- It’s too easy to hide in a large gathering.
- It’s tougher to hide in a small group.
- It’s too easy to be passive during a sermon.
- Wallflowers don’t last long in a small group.
- There is little to no accountability.
- Follow-through is much easier in a small group.
- We’re prone to think we matter too little.
- Small groups remind us that we are loved.
- We’re prone to think we matter too much.
- Small groups remind us that others have problems, too.
- We’re prone to think, “they need to hear this.”
- Small groups challenge us to personally apply Truth.
- We’re prone to think, “this is only for me…”
- Small groups keep us from cycling into destructive self-pity and loathing.
- When we cry, there’s nobody to ask us, “What’s going on?”
- Small groups don’t let tears go unchecked.
- No food is allowed in most worship gatherings. #Lame.
- We eat well in our small group.
- “Be quiet while the pastor is preaching!”
- Small group gives you time to have deep, life-stirring conversations with people.
- Convictions go unchecked.
- When the Spirit moves in small group, you’ve got time to slow down.
- Specific needs go un-prayed for.
- Small groups pray for the specific needs of their group members.
- There’s no time for questions.
- Small groups ask hard questions and allow for discovery.
Are you in a small group? Has it helped you grow spiritually? Please let us know in the comments!