Connection

Connection. It is a term we hear a lot these days. We use those handy cell phones to stay connected to loved ones, world happenings, our schedules, and apps that even help us stay connected to God’s word.

Connection. It is a good thing but with a skewed perspective even goods things can become weighty. Have I called my mom lately? (Guilt) What just happened on the other side of the world? (Heartache) Where am I supposed to be in 5 minutes? (Frenzy) Have I spent enough time with the Lord today? (Thirst)

And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds,

not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing,

but encouraging one another – and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

Hebrews 10:24-25

There is no question that we are created to be connected with one another. But have we stopped recently to ask the “why” behind all this connection? I believe this scripture in Hebrews speaks to that: encouragement! The Lord knew that life would have profound challenges and we would need other believers to speak truth and life over us when we get discouraged. He never meant the connection to become the challenge. As carriers of the Holy Spirit, we bring His truth into situations that have gone sideways – refreshing to weary hearts. And that’s encouraging!

This changes how we view connection. I get to call my mom today. (Relationship) I get to pray for hurting people I don’t know. (Intercession) I get to meet her in 5 minutes. (Assignment) I get to spend time with the Lord today. (Refreshing)

So let’s not give up meeting together (connecting) but instead encourage one another more and more. The Lord has given us to one another. To be human hands to hold, human arms to hug, and human voices to encourage. We are one another’s unique and precious gift from our loving Father.

You are adored.