2.1 Devotional: Why We Need Each Other

1. POINT TO PONDER: Community requires commitment.

Scripture

Romans 12:5 (New International Version, 1978/2011):

“So, in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.”

1 John 3:16 (New International Version, 1978/2011):

“This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.”

https://www.purposedriven.com/day19

1. Write a one-paragraph response to each of the following prompts:
2. Which of the five reasons that God says you need community was most impactful to you?
3. What are the things, circumstances, and situations that have hindered you from committing to the community?
4. Even though we are not allowed to proclaim the gospel in our field placements, how can principles from this weeks devotional help you and others in the field?
5. How can you help cultivate the characteristics of real community in your small group and your church today?