42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. 44 All the believers were together and had everything in common. 45 They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. 46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.
Acts 2: 42-47 NIV
Day 69: Building Community
When I go to the store I appreciate finding a great deal. But even more than that I appreciate going to a vendor who recognizes me. Perhaps they ask about my children. The fact that we know about each other’s lives gives me a good feeling. I believe that they care about me not just my money.
Living in an environment where you feel a genuine concern from the people around you is priceless. In the early days of the church described in the book of Acts we read about how the people viewed that all their possessions were to help one another. It wasn’t a utopia. They did have to work through issues of some parts of the community feeling neglected. But they worked through it. In the end they demonstrated God’s kingdom here on earth.
In the picture above you see a local Chinese take out place called Kenny’s. I remember my son saying that the lady at the register was so nice. While they have things that we can enjoy eating it’s because of how they made us feel that we go there so often.
Today I will seek to build community in the places God has placed me.
Thank you for joining me on this journey to worship and wellness. I’ve been suffering with headaches for the last few months and so I took a break but I’m back in the saddle. If you enjoy the posts please subscribe and share with a friend. Have a happy, healthy and blessed day!
David
