July 15, 2008

Koinonia describes the intimate connection with God and brothers and sisters in Christ. It is the privileged result of faithfully coming together at church, in small groups, and our closest friendships as we find ways to talk about the Lord and what He is saying to us.

Each of us is so incredibly unique, possessing spiritual gifts, passions and personality styles that enable us to bring the “light of God” to those we interact with on a daily basis.

As we walk in the light (our love expressed in obedience from our head, heart and hands), we not only know in our minds, “feel in our hearts” the Presence and Power of God. Our interaction with one another helps us to be attenuated to His Presence, discovering and developing our spiritual abilities, and helping one another to draw close to God with confidence.

I encourage you to make every effort to be in fellowship – faithful at church and MiniChurch, keeping a close heart-touch with your Christian friends – that is rooted in koinonia. We all need intimacy of the spirit, and our regular interaction with one another brings it out in ways that build our faith and helps us to stand firm amidst the storms of life.

May your week be filled with moments of heart-connection with the saints; enjoy what manifests in your koinonia experience!