Day 20: Strength in Community

Community is not just a nice idea, it is essential for a life of faith. From the earliest days of the Church, believers gathered together to pray, break bread, and share one another’s burdens. Scripture reminds us that “two are better than one” and that we are called to “carry each other’s burdens.”

Life inevitably brings seasons of hardship, loss, and struggle. When those times come, God intends for us to lean on the support of His people. The Body of Christ is designed so that no one has to walk through trials alone. We give strength to one another through prayer, encouragement, acts of service, and simply by showing up.

At the same time, community also multiplies joy. Celebrating victories, sharing gratitude, and worshiping together deepen our experience of God’s blessings. Community reminds us that we belong, that we are loved, and that together we are being built up as disciples of Jesus Christ.

Isolation may feel easier or more comfortable at times, but it cannot compare to the strength that comes from true Christian community. To grow in faith, we must commit to belong and allow others to walk alongside us.

Questions

• When have you experienced the strength of being supported by a faith community?
• How can you intentionally offer that same strength to someone else this week?