Why Do We Need Small Group Rhythms?
1. Holistic discipleship: We want to make holistic disciples at the Summit. The Bible’s vision of gospel-centered community shows disciples who grow spiritually and also make more disciples. By living on mission in community, disciples are empowered by the Holy Spirit to transform our city and the nations through our generation and the next.
2. Intentionality and accountability in Bible study, community, and mission: Small group rhythms help small group members, leaders, and coaches intentionally develop gospel-centered relationships and hold one another accountable to Christ and his Word. They can also help evaluate a small group’s health and identify areas in need of additional investment, training, or coaching.
3. Shared ownership for health and training: Summit small group members pursue spiritual growth, make disciples, and reach the lost in gospel community because Scripture exhorts every believer to contribute and own the health, discipleship, and mission of the church. It also rebukes disciples that are not living out Jesus’ teaching.