so much going on - what's the answer?

We may have relationship changes, riots in the streets, and ask 'what now?' Once again I am reminded that we were not born to be alone.

When I do my personal testimony, this will be a key message. I was alone. Sure I had people around me. I interacted. But my style (with work, family and friends) all added up to me being alone. Which I thought was OK because I am a loner!

Sure I am to blame for creating this style. But I also allowed it to happen rather than confront the issues that created it. Whatever the reasons, I now know I needed to not be alone.

Loneliness, the very opposite of community, is the most crushing of all emotions. Only in 'community' can we feel most fully alive. Most human. As Christians we need to build 'community'. It ain't easy. But God wants us to have commuity in our small groups. In our Church. And in our community.

The best way to feel part of a community is by a warm loving welcome. That's what I feel with this small group. And, selfishly, I dont want to lose it. What can I do? Being persistent and keep on being loving and welcoming.