http://djchuang.disqus.com/strategist / networker / ideator / unconventionalenTue, 08 Mar 2005 00:08:31 -0000http://www.djchuang.com/2005/friends-then-converts/#comment-2184747<p>It seems to be in line with the model of the Lord, who developed close friendships with his disciples and spent time with them. I suppose the small groups fad was supposed to be a way to develop a close-knit group of people who care, support and shepherd one another - what good friends normally do for each other. So, you might be right - that the emphasis of the small groups might go to developing close friendships rather than completing the study of the Purpose Driven Life or some such book.</p>TheBloke...in the Outer...Tue, 08 Mar 2005 00:08:31 -0000