R E A D

Hopefully sometime this past week you shared life with friends, family or life group members. Let’s face it, we are better together! Doing life together also keeps us from drifting spiritually and helps us move closer to Jesus.  We grow faster and deeper when we do life together. In fact, life is easier when we don’t have to try and shoulder it by ourselves. Paul gives us a strong directive about the importance of fellowship and spiritual growth. Hebrews 10:23-25: “Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep his promise. Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.” It is our responsibility to create ways to do life with others. It doesn’t have to be formal, structured or church initiated. Just meet over coffee, a meal, Zoom, text or carrier pigeon. The key here is to share the life of Jesus that is growing in you with others who will in turn share those blessings with others. 

R E F L E C T

1. What were some of the wins I experienced in meeting with my group? 
2. Why does Paul use such strong language in Hebrews 10:23-25? Do I agree with him? 
3. What are some creative ways I can try to meet with a few people? 
4. What other observations do I have from the text?

R E S P O N D  

1. What personal changes and potential steps do I need to make to be more available for others? 
2. Who is one person I am closest to that I can share my faith?
3. With whom will I discuss this? (A person to connect with and keep me accountable)