L.I.F.E. Groups
PBC LIFE Groups meet in a variety of places including homes, restaurants, businesses and PBC fellowship hall, to meet the needs of a variety of schedules and accommodate the location of attendees. Time is spent helping members grow in their faith, study the word, pray, and enjoy fellowship. LIFE Groups may focus on truth from Sunday sermons, from God’s Word, or lesson studies from Biblical authors.
If you are interested in joining a LIFE Group, there is a signup form in the back of the sanctuary or at bottom of this page. Please fill out form below and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
L - Loving people
We love each other in our LIFE Groups, but we need to extend this love outside the group and allow others to ask "why" we are loving them. We strive to be Christ-like and have others see the light in us so we are able to share Jesus' love with them.
I - Investigating God's Word
Our studies lead us to a deeper understanding of His word through reading and group discussion.
F - Fellowshipping together
Asking about each other's lives, prayer requests, sharing praises and supporting each other create an awesome fellowship and relationship.
E - Evangelizing others
God has asked us to make decisions, to be fishers of men. Our LIFE Groups support God's commandment as we share the Gospel with our friends, neighbors, co-workers and strangers.
If you are interested in joining a LIFE Group, there is a signup form in the back of the sanctuary or at bottom of this page. Please fill out form below and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.
L - Loving people
We love each other in our LIFE Groups, but we need to extend this love outside the group and allow others to ask "why" we are loving them. We strive to be Christ-like and have others see the light in us so we are able to share Jesus' love with them.
I - Investigating God's Word
Our studies lead us to a deeper understanding of His word through reading and group discussion.
F - Fellowshipping together
Asking about each other's lives, prayer requests, sharing praises and supporting each other create an awesome fellowship and relationship.
E - Evangelizing others
God has asked us to make decisions, to be fishers of men. Our LIFE Groups support God's commandment as we share the Gospel with our friends, neighbors, co-workers and strangers.
WHY Life Group Matters
Pittsboro Baptist Church · Discipleship Pathway
“Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.
This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself”
(Matthew 22:37–39)
Why LIFE Group?
LIFE Group brings together a small group of people (about 6-12 people ideally) for the purpose of encouraging one another, studying Biblical truth that can be applied to daily life, maturing spiritually and creating a trustworthy environment for sharing personal struggles. LIFE Group is intended to provide a forum to ask real life questions and search God’s Word for guidance and wisdom to grow in grace in our Christian walk and to fulfil our Lord’s prime directive: to love the Lord thy God with all our heart, soul and mind and then to love thy neighbour.
What Does LIFE Group Accomplish?
Preaching is necessary for the hearing of the gospel and Sunday School is necessary for the study of God’s Word.
LIFE Group is where the hearing and teaching is shared, applied and translated into our Christian walk. Specifically, LIFE Group;
Something to Consider
If you are not currently a member of a Life Group, please take time to consider the importance of attending one and even better, perhaps starting one with those who surround you. As a Christian, you already have the qualifications and materials: the Holy Spirit and God’s Word. What better way to love God and your Neighbour?
…I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. (John 10:10b)
Life Groups meet at various times throughout the week. Contact the PBC Ministry Assistant for times and places or visit the PBC website at www.pittsborobaptistchurch.org
Pittsboro Baptist Church · Discipleship Pathway
“Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.
This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself”
(Matthew 22:37–39)
Why LIFE Group?
LIFE Group brings together a small group of people (about 6-12 people ideally) for the purpose of encouraging one another, studying Biblical truth that can be applied to daily life, maturing spiritually and creating a trustworthy environment for sharing personal struggles. LIFE Group is intended to provide a forum to ask real life questions and search God’s Word for guidance and wisdom to grow in grace in our Christian walk and to fulfil our Lord’s prime directive: to love the Lord thy God with all our heart, soul and mind and then to love thy neighbour.
What Does LIFE Group Accomplish?
Preaching is necessary for the hearing of the gospel and Sunday School is necessary for the study of God’s Word.
LIFE Group is where the hearing and teaching is shared, applied and translated into our Christian walk. Specifically, LIFE Group;
- Encourages – Not only do we encourage one another but a ‘come and see’ invitation make it easy for a new attendee to visit. -Hebrews 10:24
- Bears Burdens - We celebrate with each other in times of joy and lift up and pray for each other in times of tribulation. – Galatians 3:14
- Builds Strong Relationships - We study God’s Word to develop proper relationships with others and to love as Jesus did. -Proverbs 27:17
- Fosters Love - We focus on Godly love which requires grace, forgiveness and compassion for others to overcome selfish attitudes an generate a ministry toward others. -1 Peter 4:8
- Promotes Unity of Faith - Truth must be sought out so false information doesn’t lead to disunity. -1 Corinthians 1:10
- Creates Focus on Others - As we see others, we can begin to see their needs and only then respond in service to meet that need.–Philippians 2:3
Something to Consider
If you are not currently a member of a Life Group, please take time to consider the importance of attending one and even better, perhaps starting one with those who surround you. As a Christian, you already have the qualifications and materials: the Holy Spirit and God’s Word. What better way to love God and your Neighbour?
…I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full. (John 10:10b)
Life Groups meet at various times throughout the week. Contact the PBC Ministry Assistant for times and places or visit the PBC website at www.pittsborobaptistchurch.org
Thoughts about starting a new life group
Inviting people to a Life Group can feel like introducing a friend to your family. It is best done with care.
· Build the relationship first: Invite people into your daily life before asking them to a group. Share a meal or help them when they are sick.
· Start in neutral places: Some people get scared entering a stranger's house. Invite them to meet at a public place first.
· Share your own story: Tell them how much the group helps you. It makes the invitation feel personal and safe.
Here is why these small gatherings are so important:
They prevent isolation: It is easy to hide in the back of a large auditorium. Small groups ensure that you are known, loved, and never forced to walk through hard times alone. [1, 2]
Real learning happens: Sermons are great for teaching, but small groups let you talk about how to apply those lessons to your actual life. Think of a sermon as a recipe and the group as the kitchen where you actually bake the food. [1, 2]
Mutual support: Members help each other through emergencies, celebrate big milestones, and hold each other accountable to their goals. [1, 2, 3]
True friendships: You build abiding, influential friendships by eating, praying, and sharing life together week after week. [1, 2, 3]
Inviting people to a Life Group can feel like introducing a friend to your family. It is best done with care.
· Build the relationship first: Invite people into your daily life before asking them to a group. Share a meal or help them when they are sick.
· Start in neutral places: Some people get scared entering a stranger's house. Invite them to meet at a public place first.
· Share your own story: Tell them how much the group helps you. It makes the invitation feel personal and safe.
Here is why these small gatherings are so important:
They prevent isolation: It is easy to hide in the back of a large auditorium. Small groups ensure that you are known, loved, and never forced to walk through hard times alone. [1, 2]
Real learning happens: Sermons are great for teaching, but small groups let you talk about how to apply those lessons to your actual life. Think of a sermon as a recipe and the group as the kitchen where you actually bake the food. [1, 2]
Mutual support: Members help each other through emergencies, celebrate big milestones, and hold each other accountable to their goals. [1, 2, 3]
True friendships: You build abiding, influential friendships by eating, praying, and sharing life together week after week. [1, 2, 3]