Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Small Groups?
12 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Small Groups in the Bible
Explore what the Bible says about small groups. This collection of 15 key Scripture passages reveals God's wisdom and guidance on this important theme.
Top 10 Verses About Small Groups
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- 2Matthew 18:20
“For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”
KJV - 3John 13:34
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”
KJV - 4Acts 2:40
“And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation.”
KJV - 5Acts 2:42
“And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”
KJV - 6Acts 2:46
“And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, from: or, at home”
KJV - 7Acts 5:42
“And daily in the temple, and in every house, they ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ.”
KJV - 8Acts 20:20
“And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house,”
KJV - 9
- 10Ephesians 4:15
“But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: speaking: or, being sincere”
KJV
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Small Groups? (1 Verses)
“Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Small Groups? (11 Verses)
“For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”
“A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.”
“And with many other words did he testify and exhort, saying, Save yourselves from this untoward generation.”
“And they continued stedfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.”
“And they, continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, did eat their meat with gladness and singleness of heart, from: or, at home”
“And daily in the temple, and in every house, they ceased not to teach and preach Jesus Christ.”
“And how I kept back nothing that was profitable unto you, but have shewed you, and have taught you publickly, and from house to house,”
“Bear ye one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”
“But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ: speaking: or, being sincere”
“And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:”
“Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Small Groups
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about small groups. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about small groups and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about small groups is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on small groups needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about small groups with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about small groups, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
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