WEEK FOUR: FIND FAMILY

We live in a time where, despite having countless ways to connect, many of us feel increasingly isolated and alone. Our world often encourages us to compete, compare, and measure our worth against others. It’s easy to fall into the trap of believing that everything—love, success, opportunities—is a limited resource, like a pie that must be divided. This scarcity mindset leads to a life of competition and fear, convincing us that someone else’s gain means our loss.

But this mindset couldn’t be further from the truth. God designed us for community, not competition. Just as the parts of our body work together in harmony, so are we meant to live in relationship with one another, each contributing our unique gifts and strengths. When we choose to support, encourage, and uplift each other, we build something far greater than anything we could achieve alone.

Take a moment to think about your closest relationships. How often do we, perhaps without realizing it, allow comparison to creep in? We might see others’ successes and feel envious or feel the need to one-up each other. This way of thinking divides us and keeps us from experiencing the full potential of what it means to live in true community.

Imagine what could happen if we shifted our focus. Instead of viewing relationships as transactional or competitive, we could see them as opportunities to reflect God’s love. God’s love isn’t limited; it doesn’t run out. When we’re filled with his love, it overflows into our interactions with others, creating authentic, meaningful connections. This overflow allows us to support each other in ways that are deeper and more fulfilling than any superficial bond.

The Bible tells us repeatedly that we are stronger together. A cord of three strands is not easily broken; where two or three gather in God’s name, he is there with them. These truths highlight the importance of unity and shared purpose. Living in community isn’t just about proximity; it’s about being united in heart and spirit, grounded in a common faith.

Being “better together” means more than just working alongside each other—it’s about embracing a mindset of generosity, sharing our lives, joys, and even our struggles. It means choosing to see the best in one another, supporting each other through challenges, and celebrating each other’s successes without envy or resentment. It’s about recognizing that God has placed each of us where we are, not to compete, but to collaborate, to build each other up, and to be a light in our communities.

God’s design for us is to live in connection, not in isolation. He created us for relationships where we can truly know and be known, where we can love and be loved. This is the essence of community—a space where we can grow together, learn from one another, and serve each other in love. When we lean into this, we find that life is richer, more meaningful, and filled with a sense of belonging that no amount of individual success can ever replace. We are better together when we embrace community and unity under God’s guidance.