The real question you should be asking.

The real question you should be asking.

From SG² Steve Gladen on Small Groups by Steve Gladen | Lumivoz

March 4, 2026 · 23 min · Episode 269

About this episode

Steve Gladen discusses the essential question small group leaders should focus on regarding discipleship.

The Real Question Small Group Leaders Should Be Asking: What Kind of Disciple Are You Producing? Join all access at the Small Group Network In this episode of SG Squared, Pastor Steve Gladen and Derek discuss how small group point people can get distracted by urgent tasks and connection metrics while missing the most important question: what kind of disciple the church is trying to produce. Steve explains that every small group model includes a connection process, but the strategy must also include a clear discipleship and spiritual formation pathway that goes beyond slogans and cognitive learning to lived obedience. He argues that the small group point person must seek clarity on the church’s discipleship strategy—whether they own it or partner with others—so training, coaching, curriculum, and tools align with the intended outcomes. Listeners are invited to join Small Group Network All Access for resources and updates, including a coaching platform planned for October 2026. 00:00 Welcome to SG Squared 00:28 Weather and Relativity 02:47 The Real Question 04:29 Why Connection Matters 06:13 Seven Group Models 09:32 Discipleship Second Half 11:18 Who Owns Discipleship 14:06 Point…

People in this episode

Host: Steve Gladen

Guest: Derek

Topics covered

  • discipleship
  • small groups
  • spiritual formation
  • church strategy
  • leadership

Keywords

  • small group leaders
  • discipleship strategy
  • spiritual formation
  • connection metrics
  • training

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Organizations: Small Group Network, Lumivoz

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