With-ness. Could there be a word that sits closer to the tender heart of God? It strikes me while praying for North Carolina, Chaing Mai, and Florida how God’s promise to join us as we gather in His name (Matthew 18:20) reveals His desire 1) to be with us and 2) for us to be together.  

Links mentioned:

1. To get a short, doable tip in your inbox every week to help you get to know your neighbors, sign up here.

2. Read the written version of this episode HERE.

3. Samaritan’s Purse (choose hurricane relief, any other specific need, or simply where it’s most needed).

4. Health and Hunger Coalition (located in Boone, NC and providing hard-to-reach neighbors with food).

5. Within Reach Global (bringing compassion and the gospel to Chaing Mai, Thailand).