STRONGER TOGETHER
Ecclesiastes 4:9-12
Two are better than one
Because they have a good reward for their labor.
For if they fall, one will lift up his companion.
But woe to him who is alone when he falls,
For there is not a second one to help him up!
If two lie down together, both stay warm,
But how can one stay warm alone?
If one is added strength, two will stand before him,
And a threefold cord is not quickly broken.
Personal Challenge
We live in an age and a society where the loner is praised and individuality is the sought after treasure. However, the early church fathers taught that our salvation can only be fully worked out in our church community. This passage presents this teaching as well. It is so important to have others in our lives that we can count on and learn from, as well as be available to our brothers and sisters to encourage and support them in their lives. Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, tale Mercy on me, the sinner?
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