When it comes to fellowship, size matters: Smaller is better. You can worship with a crowd, but you can't fellowship with a crowd. Once a group becomes larger than about ten people, someone stops participating - usually the quietest person - and a few people will dominate the group.

Jesus ministered in the context of a small group of desciples. He could have chosen more, but he knew twelve was about the maximum size you can have in a small group if everyone is to participate.

Every Christian needs to be involved in a small group within their church, whether it is a home fellowship group, a Sunday school class, or a Bible study. This is where real community (fellowship) takes place, not in the big gatherings.

Real fellowship is so much more than just showing up at services. It includes unselfish loving, honest sharing, practical giving, sympathetic comforting, and all the other "one another" commands found in the New Testament.

(Hebrews 10:24-25) , and to celebrate the goodness of the Lord. The psalmist encouraged all people to recall "the works of God" and lift their voices together in praise to Him (Psalm 66:5-8).

Let's celebrate God's love and goodness with those who share our excitement. God's outpouring of His grace, mercy, and daily provision are just a few of the many reasons to rejoice!

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