A key element to every group is the mood or tone. What happens apart from the content helps to enhance (or sometimes destroy) your group members‘ experiences. Some groups seem to soar and that’s partly due to a comfortable environment.
Jesus knew the influence of environment in learning. He taught about the resurrection outside the tomb of Lazarus and about His identity amid the natural beauty of Caesarea Philippi. He taught about prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, about faith in a boat, righteous anger in the temple, and evangelism in a Samaritan village. Each change in environment brought an opportunity to teach another truth.
Think about the atmosphere you‘ll be creating in your small group. Ask yourself, ”What can I do to communicate to my group that this is a safe place for them to come? How can I help people be comfortable? How do I minimize distractions? What conditions will enhance learning?“
Developing the right environment helps establish a sense of belonging. The environment will influence how people feel about your group, how well they learn, and if they will come back.
KEYS TO CREATING A GOOD ENVIRONMENT
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