Posts with the tag “community”

One of the Practices That Helps Us Center JesusWhen Jesus taught his disciples to pray (Matthew 6), he gave them shared words and a shared way of being with God– a rhythm of trust, surrender, forgiveness, and hope.We pray like that too: together, trusting God with our needs and the needs of our community.Prayer is a shared practice– a posture we move through the world with.With open hands and open...  Read More

As we look around today, “community” seems like a word everyone understands but few people genuinely experience. But in the Bible, community is far more than surface-level relationships or occasional gatherings. The Greek word koinōnia invites us into a vision of true Christian community that’s richer and deeper than just friendship or association. The term koinōnia means fellowship, association, communion, and joint participation, but in practice, it’s a way of life that brings people together through Christ. Let’s explore what this unique word really means and how it can transform the way we live and connect.  Read More