Pursuing Biblical Community
The Lord designed us to walk with Him in community with others. A disciple of Jesus will intentionally pursue and create a local community of believers who will spur each other toward love and good deeds. (Hebrews 10:24-25). Additionally a vibrant Biblical community will draw those without Christ to the Lord (John 13:33-34).
A brief study of the New Testament yields many "one another's" that believers are called to engage in:
Over the next four weeks we will explore some important themes associated with Biblical community.
The Lord designed us to walk with Him in community with others. A disciple of Jesus will intentionally pursue and create a local community of believers who will spur each other toward love and good deeds. (Hebrews 10:24-25). Additionally a vibrant Biblical community will draw those without Christ to the Lord (John 13:33-34).
A brief study of the New Testament yields many "one another's" that believers are called to engage in:
- "Love one another…” (John 13:34)
- "Live in harmony with one another…” (Romans 12:16)
- "Instruct one another.” (Romans 15:14)
- “Serve one another in love.” (Galatians 5:13)
- "Be kind and compassionate to one another…” (Ephesians 4:32)
- “Speak to one another with psalms, hymns and spiritual songs.” (Ephesians 5:19)
- “Admonish one another (Colossians 3:16)
- “Encourage one another daily” (Hebrews 3:13)
Over the next four weeks we will explore some important themes associated with Biblical community.
9. True Fellowship
I John 1:7
I John 1:7
10. The Church: Worship & Mission
Hebrews 10:24-25
Hebrews 10:24-25
11. Hospitality and Generosity
2 Corinthians 9:6-7
2 Corinthians 9:6-7
12. Encouragement, Correction & Reproof
I Thessalonians 5:11
I Thessalonians 5:11
