7 Habits of Highly Effective Deacons
By: Mike Mazzalongo Posted: March, 2014
In the final session, Mike will profile the ministry of Stephen as the template for effective service in Acts Chapters 6 and 7.
Discussion Questions
- Discuss the following questions regarding the role of a deacon:
- What are deacons and where do they receive their authority to serve?
- List the qualities of Stephen found in Acts 6:1-5 and discuss how these should be qualities of all Christians and why.
- Explain the following habits of highly effective deacons:
- Effective deacons are spiritually minded
- Effective deacons are effective workers
- Effective deacons submit to leadership
- Effective deacons continually develop their skills
- Effective deacons take criticism well
- Effective deacons study the Word
- Effective deacons rely on God
- How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?