A Small Group Testimony

Last week my wife and I were out of town visiting our daughter. During our time we attended her small group (or life group as they call them in her church) and it was a wonderful experience. This is a group of young adults (early 20’s to early 30’s), both men and women, who started with very little in common, but now have a deep commitment to all the members of this group. Basically, this group is an extended family and it was a real joy and privilege to be able to share an evening with them.

They meet at the same home every Thursday evening, where they enjoy dinner together, then sing, study the Bible, and share till late in the evening. Those with kids, bring things for the kids to do, and also put them to bed after the time of group singing.

While this meeting and all that goes into it takes time and preparation, there was not a person there who did not love being there and being part of the group. I was a bit amazed as I watched people stay after the meeting – some just to talk, some to help clean up, some to help others with things that they had going on. There was no one who watched the clock and jumped out the door as the meeting ended. It was obvious that the meeting and the interaction was something important to all of those attending.

Several of the members are single parents and this group has become their extended family. When they have a need, there is someone in the group who will help them during the week. They really are a great group of people.

I share this because it was such a great example of how small group relationships can add so much to lives. At our church and others there are some small groups that have this kind of relationship, where the members share something special together. If this is not something that you have experienced, I would encourage you to visit some Small Groups and find one that you can join.