Lesson 10, August 29-September 4
Sabbath Afternoon
Memory Text: “Then saith he unto his disciples, The harvest truly is plenteous, but the labourers are few; Pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he will send forth labourers into his harvest.” Matthew 9:37, 38
Read for This Week’s Study: Genesis 1:1, 2, 26; Exodus 18:21-25; 1 Corinthians 12:12-25; Acts 16:11-15, 40; Acts 4:31; Acts 12:12.
Someone has said, “There is strength in numbers”. In a sense, that is true. Have you ever noticed that you are far more motivated to exercise if you are doing it with a group of people than if you have to exercise alone each day? Many people join health clubs, gyms, and exercise facilities because they believe that they will exercise more and enjoy it better if they are exercising with other people. In a similar way, God has created us for fellowship. We are social beings, and as with exercise it is true with many things in life: we do better if we have a social support system. This is especially true in spiritual matters.
Throughout the Bible, small groups are highlighted as one of God’s methods of strengthening our faith, increasing our knowledge of His word, deepening our prayer life, and equipping us to witness. The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit participated in a small group ministry. Moses was a small group leader. Jesus established His small group of disciples, and the apostle Paul traveled the Roman world with his small group of evangelistic companions.
During this week’s study, we will focus on the biblical basis for small groups, and you will discover an exciting way for you to get involved.
