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Small Group resources have evolved - now providing multiple formats, interactive DVDs and online special features. So like the title of one of the bestselling studies suggests should your group' get Out of the Boat, walk on water', and add a new dimension to your meetings?
Being able to invite a well known speaker into your living room is a great opportunity to add a new dimension to your Small Group study. For me it's been a real mix of positive and negative experiences that all began with John Ortberg's If You Want to Walk on Water You Have to Get Out of the Boat DVD. Hopefully my experiences will help you avoid some of the problems I've encountered in the past and help you decide if a DVD study is right for your small group.
Before you decide to try a DVD small group study there are a few practical issues that may seem obvious - but might get overlooked:
Choosing the DVD is based on the preferences of your group and the issues you want to explore.
Here's a brief summary of some of the speakers and their style and content:
Most DVD courses have a participant's guide that is split into the same number of sessions as the DVD. Produced to enhance the course they provide study questions and context as you move from week to week. Most people I’ve been in groups with have preferred to have their own copy of the guide. This allows them to make notes and use it during private study time at home. Personal copies can also be useful if someone misses a session.
Many of the DVD studies available have been birthed from a successful book. But do you really need this alongside the participants guide?
In truth it really depends on how in depth you want to take your study. With most of the courses I’ve used you don't need to have read the book to follow the weekly sessions. But it can help you obtain a deeper understanding of the author's heart behind the subject.
DVD studies can be a great experience for small groups - but they're not right for everyone. Hopefully you now have a bit more information to help your group decide if they’re for you. After all “If you want to walk on water you have to get out of the boat” is all about being willing to give something a try!
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