“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful; and let us consider how to stimulate one another to love and good deeds, not forsaking our own assembling together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another; and all the more as you see the day drawing near.” Hebrews 10:23-25
Lately God has been showing me the importance of community. Life was not meant to be lived alone. This truth has been known since the beginning of time. In Genesis 2: 18 the Lord says, “it is not good for man to be alone…” This He was saying referring to Adam’s need for a helpmeet. But it is true for us today as well. Not only is it good for people to be together as husband and wife, but also as brother and sister, mother and daughter, friend and friend. God created us for relationships.
The other day I was in my room by myself. I was pretty lonely and didn’t know what to do. I gave into the temptation to watch too much television online (this may not be wrong for some people but I knew it was wrong or me). I realized the importance of having people in my life. I need others to hold me accountable for things I’m doing to become more like Christ. This life as a Christ follower was not supposed to be lived alone. This is the purpose for the church; a community of fellow believers meeting together to encourage each other to be more like their heavenly Father. Let’s step out get into each other live and follow Hebrews 10:23-25
Great blog. We definitely have to surround ourselves with good Christian fellowship. It's hard to do when you're in an unfamiliar place (college for the first time) or if you're going through hard times, but it's necessary.
ReplyDeleteOh, and I'm totally with you on the online television thing! I have that problem once in awhile..
I really enjoyed your blog!! :)
ReplyDeleteBeing at NGU has been such a blessing because sometimes finding the GODLY community that we need is not easy; thankfully however, there are many believers here at North Greenville who are passionated about Christ who we can surround ourselves with and build deep relationships with!
Praise the Lord!