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YOU WILL UNDERSTAND THE BIBLE BETTER IN A SMALL GROUP.
If you’ve never listened to a Bible teacher or preacher and wanted to stop that person and say, “But what about…?” Or “I don’t understand”, then a small H.O.M.E. Group is for you! In a small H.O.M.E. group setting, you can ask questions, participate in a discussion of the text, and hear others share insights and illustrations of the truth you are trying to grasp.
YOU WILL BEGIN TO FEEL LIKE PART OF A FAMILY.
Most people who have been a part of a H.O.M.E. group say the greatest benefit is the close relationships and friendships that develop. You’ll discover that your needs and problems are not unique.
PRAYER WILL BECOME MORE MEANINGFULL TO YOU.
Many people are hesitant to pray in front of others, especially in a large church. In a small group of 6 to 12, you’ll learn to participate in prayer by having a conversation together with God. No one is pressured to pray, but as you become comfortable, you’ll be able to pray sentence prayers and join in.
YOU WILL BE ABLE TO HANDLE STRESS AND PRESSURE BETTER.
Small H.O.M.E. groups provide excellent support in times of crisis, change and stress. You will have a sense of stability and security knowing there are people who really care for you, and are committed to standing with you.
YOU WILL HAVE A NATURAL WAY TO SHARE CHRIST WITH UNBELIEVING FRIENDS, RELATIVES AND CO-WORKERS.
It may be that some of your friends who don’t know the Lord would not be caught dead in a church. But those same people may be open to an invitation to a casual Bible discussion in a home or office setting.
YOU WILL DEVELOP LEADERSHIP SKILLS YOU NEVER KNEW YOU HAD.
The Bible teaches that every believer is given certain talents or “gifts” to benefit others in the family of God. As you share and participate in a relaxed small H.O.M.E. group setting, you will discover your confidence and self-esteem rising. This will help at work, at church and in every other relationship.
YOU WILL DEEPEN YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF WORSHIP
Many people mistakenly believe that worship can only happen on Sunday morning in a large group with a sermon, a choir, and offering plates! Worship happens anytime we focus on God. Sometimes that happens best in a smaller H.O.M.E. group, in praying and singing together.
YOU WILL BE A NEW TESTAMENT CHRISTIAN
The book of Acts is very clear about how God intends for his people to grow and have their needs met in the church. We will never be able to hire enough professional pastors to meet all the individual needs in our family here at New Hope. God never intended for it to be that way, but this CAN be accomplished through our small H.O.M.E. groups!
Our vision is to connect people in small groups for the purpose of growing in Christlikeness, loving one another, and contributing to the work of the church, in order to glorify God and make disciples of all nations.
“Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the Good News that Jesus is the Christ.” Acts 5:42
“Please give my greetings to the church that meets in their home." Romans 16:5
“The churches here in the province of Asia greet you heartily in the Lord, along with Aquila and Priscilla and all the others who gather in their home for church meetings" 1 Corinthians 16:19
WE HAVE VARIOUS HOMEGROUPS THROUGHOUT THE CITY. FOR INFORMATION ON TIMES AND LOCATIONS PLEASE CHECK YOUR BULLETIN OR CALL (509)487-1017.