Small Groups

Guest post by Discipleship Pastor Brian Holt

We’re more technologically connected then ever before, and yet we’re lonelier than ever before. In “Social Isolation in America”, the authors write that, “while modern technology has made it possible to connect more frequently, email and text messaging do not lend themselves to intimate revelations or in-depth conversations. These are things that may be necessary to combat loneliness and isolation.” In other words, we’ve traded deep, meaningful connections with shallow, surface-level friendships through technology. We “know” more people, but we don’t know them as well – and that impacts us internally. We were created for community (see HERE), and the natural level of community that exists in our culture just isn’t cutting it. In order to thrive, we need others to love, support, and encourage us.

 



 

Small Groups are often misunderstood. To many, it sounds kind of lame. Why would I want to sit in a circle, hold hands, and tell everyone about my feelings? It sounds pretty awful. Thankfully, that’s not what small group is all about. In fact, if it were no one would go.

Small Group is so much more. Yes, small group is fun. You’ll have a blast meeting with each other every other week (or every week if you’re daring enough). The food is (usually) excellent. It’s an all-around good time.

But that’s not what makes small group so vital to a Christ follower. You can have friends and spend time with them anywhere. Small Group is vital because it allows for deliberate relationships centered on Jesus Christ. And those relationships help you grow!

To get involved in a Rock Bridge Small Group in Dalton or Calhoun, come to GroupLink at each campus on August 14^th right after the 2^nd service.

To get involved in a Rock Bridge Small Group in Chatsworth, stop by the Small Group booth in the lobby after both services.