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Now that you have determined what group of people your Small Group would like to reach, and with what kind of P.E.A.C.E. Project to reach them, you are ready to begin preparing for your P.E.A.C.E. Project. We hope that your time of discovery identifying the people your Small Group is uniquely designed to reach was an exciting experience. Remember, this is a discovery process and for some Small Groups it will take a few experiences in the community to clearly identify what group that is. However, your group has a great head start because you are beginning with intentionality and purpose. We encourage your Small Group to continue examining your collective SHAPE in search for how you can best utilize your uniqueness to fulfill the Great Commandment and the Great Commission in your local community. There are two important areas of preparation that your Small Group will need to address: Preparation through Prayer: This is your most critical kind of preparation. There are several ways you can prepare for your P.E.A.C.E. Project through prayer. You can be intentional praying individually, set aside time in your Small Group meetings to focus in prayer, or your group may decide to do a prayer walk in the area you will be doing your P.E.A.C.E. Project. All three forms of prayer are important as your Small Group prepares for P.E.A.C.E. We have provided you with training modules on prayer and these can be great tools for your Small Group as you work to ensure you are prepared through prayer. If you would like to learn about other habits of spiritual maturity consider attending Destiny’s CLASS 201. You can learn about and register for upcoming classes by clicking HERE. Preparation through Proper Planning: Although prayer is foundational to being prepared you must also ensure that your Small Group is planning properly. Being prepared is not solely a spiritual exercise, meaning, that if you pray God will work everything out. As a matter of fact, the Bible has a lot to say about being a wise planner. Proverbs 21:5 states that, “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty. (NIV)” Make sure that you are taking the time to plan your P.E.A.C.E. Project well. In doing so, your group will have a wonderful experience as will those you are serving. Your P.E.A.C.E. Champion will be contacting you to delegate important tasks and responsibilities that are critical to the success of your Small Group’s P.E.A.C.E. Project. In order to make your project a success it will require the involvement of the whole group. You are a key player in God’s plan to conquer the global giants! |
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