In life's journey, we all seek connections that offer solace, joy, and shared experiences. Through 42 Bible verses and 5 Christian quotes, we'll explore the value of community – a pillar of support woven into our lives. Whether you find this support in church, friendships, or kindred spirits, these verses and quotes illuminate unity, hospitality, and encouragement.
As you read, let them inspire you to forge deeper bonds and embrace the beauty of coming together. Let's explore the enriching tapestry of the community's presence and celebrate its profound impact together.
"Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!"
- Psalm 133:1
"I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace."
- Ephesians 4:1-3
"For as the body is one and has many members, but all the members of that one body, being many, are one body, so also is Christ."
- 1 Corinthians 12:12
"Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous."
- 1 Peter 3:8
"And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching."
- Hebrews 10:24-25
"Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor."
- Ecclesiastes 4:9
"So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and individually members of one another."
- Romans 12:5
"Be hospitable to one another without grumbling."
- 1 Peter 4:9
"Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels."
- Hebrews 13:2
"Distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality."
- Romans 12:13
"A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, temperate, sober-minded, of good behavior, hospitable, able to teach."
- 1 Timothy 3:2
"And if you greet your brethren only, what do you do more than others? Do not even the tax collectors do so?"
- Matthew 5:47
"Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another."
- Romans 12:10
"Be given to hospitality."
- Romans 12:13
"For you, brethren, have been called to liberty; only do not use liberty as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another."
- Galatians 5:13
"Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith."
- Galatians 6:10
"Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself."
- Philippians 2:3
"Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ."
- Galatians 6:2
"As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God."
- 1 Peter 4:10
"By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another."
- John 13:35
"And above all things have fervent love for one another, for 'love will cover a multitude of sins.'"
- 1 Peter 4:8
"Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing."
- 1 Thessalonians 5:11
"Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as is the manner of some, but exhorting one another, and so much the more as you see the Day approaching."
- Hebrews 10:25
"Now may the God of patience and comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to Christ Jesus."
- Romans 15:5
"But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin."
- 1 John 1:7
"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord."
- Colossians 3:16
"And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works."
- Hebrews 10:24
"So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith."
- Galatians 6:10
"Therefore, if you bring your gift to the altar, and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar, and go your way. First, be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift."
- Matthew 5:23-24
"Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation."
- 2 Corinthians 5:18
"For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life."
- Romans 5:10
"And you, who once were alienated and enemies in your mind by wicked works, yet now He has reconciled."
- Colossians 1:21
"Now may the God of patience and comfort grant you to be like-minded toward one another, according to Christ Jesus."
- Romans 15:5
"And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful."
- Colossians 3:15
"Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing."
- 1 Thessalonians 5:11
"But exhort one another daily, while it is called 'Today,' lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin."
- Hebrews 3:13
"Let no corrupt word proceed out of your mouth, but what is good for necessary edification, that it may impart grace to the hearers."
- Ephesians 4:29
"And we urge you, brethren, to recognize those who labor among you, and are over you in the Lord and admonish you, and to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake."
- 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13
"And consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near."
- Hebrews 10:24-25
"The Church is not a gallery for the better exhibition of eminent Christians, but a school for the education of imperfect ones."
- Henry Ward Beecher
"To love and be loved is to feel the sun from both sides."
- David Viscott
"Community is the place where the person you least want to live with always lives."
- Henri Nouwen
"The Christian life is not a solo act."
- Tim Challies
"Christian community is like the Christian's sanctification. It is a gift of God which we cannot claim."
- Dietrich Bonhoeffer
"Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord."
- Colossians 3:16
"Therefore encourage one another and build up one another, just as you also are doing."
- 1 Thessalonians 5:11
"And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you."
- Ephesians 4:32
Community and coming together are essential aspects of the Christian faith. The Bible encourages unity, love, and hospitality among believers. These verses remind us of the importance of supporting one another and growing together in faith.