We’re entering a new year while we seek to embody the church wherever we go. This brief devotional offers a perspective shift on our journey as disciples of Christ, focusing on how we can physically represent the gospel in a couple of simple ways.

John 14 marks a turning point for the disciples of Jesus as they discover the implications of being a Christian. Today, the same scripture provides the assurance needed as we navigate our lives of faith. As we encounter seasons of unease and worry, we share a couple of ways to embody the wisdom found in John 14.

Some may not understand why people desire a new kind of gathering with other Christ followers beyond the traditional weekend church service. Maybe this is a trend, and people will find themselves back in Sunday service again, or perhaps something more profound is happening to the way we gather as believers.