What You'll Work Through
Each unit is a conversation, not a page to read. The tutor asks you to explain, apply, and work with the material until it holds.
Chapter 1: Why the Group Cares, Not Just the Leader
Section 1.1: The Mission and Manner of Mutual Ministry
- The mission of mutual ministry: making and maturing disciples
- The manner of mutual ministry: the One Another commands in love
- Mutual ministry as shared responsibility, not the leader's alone
Section 1.2: From Consumers to Body Life
- The Great Commission includes teaching believers to obey, not just making decisions
- Moving group members from consumers to mutual ministers
Chapter 2: The Mutual Ministry Tool in Action
Section 2.1: Reveal: Facilitating Authentic Disclosure
- Model transparency by going first
- Keep sharing reciprocal so no one hides or hangs
Section 2.2: Respond: Stewarding the Raw Moment
- Respond with a Christ-like blend of grace and truth, not compensating between them
- Pray in the moment rather than promising to pray later
Chapter 3: Friendship Practices That Sustain Care
Section 3.1: The Five Friendship Practices
- The five friendship practices from Philippians 1:27 that a leader models and teaches
- Authentic community starts with authentic leadership: tour guide, not travel agent
