5 Ways Evangelical Churches Help You Grow in Faith

1. Small Groups Forge Spiritual Depth and Real Bonds

Evangelical churches often emphasize small group ministries, providing spaces where believers journey together in Scripture, prayer, and life. Research highlights that these groups facilitate trust, spiritual growth, and even leadership development through consistent engagement. LifeWay Research notes that churches with strong small group participation are healthier and more effective in making disciples. In Hackensack, MN, being part of a Bible study or prayer group allows you to move beyond surface-level faith into deeper connections and transformation.

3. Accountability Encourages Steady Spiritual Growth

Believers thrive when they are known, encouraged, and honestly challenged. Small groups offer this by encouraging accountability in prayer, service, and spiritual disciplines. Being part of a local faith community—like at Lighthouse—means you're not on a spiritual island; instead, you're surrounded by caring people who root for your growth and hold you gently to God's standards.

4. Local Church Influence Often Catalyzes Faith Journeys

Many evangelical Christians point to their local church as the spark for their spiritual awakening. One major study found that 43 million evangelicals came to faith due in part to the influence of a church or its leaders. That means local congregations like The Lighthouse Church aren’t just service providers—they are environments where faith begins, matures, and flourishes. In Hackensack, such personal influence is seen through pastoral care, sermon clarity, and outreach that resonates with seekers.

5. Serving Others Makes Faith Transformational

Faith grows when it moves from beliefs to hands and feet in action. Engaging in local outreach, serving together, or helping with church ministries tangibly demonstrates the gospel and solidifies conviction. Small group service projects practically embody our mission to love and follow Jesus—helping others, lifting burdens, and experiencing faith in action. At The Lighthouse Church, serving side-by-side creates deeper connection, meaning, and spiritual momentum.

Why These Five Ways Matter

Research Speaks:

• Community is essential: Small group participation strengthens unity, discipleship, and church health.
• Church influence sparks faith: Many come to faith through church relationships, preaching, and pastoral care.

Transformational Value:

• Beyond sermons: Real growth happens when faith is discussed and applied personally.
• Intimacy fosters change: Shared accountability and service lead to deeper trust and spiritual maturity.
• Service anchors belief: When Christians serve locally, faith shifts from concept to compelling.

Internal Resources to Help You Engage

• Recent Sermons—Dive deeper into weekly teachings.
• Calendar—See upcoming small groups, studies, and service events.
• About Us—Learn about our faith, mission, and vision rooted in “Loving and Following Jesus.”

Why This Matters for You

• You’ll grow in your relationship with God—through consistent study, accountability, and worship.
• You’ll grow in connection—finding friends, encouragers, and people who journey with you.
• You’ll grow in purpose—serving your neighbors and living faith that changes lives, starting with your own.

If you have questions or want help stepping into a small group, serving opportunity, or any next step—reach out anytime. We’d love to walk with you in growing faith, community, and purpose.