Our culture today places emphasis on self-reliance and individualism. Unfortunately, this can lead to feelings of seclusion and loneliness. We were not created to go through life alone oblivious to our church family and community around us. God created us to build and maintain relationships with one another day-to-day.

While on Earth, Jesus assembled a group of believers to join Him in His mission to change the world. These disciples traveled with Jesus and learned from His teachings. They educated others about the teachings of Jesus and continued to do so after His death. Jesus and his disciples served as an example for us to follow as we live and work in our communities today.

Without our brothers and sisters, we will never experience the fullness of life God intends for us. In community, we discover our place in the body of Christ. In community, we learn what it is to serve out of love, honor, and respect. And in community, we receive the healing and love that can only come from those who share in the same Spirit. Hebrews 10:24-25 gives us scriptural guidance, “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.” Approach this life together as a Christian family of believers!

– Keith