Matthew 18:20 NIV, For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”
When we come together in Christ name, rather physically, virtually, or on the phone, (thank God for technology, especially during the pandemic) He promises to be in our midst. There is strength that comes from joining together in His name. We can pray together, share His Word together, and encourage one another as we persevere in our faith. The Christian lifestyle is not meant to be a solo journey, and it is a blessing to be part of a family of believers that we can walk side by side with. As Proverbs 27:17 tells us, iron sharpens iron.
Right relationships are a vital part of our walk with the Lord. The Lord will send the right people into our lives when we ask. We can trust Him to guide us to relationships that will propel us forward in our faith in Jesus.
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Having people who we can fellowship with, pray with and grow with in our faith journey are indeed such a blessing. I think this year we did get a new sense of how important meaningful relationships and friendships are to us and gathering together in His name should never be taken for granted.
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That’s true. Simple things/routines that were taken for granted have now been interrupted. Especially now that it’s almost holiday time, I will definitely miss spending time with others.
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So true Dawn.
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Well said
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Thank you 😊
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Great article! It’s a good answer to the folks who say: “I don’t need to go to church”.
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Thank you! And yes we do need fellowship with others. Church is important.
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Hi, Dawn! Sharing God’s Word, praising Him, and praying for and encouraging each other, are wonderful benefits from gathering in His name. Have a blessed week!🌟🌺
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They truly are Jeanne. Having like minded people in this life is a blessing. Thanks, have a blessed week too! ❤️
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Amen. Not good for us to be alone! Avoid isolation, especially during this time.
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True, it’s best to connect with others.
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We definitely need each other for this journey 🙏🏽
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Thankful I have you in my corner little sister.
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Ditto big sister ♥️
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We need each other. We can watch for each other, pray for each other, encourage each other and much more.
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Amen! Thankful for the body of Christ and thankful for your encouragement and prayers big brother.
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Amen, Father has a sweet presence.🥰👣
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Amen He does!
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😇❤
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Serving God with other like-minded people helps us to be accountable to each other. And we need it in our Christian walk. ❤
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Amen! Yes we do. ❤️
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“Right relationships are a vital part of our walk with the Lord. The Lord will send the right people into our lives when we ask. We can trust Him to guide us to relationships that will propel us forward in our faith in Jesus.” Indeed, His love is faithful, to a faithful heart! Blessings!
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Amen! Blessings Warren!
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It’s amazing how the effect of the company we keep influences us. Its great and a big blessing to have like minded people around us that encourage us to do/speak/be right….but sometimes God places us in the midst of absolute darkness…..to be the light. Like you said Dawn….our Christian journey isn’t meant to be solo….a strong spirit fellowshiping among those in darkness is also one way God calls us to be….lovely post Dawn 🤩🎀🙏🏼🙏🏼😍💐
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Thanks Ruelha. Yes, it is a blessing indeed to have other brothers and sisters in Christ to encourage us, and we’re blessed to have opportunities to be a light to those who don’t yet know Jesus. ❤️🤗
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✝️🌞🌠😊
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Amen! God created us to be part of the brotherhood and sisterhood of His Kingdom.
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What a blessing it is to be part of God’s family.
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