This week’s 52‑Week Rhythm invites us into a deeper practice of biblical hospitality—not just by opening our homes, but by opening our hearts to treat outsiders with the same warmth and affection we reserve for insiders. The Greek concept of philoxenia fuses brotherly love (philos) with embracing strangers (xenos), urging us to intentionally stretch boundaries, challenge “us vs. them” thinking, and welcome those different from us into our lives. As we pray for compassion, awareness, and openness, our acts of hospitality become tangible expressions of the gospel—proclaiming God’s invitation of inclusion to all.

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Today we return to this week’s 52-Week Rhythm, Assume the Best, looking at how to practice living out this rhythm in every day life. How do we approach others with a posture of “innocent until proven guilty?” 

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This week’s 52‑Week Rhythm challenges us to assume the best in every interaction by embracing the grace-filled love described in 1 Corinthians 13:7—putting up with, trusting, hoping, and enduring all things. Borrowing from a jury-selection illustration, we’re called to treat others as “innocent until proven guilty”: offering them the benefit of the doubt, listening with humility, and seeking to understand before passing judgment. As we practice pausing, praying, and asking “help me understand,” this rhythm encourages us to lead with grace, release assumptions, and actively reflect God’s love in all our relationships.

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How Do We Replace Expectations with Hope?

In this “Do” episode of the 52-Week Rhythm Podcast we take a closer look at what it's like to replace our expectations with hope. We’re called to reflect God’s love and presence in our everyday interactions, but doing so requires us to maintain a posture of hope rather than fall into the trap of expectation. While expectations have a place within covenanted relationships, they can damage everyday connections by fostering judgment and disappointment. Hope, on the other hand, nurtures love, builds trust, and invites us to believe that the best is yet to come in others’ lives. Join us as we unpack the powerful difference between expecting from people and hoping for them.

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This week on 52-Week Rhythm, we explore how living out our faith starts with being genuinely interested in the people around us. We’re called to reflect God’s love and presence in our everyday interactions, but doing so requires us to maintain a posture of hope rather than fall into the trap of expectation. While expectations have a place within covenanted relationships, they can damage everyday connections by fostering judgment and disappointment. Hope, on the other hand, nurtures love, builds trust, and invites us to believe that the best is yet to come in others’ lives. Join us as we unpack the powerful difference between expecting from people and hoping for them.

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How can I begin to unknow?  In this "Do" episode of the 52-Week Rhythm we dig into the everyday practice of unknowing—an invitation to believe in change.

Practicing unknowing invites us to believe that others can truly change—and challenges us to interact with both strangers and familiar faces without the baggage of past expectations. To apply this practice, start by giving people the freedom to be different than anyone you've ever met—approach them as if you've never known them. In your next encounter with a stranger, resist the urge to categorize or stereotype; let their actions speak for themselves. When dealing with someone difficult or familiar, approach them with curiosity instead of certainty. And when the moment feels right, offer someone a do-over—extend your trust again and allow them the grace to grow.

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In this episode, we delve into the concept of "unknowing" as a transformative practice in relationships and community life.  Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5:17, we explore how embracing the idea that people can change requires us to release preconceived judgments and offer others the grace to evolve. This approach invites us to interact with others—whether strangers or close loved ones—with fresh eyes, allowing space for growth and transformation. By practicing unknowing, we cultivate an environment where trust and renewal can flourish, fostering deeper connections and a more compassionate community.

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Who are the people in my life that I am walking alongside?  In this  "Do" episode of the 52-Week Rhythm we dig into the everyday practice of acompañar—a quiet but radical way of showing up. More than just being physically present, acompañar is about choosing to walk alongside others with intention and care, without rushing to solve, fix, or lead. In a world that often measures impact through bold actions and visible outcomes, acompañar invites us into a different kind of doing—one rooted in presence, patience, and love.

We’ll explore what this looks like in the life of Jesus and in the small, often unnoticed choices we make each day: offering a listening ear, lingering for a conversation, or simply being with someone in their struggle. These are not passive moments—they are quiet acts of courage and compassion that shape the world around us.

This week, we ask: Where are you already practicing acompañar? And where might you be called to lean in a little more deeply?

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Today we explore the quiet, often-overlooked practice of acompañar—a Spanish word that means more than just "accompanying." It’s about walking alongside others with intentional presence, without the need to fix or perform. In a culture that often prioritizes bold gestures and public wins, acompañar invites us into the sacred, everyday work of showing up—in silence, in slowness, in small, consistent acts of care. Drawing on everyday examples and the life of Jesus, this reflection challenges us to consider how we might embody this gentle way of being in our own lives. From a neighborly hello to sitting in stillness with someone in pain, acompañar reminds us that love is rarely flashy—but it is deeply powerful. This week, we’re invited to notice where we’re already walking alongside others, and where we might be called to lean in a little more. To learn more, visit https://originscommunity.com/. Are you interested, exploring, and engaged in your community? Find out now through this self-assessment: https://originscommunity.com/self-assessment/ Want to sign up for the Origins Community 52-Week Rhythm weekly email? If so, click here.

Origins’ 52-Week Rhythm Podcast brings new ways to enjoy and interact with the 52-Week Rhythm. Through June and July of 2025, we will be hosting two podcasts a week that take a deeper dive into the importance of that week's rhythm and provide interactive stories from members of our community as we all focus on how we can demonstrate each week's themes to those around us.

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