YOU BELONG

From the very beginning of humanity, God said it wasn’t good for a human to be alone, he needed community and companionship. Even though God was with Adam, he made Eve as a companion on earth. Nothing has changed—we’re still in need of each other.

The Bible calls the community of believers the Church. The church isn’t just a place we go to on a Sunday, it’s also the broader family of Jesus followers that we get to walk with as we follow Jesus.

Many Christians don’t experience the full benefits of their relationship with Jesus because they’re disconnected from the body. It’s my connection to other believers where I find fulfillment, community, and purpose. One part of the body isolated from the rest of the body won’t last long and won’t fulfill its function. That’s why it’s so important to get connected with a local church in your area, attend weekly and be a part of a great connect group.

Community is so important because it creates a space for you to run to for strength when you’re hitting life’s challenges, but it also creates a place where we can be challenged and encouraged to grow in Christ.

PRAYER

Thank you Jesus for your Church. Thank you for the relationships and the mission that you’ve called us to. Help me to open my life to the encouragement and accountability of the community of faith so that I can become who you’ve called me to be. Amen