The Power of Connecting

Both science and the Bible tell us that human beings are unique in that we are spirit, mind, and body. The Bible further explains how we are created in the image of the living God with the ability to love, think, reason, and express ourselves creatively. Also, like our triune God, we are designed to be in community, interdependent upon other human beings as we develop and mature. Life is all about relationships. Healthy relationships are not only satisfying, but life-giving and absolutely crucial if we are going to excel physically, spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally.

“As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend” (Proverbs 27:17).Christ calls His followers to make a difference by using the spiritual gifts He has given us—by sincerely loving and serving others in His name. The church becomes a winsome influence when we love: “Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are my disciples” (John 13:35). Although we all have seasons of struggle, Jesus wants us to be mature as we help one another along. He wants us to keep the cause of Christ ever before us and focus on His mission to reach lost people around us.