Community

I didn’t understand the importance of community until I took my walk with Christ seriously. Before fully surrendering, I didn’t care much for the community because I was very introverted and shy. I got overwhelmed around a crowd of people and being around people for a long period of time drained me. But as I started to take my journey seriously with Christ Jesus, a yearning started to tug on my heart.  At first I would go on YouTube and search topics on bible study, sermons, being a Christian woman, encouraging videos, must haves as a Christian women, etc. I did that for a year and am very thankful for the individuals that create Christian content. But I wanted more, I wanted to be a part of a Community of believers that’s on fire for Jesus. And I just don’t want to just see you on an uploaded video but we can actually interact in real time or in person. I asked God to help me find community and how to find one.  A friend invited me to a community she found. It wasn’t welcoming and warm and I thought hmm maybe I’m overthinking it and let’s just see. But as time went on I felt like an outcast and I did not belong there.  But God always comes to the rescue. I was on my YouTube notification and I saw a post of welcoming people to come join a women bible study online. I was so eager and excited to join. When I joined the first group bible study, the person who was leading the bible study created a warm & welcome environment. She made sure we are all aware that this is a safe space to grow together as we study God’s word. From having those two experiences and reading the books of Acts, I was able to learn what community of Christ believers was centered on unity and fellowship.