Strategic Prayer Focus

Romans 10:1

As a regular part of walking with the Lord, each person should be praying for those in their lives who need new life in Jesus. List the names below that your group is praying for and reaching out to. Keep this brochure as a bookmark in your Bible and pray for them each week as you do your weekly reading or Bible study.

  • I pray that _______would hear and believe the Word of God for what it really is (1 Thess. 2:13).
  • I ask you to prevent the god of this world from blinding _______ to the truth (2 Cor. 4:4, 2, Tim. 2:25- 26).
  • Holy Spirit, I ask you to convict _______ of sin and need for redemption in Christ (Jn. 16:7-14).
  • Lord, I ask that you give _______ the opportunity, the courage, and the right words to share with _______ (Col. 4:3-6).
  • I pray that _______ would turn from sin and follow Christ (Acts 17:30-31, 1 Thess. 1:9-10).
  • I pray that _______ would put all of his/her trust in Christ (John 1:12, 5:24).
  • I pray that _______ would confess Christ as Lord, take root, grow in faith, and bear fruit for Your glory (Rom. 10:9, 10, Col. 2:6, 7, Luke 8:15).
  • Lord I ask that you would send others to _______ to share the gospel (Matt. 9:37-38).

TO JOIN

Contact the Church Office – 818.776.1500 or groups@bridgebible.church.

*Transformation Group brochures are available at the Information Center.

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