We’re called to be in community with other believers, and not just the surface-level kind. But with today’s headlines of leaders who have fallen and groups who have broken trust, how do you find community again? Church and small group consultant Tom Bennardo joins AllMomDoes host Julie Lyles Carr for an insightful conversation about the challenges, the rewards, and the best ways to find healthy faith communities today.
Special thanks to George Fox University for sponsoring the AllMomDoes Podcast!
Show Notes:
Takeaways:
- Authenticity in community is essential for growth.
- There are different levels of honesty we must navigate.
- Creating safe spaces for transparency is crucial.
- Discernment is key in sharing personal struggles.
- Leaders must model transparency for their communities.
- Healing from past wounds requires small, intentional steps.
- Koinonia is a deeper connection than mere friendship.
- Expectations in disclosures should be managed carefully.
- Vulnerability can lead to significant spiritual growth.
- The Holy Spirit plays a vital role in our connections.
Sound Bites:
- “We want people to be honest.”
- “What does biblical authenticity look like?”
- “We need to discern who we disclose things to.”
- “We need to open our hearts to each other.”
- “We need to learn how to love each other well.”
- “Your father in heaven knows your wounds.”
- “Nobody should ever die with a secret.”
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