Jesus himself chose a small group at the beginning of His ministry. He chose to build into a few men a strong foundation and He taught them to love each other and pass on the good news. He spent the majority of His time with these 12 men; he prayed, talked, walked, slept, and fished with these men.

People gathering in small groups is an example shown from the beginning of the early church. People there gathered to support one another and share the Good News with others. We continue to see this example throughout scripture where followers gathered together to pray, eat and spend time together.