Why is it important?
When Jesus called us to love our neighbor, he gave us a task that is possible for each one of us and is also a blessing for each one of us. Many people around us might feel isolated or don’t feel a sense of belonging (maybe including us), and each one of us can bring change to that. You will see how loving your neighbor will change those things and also the relationships but also how it will give you a greater love for the people around you. It will leave a great impact and it builds a strong and lasting community for your neighbors and you as well to just name a few things. When I think back to last year and how the pandemic affected everyone around the world we saw more and more 1. the need of bringing God’s love to our local places and 2. How important it is to be connected with our neighbors. We got reminded of the call from Jesus also because our neighborhoods were the only places we could go to. So let’s all do this together starting today to take Jesus seriously and love our neighbor. We will give you a monthly tip with how to establish that relationship and love your neighbors in a practical way and then we will all put it into action with the neighbors right around us. And then watch how over time your neighborhood will change! You, me, and all of us can do it so let’s do it!!
Our tip for this month is to write an encouraging email to your neighbors! Watch the video with some tips on that!
Hi our friend
How are you?
Jen, Caleb and I are doing well!! We are enjoying the sunny days we are having right now here in SF. Cause of the good weather Jen is able to connect with more Moms in the neighborhood while taking Caleb out to the park. It’s a wonderful way to build new and deeper relationships. We also got further in editing the book. It still is a long way to go but we are moving forward which is encouraging. Also don’t forget this month love your neighbor tip and write an encouraging email to a neighbor!!!
God bless you
Markus and Jen
So nice that you are part of this bible journey. Today we are looking at a really poetic book, the Psalms. Be encouraged and inspired!
Our story today is about a king who put all his trust in God even in challenges. Read a little bit more about the story today in Psalm 3.
The letter of Hebrews is an easy way to grow in your faith and also learn new foundation. Be encouraged.
Caleb turned 1 this week and it was wonderful. Between 50 and 70 guests between neighbors, church and ywam came to his celebration in our local park. Jen got to share about the miracle from God he is with all the guests and many were really moved. It was wonderful. We really love our communities.