Bonding over shared struggles. Calling each other out on blindspots. Coming out of hiding into authentic relationships. The fellowship of believers. The value of Biblical accountability. We are talking all things Biblical Community today on Episode #104 of UnPerfect.
In this episode, Jody and Shelly draw from personal experiences and Biblical examples. They discuss the importance of fellowship of believers, serving one another, Biblical accountability, and authenticity, highlighting how these aspects are essential for a thriving Christian community. They provide practical steps for cultivating such a community and emphasize that biblical community is about contributing rather than just receiving.
This discussion covers the following talking points about experiencing true Biblical Community:
- Serving One Another
- The Role of Biblical Accountability - what it is and what it isn't
- Authenticity in Community
- The Power of Empathy in Overcoming Shame
- The Birth of a Spiritual Social Experiment - creating a small group built on authenticity and vulnerability
- The Impact of Authenticity in Community
- 5 Practical Steps to Building Community
- The Importance of Vulnerability and Support
- Praying for and Contributing to Biblical Community
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Scriptures:
- Romans 12:10
- Romans 12:16
- Galatians 5:13
- Ephesians 4:32
- Colossians 3:16
- 1 Thessalonians 5:11
- Hebrews 3:13
- Hebrews 10:24
- 1 Peter 4:9
- 1 Peter 1:22
- 1 John 3:11
- 🎧 Brene Brown's TED talk: Listening to Shame
- K. J. Ramsey's book, The Lord Is My Courage: Stepping Through the Shadows of Fear Toward the Voice of Love
- Jody's book, Hidden Heartache
Other Episodes in this series of Spiritual Disciplines:
#93 How To Practice Spiritual Rest
#99 5 Things You Should Know When You Fast
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