Posts with the tag “community”

"For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you. For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs t...  Read More

“Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.” – Colossians 3:14 In the beauty of Christian living, the concept of ‘togetherness’ goes beyond physical proximity; it embodies the intertwining of hearts within the Church, forging a familial bond. Acts 2:44 paints a vivid picture of a community where caring for one another is not just a duty bu...  Read More

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread, and to prayer.” – Acts 2:42 In the tapestry of devotion, Acts 2:42 paints a vivid picture of the early believers’ commitment to the essential elements of faith: the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayer. As we explore the profound concept of devotion, let us unr...  Read More

“Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” – Hebrews 10:25 In our faith journey, the call to be present within the community is both a privilege and a sacred responsibility. Hebrews 10:25 resounds with a powerful exhortation: “Let us not give up meeting together, as some ar...  Read More

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” – Hebrews 10:24-25 In the heart of our Christian journey, the Lord invites each one of us to bring our lamp, to do our part, and in doing so, contribute to the ra...  Read More

“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” – Hebrews 10:24-25 In the vast design of creation, God intentionally created community to serve as a profound power source for His people. One expression of this d...  Read More

“A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.” – Proverbs 17:17 God crafted the concept of community to be a profound power source for His people. One captivating expression of this divine plan is found in the beauty and strength of friendships, connections forged through shared interests, and kindred spirits.Friendships, divinely orchestrated by God, ho...  Read More

“Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9 In the intricate design of creation, God fashioned community to be a profound power source for His people. One remarkable expression of this divine design is found in the institut...  Read More

“For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” – Matthew 18:20 Today, let’s shift our focus to a fundamental aspect of our faith journey, finding community. As we embark on this exploration, it’s essential to recognize the profound truth Jesus shared in Matthew 18:20: “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”In this simple yet profound statem...  Read More

“Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.” – Jeremiah 29:7 The question of where we were born often influences our identity and sense of belonging. For those of us who weren’t born in this great state of Tennessee, the experience of being asked, “Were you born here?” might resonate....  Read More

“Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 In our exploration of our mission—Helping People Find Community—it’s crucial to understand the significance of this journey. Finding community is not just about filling a v...  Read More