Leaders

I CAN’T LEAD A GROUP BECAUSE…

…I don’t have time
North American life is full. And we sometimes pack our lives even fuller, many times with valuable things. As we consider the opportunity to lead a group of men, we must ask ourselves this question. “What is wise?” And for the answer to this question, we must look to the Bible. God instructs us to be disciple-makers (Matthew 28:19). He says that it is foolish to isolate ourselves (Proverbs 18:1). And he says, “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil” (Ephesians 5:15). So what is the best use of our time? We contend that there are fewer more purposeful endeavours than intentionally investing in the lives of a particular group of men for their encouragement and discipleship. This investment will send spiritual ripples throughout your community in marriages, parenting, churches, workplaces, etc.
...I need a group. I can’t lead one.
Your realization of your need for a group of men alongside you is one of the most important elements of your being an effective group leader. If you don’t consider your need for a community of men around you paramount, then you will never be able to pass this realization on to them. So when you lead a group, you don’t come thinking that everyone else needs what you have to give. Instead, you come saying, I desperately need Jesus as well as these other guys, and I want to be used by God to facilitate each man in the group coming to Jesus and growing in relationship with one another.
…I’m not a trained counsellor
As a group leader, you will be encouraged to make every effort to observe and listen intently to each man in order to understand his particular and present needs. However, you won’t be expected to give counsel or advice, at least no more than any other group participant. The Holy Spirit will be the Counsellor who will come alongside each man at his point of need, to give strength, counsel and comfort.
…I’m not a Bible scholar
You need not have answers to the many biblical questions that may arise in your discussions. You are simply asked to come prepared to lead men into the Scriptures related to the topic (having first studied them yourself), enabling them, as best you can, to see the primary or relevant observations and applications. The Holy Spirit will be the Bible Teacher as He gives insight to each man who, in turn, through your encouragement, will add his contribution to the discussion at hand.
…I’m not mature enough
You are certainly encouraged to do your Spirit-guided best to live a life that honours God in all areas. Your example is your greatest strength as a leader of men. But like each participant in your group, you are an intentional follower of Jesus Christ who is still “a work in progress”. So there is no need to be anything or anyone other than who you are and where you are on your journey toward Christ-likeness.
…I can’t do this alone
You are right. We believe strongly that every group leader needs practical and spiritual support and prayer as they engage in the vital role of leading their groups each week. This is why Nextlevel doesn’t just provide upfront training to prepare you to start a group. We also stick with you throughout your group leading journey providing one-to-one counsel and support, materials and a path to guide your group through, and a community of other groups leaders where you can be known and experience mutual encouragement.

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I CAN’T LEAD A GROUP BECAUSE…

Taking your life and purpose to the next level is actually possible. But it is highly unlikely without the help of other men who will walk alongside you. A brotherhood of men who will stick with you no matter what. What if this kind of life was actually possible?

What Group LEADERS are Saying

“We grew from a group of strangers to a band of brothers”

“The curriculum is so solid–it makes leadership so easy, anyone can do it.”

“The training gave me the confidence, skills and tools I needed”

Take the first step to becoming a disciple-maker...

I want to partner withNextLevel Ministries

Become a Group Leader

Hear from the men who lead groups

The Group Leader Journey

I CAN’T LEAD A GROUP BECAUSE…

Taking your life and purpose to the next level is actually possible. But it is highly unlikely without the help of other men who will walk alongside you. A brotherhood of men who will stick with you no matter what. What if this kind of life was actually possible?

What Group LEADERS are Saying

“We grew from a group of strangers to a band of brothers”

“The curriculum is so solid–it makes leadership so easy, anyone can do it.”

“The training gave me the confidence, skills and tools I needed”

Take the first step to becoming a disciple-maker...

I want to partner with
NextLevel Ministries

The Group Leader
Journey