Showing Appreciation to Cell Leaders

by | Dec 8, 2013 | Uncategorized

by Ralph Neighbour What ministry title in scripture best approximates the ministry performed by a Cell Leader? Elder or Deacon? Perhaps one of the five titles mentioned in Ephesians: Apostle, Prophet, Pastor, Teacher, Evangelist? Or, what about Shepherd? Servant?...

Balancing Content with Prophesying

by | Sep 26, 2013 | Uncategorized

by Ralph Neighbour According to 1 Corinthians 14:24-25, the primary activity of a cell group is for all to “prophesy.” This term is clearly defined in verse 3: “the one who prophesies speaks to people for their strengthening, encouraging and comfort.” If a cell group...

Biblical Basis for Larger Gathering

by | Jul 9, 2013 | Uncategorized

by Ralph Neighbour Bill Beckham has described the cell church as a two-winged bird that has a “large wing” and a “small wing.” The two wings are clearly described in one verse, Acts 2:46: (1) they went to the temple to hear the Apostles teach and (2) broke bread in...

Cell Outreach Activities

by | Jul 3, 2013 | Uncategorized

by Ralph Neighbour In the 1970’s we formed Target Groups in Houston as an outreach ministry for our cell groups. Our cells had become mature communities. Nearly all had harvested most of their responsive contacts inside their oikoses. Phase Two was a challenge to the...