You Weren’t Meant to Grow Alone

"Planted in the house of the Lord, they will flourish in the courts of our God.” - Psalm 92:13

We live in a world that romanticizes independence. “I don’t need anyone.” “It’s just me and God.” “Church hurt made me walk away.”
But here's the truth: isolation may feel safe, but it is not spiritual.

From Genesis to Revelation, God created us for connection. And not just connection with Him—but with one another. You and I were never meant to grow in a vacuum. We were designed to flourish in fellowship.

Growth Needs Good Ground

Just like a seed cannot thrive unless it's planted in the right soil, your spiritual life won’t grow strong unless you’re rooted in the right environment. And that includes community—fellow believers, wise counsel, and a church that teaches truth.

There was a time when I pulled away from the church because I was tired of the politics, the personalities, and the pain I had experienced. I told myself, “I can do this on my own.” But in reality, I was slowly drying up. My spiritual fire was dimming, not because I didn’t love God—but because I was disconnected from His body.

When I found a Bible-teaching, Spirit-led, grace-filled church with a pastor who didn’t just entertain but equipped me, everything changed. I wasn’t just attending—I was being transformed.

You need more than hype—you need healthy teaching.

You need more than a platform—you need real people who walk with you, challenge you, and cover you in prayer.

You need the church—not just a building, but a body.

The Power of Fellowship

The early church was built on togetherness (Acts 2:42–47). They worshipped, ate, prayed, and carried one another’s burdens. And guess what? They grew.

God still works through fellowship today. Here’s why you need it:

·       Accountability sharpens your growth. (Proverbs 27:17)

·       Community keeps you encouraged. (Hebrews 10:24–25)

·       Teaching grounds you in truth. (Ephesians 4:11–14)

·       Serving gives your faith feet. (1 Peter 4:10)

If you’ve been burned by church or people, I understand. But don’t let a past wound rob you of a present opportunity to grow. There’s a place for you. A community for you. A shepherd who’s called to feed your soul, not use your gifts.

Pray. Search. Ask God to guide you to where you can be planted—and flourish.

Journal With Me

The Abide EJournal includes prompts to help you assess your current community and where God may be calling you next. Try this one today:

Prompt: Am I planted in a faith-filled community that helps me grow? If not, what’s holding me back?