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26th October 2009 by Jarrod Newton

Just saw this from Josh Griffin over at morethandodgeball.com. I thought it was great advice for any small group leader and ties in really well for anyone who's started to use LIFE.

Here's what Josh had to say:

Relational Youth Ministry is any step toward building a relationship with a student in your small group. It could be big, it could be small - either way, it is an effort toward truly living in community and sharing life together.

I want our ministry to be known for this! I want our students known, loved and cared for. It all takes time - but not as much as you might think.

You went to a students' water polo game? Amazing. You couldn't make it to the game, but sent them a text asking if they won or not? Still incredible. You thought about them, or prayed for them while they played? I'll take it! Leaders this week talked about simple ways they connected with students - from road trips to camp outs, from birthday parties to a "good luck on the SAT"  text [ed. - "Good luck in your exams"]. All make a difference and build relationship.

Too often we default to the big ideas and instead should be happy with any and all steps. Some weeks they'll be huge steps. Some weeks, small. Some - even backward. As a small group leader, commit to relational youth ministry and build community with the students God has entrusted to you!

That's some simple, realistic and practical advice from a guy who knows what he's talking about. How does it apply to where you're at?

Till next time,

Jarrod Newton

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