Comments on: Do large age gaps hurt small groups? /blog/index.php/2010/02/01/is-there-a-limit-to-the-effectiveness-of-intergenerational-small-groups/ News and happenings from around Gospel.com Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:17:29 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.4.2 By: Jeremy /blog/index.php/2010/02/01/is-there-a-limit-to-the-effectiveness-of-intergenerational-small-groups/comment-page-1/#comment-41323 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 21:15:37 +0000 /blog/?p=3529#comment-41323 My wife and I meet with a couple that is nearly old enough to be our parents, but we have actually been believers longer than they have. It’s an interesting dynamic, but one thing I have found I appreciate most is that these older folks have a great deal of life experience to impart on me and my wife. It’s much easier to work out problems when someone is there that can say, “been there, done that, God came through.” In this way, I really think having a mixed group is a blessing.

I also think it’s Biblical to have elders share with the young. Many times Scripture references the duty of elders to teach young people. It’s a blessing for both sides and everyone can grow. Overall, I suspect even if we can’t fully relate to one another, we can each bring something to the table that God can use to bless everyone and that’s really what’s important.

]]> By: Darrell /blog/index.php/2010/02/01/is-there-a-limit-to-the-effectiveness-of-intergenerational-small-groups/comment-page-1/#comment-37718 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:42:43 +0000 /blog/?p=3529#comment-37718 Jimmy I agree some what. I believe that the most knowledge shared is in an all age group. But it is some times harder for new Christians to communicate. Because of them still being on the milk. And they need time to grow. But this is my own personal experience. GOD bless.

]]> By: Jimmy B Oak creek WI /blog/index.php/2010/02/01/is-there-a-limit-to-the-effectiveness-of-intergenerational-small-groups/comment-page-1/#comment-37715 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 03:22:13 +0000 /blog/?p=3529#comment-37715 Keep All Ages together at church. All are equal in the eyes of God. after our church family bonding and teachings we can move on to our age differences. Some go to 5 star restaurant’s and, others go camping. So long as God is in it, Blessing every victory, the holy spirit will satisfy the deepest longings of our souls.

]]> By: Jess /blog/index.php/2010/02/01/is-there-a-limit-to-the-effectiveness-of-intergenerational-small-groups/comment-page-1/#comment-37706 Tue, 02 Feb 2010 01:19:39 +0000 /blog/?p=3529#comment-37706 I agree that each generation has something valuable to add. Yet, I also have both enjoyed and kind of been outside of a different age group. I can empathize, listen, pray – but I can’t say that I really understand some of these things first hand.
Maybe, when we learn to act more like a body in heaven the differences will matter less. Or rather, will be more utilized to God’s delight. I hope so.

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