How Does Being A Part Of The Community Of Faith Help You?
“Faith is unseen but felt, faith is strengthened when we feel we have none, faith is hope when all seems lost.” -Catherine Pulsifer.
The feeling of belongingness, especially to a community with the same belief as you, is critical for human well-being. In fact, Christ himself carved the community in his earthly ministry. It helps pastors, disciples, followers, and believers feel motivated, protected, and encouraged.
That’s not all! When you feel connected with people, it helps you become spiritually mature and lead the community in a better direction. This way, you succeed in enlightening the world about Jesus’s teachings and improving the quality of life.
As Hebrews 10:23-25 states,
“Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful.”
With that being said, let’s have a further look at how the community of faith can help you.
- An Environment That Helps You Grow Along With Others
Your faith is similar to heat from a heap of burning coal. As more coal pieces (faith) are added to the pile (community), the heat begins to grow to offer warmth to everyone around. It further motivates others to make efforts toward the community’s well-being, either by becoming a disciple or taking steps to improve the ministries.
In fact, for the same purpose, many pastors and disciples participate in a discipleship training program and workshop. It allows them to meet people with similar ideologies, share their experiences and develop new skills. Not to forget, such training and programs also build a better and uplifting community.
- An Opportunity To Serve Others
As a follower of Christ, you must have heard about honoring your leaders, loving your enemies, and serving others. It helps you show your faith in God and his teachings. However, it is easier said than done.
Before taking any step toward the well-being of others, the inner critic starts to discourage you. The statements including “what if,” “but,” or “maybe” often influences the end decision, making it extremely challenging to stick to the chosen path. Fortunately, when you are a part of a community, all the negative thoughts and “expected” rejections become irrelevant.
You and fellow leaders or believers of Christ work together to serve others selflessly. Eventually, making you feel content.
- An Encouragement To Keep Believing In His Greatness
Finally, when you are part of a community that selflessly works for the well-being of others and teaches Jesus’s lessons to his believers, it keeps you motivated. To put it simply, it helps you keep your faith in his kindness, greatness, and love.
Even if the things in your life don’t proceed the way you have thought, staying in a community will ensure that you do not lose hope. Instead, it will encourage you to make consistent efforts and think about positive affirmations.
To Sum It All Up
When you feel connected to people, it helps you express yourself and share your beliefs. And, when the faith is surreal, it facilitates you as well as the community as a whole, to grow. This ensures that the teachings of Jesus are taught well, and his followers make consistent and honest efforts to become spiritually mature.
