Transformative Relationships

Description

People within a healthy church experience belonging and have deep friendships within the church that contribute to their spiritual growth. These friendships are rooted in a common love of Christ. Friends comfort one another, rejoice together, share with one another, and pray together regularly.

Guiding Scripture Passages

Prov. 17:17

A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.

Jude 1:20-21

20 But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, 21 keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life.

Considerations Regarding Your Score

• How many deep friendships are present in the congregation? Relationships that help spiritual growth, not just part of fellowship.
• How safe a place is your congregation for authenticity in relationships?
• How can you help people to actively pray with another person?
• What experiences can you provide to deepen relationships?