This past weekend at Community we started our series through the book of James, called BE BRAVE. At the end of the message I asked those who were in the midst of a storm, a personal trial, to stand so we could pray for them.

There were some BRAVE enough to stand. As they did, I asked people to gather around them from all sides to join hands or reach out and touch their shoulder. This is always a powerful moment for me when I see the Body of Christ gather around those who are hurting. It’s how it should be, not just for a short prayer, but throughout the storm.

I’ve heard story after story this week of how people have done exactly that. They’ve come alongside someone in need and truly been there for them.

Thanks Community for being, well, a COMMUNITY. You’ve got to be brave enough to ask for help, but you also have to know the people you’re asking are brave enough to stand with you in the storm.