Cell Group Leadership and Multiplication Impact

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Which of the following factors does NOT significantly impact a cell group's multiplication?

  • The leader's personality type (correct)
  • The leader's daily devotional time
  • The number of visitors the cell group receives
  • The leader's setting of goals for the group

According to the survey, how does a cell leader's prayer life impact multiplication?

  • Leaders who pray for their members are more likely to multiply their group. (correct)
  • Prayer is less important than training in achieving cell group multiplication.
  • Leaders who pray daily have a 50% chance of multiplying their group.
  • Prayer has no significant influence on cell group multiplication.

The survey suggests that setting goals in cell groups can _____ the chance of multiplication.

  • completely eliminate
  • reduce
  • significantly increase (correct)
  • slightly increase

How does the frequency of a leader's contact with new people affect their cell group's multiplication?

<p>Contacting eight or more new people per month significantly boosts multiplication. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between cell group multiplication and encouraging members to invite friends?

<p>Leaders who encourage members to bring visitors experience double the multiplication rate. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the number of visitors in a cell group and its multiplication?

<p>There is a direct relationship, with more visitors associated with more multiplication. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the survey, which of the following is NOT an important aspect of cell group leadership that directly affects multiplication?

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Which of the following actions is considered more important for cell leader preparation than preparing the lesson?

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What was the author's main motivation for studying cell churches?

<p>To learn more about small-group evangelism and its impact on church growth. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the author, what is the key to understanding church growth?

<p>Analyzing the practices of successful churches, particularly those utilizing cell groups. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's perspective on the relationship between small-group evangelism and church growth?

<p>Small-group evangelism is a crucial element of dynamic church growth, inseparable from it. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the author's journey of studying cell churches highlight about his approach?

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What is the primary characteristic of the cell church model that contributes to its growth?

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Which of these is NOT a location the author visited during his research on cell churches?

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Who provided the author with crucial inspiration and support for his research?

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What is the primary argument made by Dale Galloway and Carl F. George regarding closed groups?

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What is the central analogy used to illustrate the concept of cell ministry?

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How is the "Learning Stage" of a small group characterized, according to the text?

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What is the significance of the 90 percent cell participation rate at Love Alive Church in Tegucigalpa, Honduras?

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What is the main message conveyed by the quote "No one can button up the lifeboats and hang out a sign, 'You can't come in here.'"?

<p>Church groups should be open and welcoming to new members. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's primary purpose in the text?

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What does the statement "Cells, biologically, are 'the smallest structural unit of an organism that is capable of independent functioning'" suggest about cell ministry?

<p>Cell groups have the potential to grow and reproduce themselves. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary factor that increases the likelihood of a cell group multiplying?

<p>Setting clear goals for the cell members (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Cesar Castellanos' cell group goal for December 31, 1996?

<p>To increase to 10,000 cell groups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the outcome of Pastor Castellanos' goal setting in 1996?

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What did Ted Engstrom observe about successful leaders?

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According to the passage, what is a drawback of 'fast food' devotions?

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How did the surveyed cell leaders respond when asked if they knew when their group would multiply?

<p>Responses varied widely with many unsure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main factor driving the growth of Yoido Full Gospel Church, according to the passage?

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What is the author's view on spending an extensive amount of time in prayer?

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What role did prayer play in Cesar Castellanos' leadership?

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What does the capability to set clear goals enable cell leaders to achieve?

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What is the significance of Mark 1:35 in the passage?

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Which of these figures is NOT mentioned as an example of someone who dedicated significant time to prayer?

<p>Mike Bickle. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the implication of the comment about God majoring in the 'humanly impossible'?

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What is the central message of the passage?

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What is the author's advice regarding prayer in a busy life?

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According to the passage, what is the expected outcome of committing to at least 60 minutes of prayer?

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What was the initial goal of the church mentioned in the first paragraph?

<p>To establish 30,000 cell groups by December 31, 1997 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the church in the first paragraph demonstrate their commitment to reaching out to the masses?

<p>By having more than 600 city buses rented by cell groups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of the text?

<p>To discuss the growth and success of cell-based churches (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the church founded by Pastor Lawrence Khong transition to a cell church?

<p>By being completely restructured with the help of Ralph Neighbour Jr. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important mission of a new cell leader?

<p>To reproduce cell groups (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT mentioned as a reason for the success of cell churches?

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Based on the text, which of the following statements is TRUE about the cell church model?

<p>It has been adopted by churches worldwide, with some adaptations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the churches mentioned experienced a rapid increase in the number of members after becoming a cell church?

<p>Both A and B (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Cell Groups

Small, organized groups within a church focused on evangelism and discipleship.

El Batan Church Growth

From 5 groups in 1992 to 51 groups in 1994, adding around 400 new converts.

Cell Concept

A strategy for church growth using small, interconnected groups.

Dynamic Church Growth

Significant and sustainable growth in a church's attendance and membership.

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Small-group Evangelism

Reaching out and sharing faith through small group settings.

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Global Church Movement

Rapid growth of cell-based churches worldwide, evident in various cultures.

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Researching Growing Churches

Studying successful church models to understand effective growth strategies.

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C. Peter Wagner

A mentor who inspired the study and growth of cell churches.

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Closed Groups

Groups that do not accept new members and limit participation.

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Great Commission

The mandate to spread the message of Christianity and make disciples of all nations.

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Cell Ministry

A church structure organized in smaller groups for nurture, connection, and outreach.

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Importance of Cell Membership

High engagement in cell groups is crucial for church health and growth.

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Body of Christ

The collective community of Christians seen as one body with many members.

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Mother-Daughter Cell Multiplication

The process of existing cell groups forming new ones, spreading the church's reach.

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Stages of Small Groups

Phases that small groups go through, starting with learning and development.

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Learning Stage

The initial phase of small groups where members become acquainted and establish trust.

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David Yonggi Cho

A pastor known for growing his church through cell group ministry.

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Faith Community Baptist Church

A Singaporean church that adopted the cell group model successfully.

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Cell-based ministry

A church organization model centered around small groups or 'cells'.

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Sunday service attendance

Every person attending services is counted and recorded.

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Cell leader

An individual responsible for overseeing a cell group within a church.

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Cell seminar

An event for church leaders to learn about cell group implementation.

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Cell group reproduction

The mission of cell leaders to create new groups.

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Factors not affecting multiplication

Leader's gender, age, education, personality, and spiritual gifting do not influence cell group multiplication.

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Devotional time impact

Cell leaders who spend 90+ minutes in devotion multiply their groups twice as much as those with under 30 minutes.

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Importance of intercession

Daily prayer for cell members increases the likelihood of group multiplication.

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Preparation for cell meetings

Spending time with God to prepare is more important than preparing lessons for cell meetings.

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Setting goals

Leaders who set clear, memorable goals increase their chances of group multiplication from 50% to 75%.

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Multiplication date knowledge

Knowing the cell multiplication date helps leaders focus and increases their success rate.

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Training's role

Better-trained cell leaders multiply their groups faster, but prayer and goal orientation are key.

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Contacting new people

Leaders who interact with 5-7 new individuals monthly have an 80% chance of multiplying their groups.

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Devotional Life

A life characterized by regular time spent in prayer and communion with God.

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Jesus' Example

Jesus often withdrew to pray alone, demonstrating the importance of quiet time with God.

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Martin Luther's Prayer

Luther dedicated three hours each morning to prayer, noting its importance despite his busy schedule.

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John Welch's Prayer

John Welch reportedly spent seven to eight hours in prayer each day.

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Quality vs. Quantity in Prayer

Effective prayer can start with little quality time but can grow with persistence.

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J.O. Fraser's Balance

Fraser devoted half his day to prayer and half to evangelism, showing a balanced devotional life.

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David Cho's Growth Insights

Cho attributes his church's growth to the time spent in prayer.

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Fast Food Devotions

Quick, shallow prayers that lack depth and produce little spiritual fruit.

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Goal Setting

Establishing clear objectives for group multiplication enhances success.

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Cell Leader Awareness

Leaders who know their multiplication goals are more effective.

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Impact of Goal Clarity

Knowing objectives increases chances of successful multiplication to 75%.

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Role of Vision in Leadership

A clear vision from leadership drives group growth and enthusiasm.

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Cesar Castellanos

Pastor with apostolic vision, successful in church growth through goals.

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Short- and Long-term Goals

Setting both immediate and future objectives improves church growth strategy.

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Overcoming Human Limitations

Faith and vision help achieve seemingly impossible church goals.

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Enthusiasm in Leadership

Motivated leaders inspire their groups to surpass growth expectations.

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Study Notes

Book Title and Author

  • Home Cell Group Explosion
  • Joel Comiskey

Foreword

  • Foreward by C. Peter Wagner
  • From Fuller Theological Seminary
  • Book is for the harvest of souls
  • Evangelistic efforts are not as effective as they could be
  • Many churches are not retaining new converts
  • 3-16% of the individuals from evangelistic outreaches end up in local churches

Contents

  • Foreword
  • Preface
  • Introduction
  • Chapter 1: Successful Cell-Based Churches
  • Chapter 2: Cell Church Basics
  • Chapter 3: Relax! You Don't Need To Be A Superstar
  • Chapter 4: Pray!
  • Chapter 5: Set Goals
  • Chapter 6: Raise Up New Leaders
  • Chapter 7: Attract Visitors
  • Chapter 8: Reach Out As A Team
  • Chapter 9: Evangelize By Meeting Needs
  • Chapter 10: Prepare For A Smooth Delivery
  • Chapter 11: Understand Cell Planting
  • Chapter 12: Understand Mother-Daughter Multiplication
  • Chapter 13: A Parable
  • Appendix A (Questionnaire)
  • Notes
  • Study Guide
  • Index

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