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God’s family is meant to be the “show and tell” of what true belonging and love looks like. Sadly, our Christian life together can be a disappointing misrepresentation of who Christ is. Nevertheless, God’s one plan for reaching the world is rooted in the community of broken people who gather with a desire to love him and bring in his kingdom. We will never be perfect people; but imperfect people committed to a radical Spirit-empowered love can change their relationships and their world.
The discipline of community can be practiced in many ways. You will find material on small groups, covenant groups, hospitality, spiritual friendship and prayer partners in this book. Each of these is a unique expression of body life.
The Safest Place on Earth by Larry Crabb
“No one person can fulfill all your needs. But the community can truly hold you. The community can let you experience the fact that, beyond your anguish, there are human hands that hold you and show you God’s faithful love.” —Henri Nouwen