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Six Elements of a Small Group

Pray and listen to God together.

As a spiritual family, we should pray together and listen for God's voice. Along with making requests, we should ask where God is at work, what He wants to teach us, and how He wants to move among us. This should happen both individually and as a group.

Pursue Bible-saturated spiritual growth.

Following Jesus means growing in discipleship. We should keep moving forward spiritually, both individually and as a small group. It's important to not just talk about God but to take action and mature in faith. Regularly reading the Bible and discussing God's message should be part of our routine.

Eat together.

Focusing only on building community often leads to inward focus and eventually falls apart. However, regularly eating together naturally creates community. Sharing meals is an easy way to invite others in and build relationships that foster both community and discipleship.

Bear each other’s burdens.

Being family means caring for each other by sharing burdens. This includes both major trials like loss or marital problems and everyday stresses like work or moving. We show care by staying aware, offering support, praying, and helping when we can.

Choose a specific mission focus.

To make disciples effectively, each small group should focus on a specific group or area, like a neighborhood, school, or those in need. While we should share the gospel wherever we are, having a clear mission focus brings intentionality, accountability, and support.

Invite others in.

Many people aren’t ready to believe in Jesus right away due to unfamiliarity or past experiences. Inviting them into our small groups allows them to see and hear what following Jesus is like, helping them imagine it for themselves.

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