Have you heard of Koinonia?

AMED 46.24

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God has an amazing plan for us to never be lonely, and it’s called koinonia. Koinonia is a Greek word meaning intimate relationships, community, communion, fellowship and sharing with one another. Koinonia was instituted by God so the Christian community would never feel alone and would always have their needs met. “All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need.” (Acts 2:44-45, NIV)

Do you have koinonia in your life? When true koinonia is practiced, all needs are met, and there is no loneliness or need. Like the Three Musketeers would say, “All for one, and one for all!” Koinonia speaks of real communities, where every member plays a significant role. 

One of my brothers searched the world for intimacy and truth. He traveled in a van and hitchhiked around Europe during the ’70s. He tried eastern religions, drugs and whatever else he could find, but he finally found peace in a Christian commune. Yes, communes were popular in those days. I believe that deep down, we are all looking for communion or being in community. 

Have you found your community? I’ve spoken on the subconscious need to find one’s tribe. Have you found your tribe yet? 

I’m praying you will find the right church, the right group of friends, the right company and the right team. I encourage you to go where you are celebrated, not just tolerated.

You can’t pick your family, but you can pick your tribe. May God help you.

Because you’re a miracle.

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14 Comments

  1. Tabitha on 24/09/2020 at 11:38 AM

    Amen and Amen!!!. Thank you Jesus.

  2. Gloria Cimafranca on 24/09/2020 at 12:13 PM

    Yes. It’s the most important thing we must experience with our creator. To have koinonia with Him. Thank You Lord for your fellowship with me.

  3. Lineekela on 24/09/2020 at 12:14 PM

    All glory be to God.

    • Vivian on 24/09/2020 at 3:47 PM

      Amen and Amen

    • cjd3 on 24/09/2020 at 11:32 PM

      AMEN AMEN ????✝️?

  4. Jyoti Swarankar on 24/09/2020 at 12:15 PM

    Thanks for praying that I will find a community. I do have some people around but I still don’t think I have found my community where I know that this is my Koinonia. And I believe God has that community for me and is leading me there. I receive it by faith.

  5. Desi on 24/09/2020 at 12:25 PM

    Amen!

  6. Gary on 24/09/2020 at 1:19 PM

    Amen!!

    Mr. Goulet I don’t know if you read these comments, but I would very much like to experience Koinonia, I do not have any idea what it is like to have a Trib or community. What an amazing gift from God that would be. Thank you

  7. Virginia on 24/09/2020 at 1:28 PM

    How perfect is this message today. I am praying to Jesus for a strong, faithful man of God to come into the life of my 22 yr old son and be his friend and mentor. He’s such a good person but has has some knocks in life that to him seem like the end of the world. Now I will pray for him to have Koinonia so that it’s not just “someone” but a tribe, a community to encourage him. Please pray for him as well. Thank you and God bless you all.

  8. elfriede Karundu on 24/09/2020 at 5:06 PM

    thank you for helping me to grow in faith amen and amen

  9. Favour on 24/09/2020 at 8:41 PM

    Amen and Anen

  10. Ann-marie Fewster on 25/09/2020 at 12:38 AM

    Thank you for sharing and praying for a good church yet to be found with Christian friends. Amen to God be the glory.

  11. Adonias Freitas on 25/09/2020 at 3:07 AM

    From Brazil, in koinonia with you daily. God bless you!!

  12. Anne on 27/09/2020 at 11:04 AM

    I’ve lived in the same community for just about my entire life. Grew up in the same church and “attend” today. I’m not sure that I have ever had koinonia in my life. Can one learn to build it from scratch? If so, the building blocks start with the Bible and Jesus. How would one begin to build up a tribe of like minded people who have a heart for God and his love? I know that the very first building block is the Cornerstone of Christ. The time is getting near for Christ’s return and I don’t want to be left behind. If anyone has any suggestions, please comment.
    Thank you

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