House Church – The Numerous Advantages
There are many good reasons to consider starting a house church:

• It is a biblical model.
• It is family oriented; parents and children participate together as appropriate.
• People more easily get to know one another in a small group.
• Smaller groups can lead to increased accountability to each other.
• Everyone participates and ministers so people grow in using their spiritual gifts.
• Highly trained pastors are not required in order to lead large numbers of people.
• There is no need for expensive, time-consuming programs.
• House churches direct their finances toward evangelism, community service, or caring for one member’s needs instead of purchasing expensive buildings.
• They are low profile and thus, better able to withstand persecution and oppression.

• The Apostle’s teaching – reading, studying, and discussing God’s Word.
• Fellowship – being with each other, enjoying one another, and encouraging one another.
• Breaking of bread - sharing meals together and participating in the Lord’s Supper.
• Prayer – praying for one another’s needs and for advancing God’s kingdom.
• Being together – hanging out and living in harmony with one another.
• Giving – providing for one another’s needs and for outreach.
• Worship – praising and glorifying God through word and music.