Notice what a relationship emphasis this brings to the church. The reason that small groups are needed in the church is because this kind of sharing and commitment cannot be well expressed in the large group. These actions involve relationship and can't be accomplished in a church service. They are, however, ideal for the small group setting. Our purpose as a church is to produce more and better disciples within the context of Christian community.
Small groups become the environment where community can develop.
They help us nurture and disciple one another because they provide a means of developing relationships. Why not think and pray about where you should be in this year to come. You are needed in a small group. Someone needs what you have to give, and you need what others have to give. Believers can't live an effective and satisfying Christian life alone.