The Bible and specifically the teachings of Jesus are very clear: life in community will mean experiencing hurts in community. How are we to respond when we are hurt and wounded by others, especially those we trusted and cared for? The way of response from the community of disciples is forgiveness. What exactly is forgiveness and what is it not? How can we find the power to forgive those who sin against us?
More and more it seems that belonging and participating in the local church is becoming optional. Many of us have been hurt by the church or perhaps simply felt that the church didn't have much to offer us. But Jesus calls the Church His bride, and commands those who follow Him to love his bride as he does. But how can we do that well? How can we engage in a closer, more faithful, life in community? Join us as we explore several practical ways to live in community together!
