A single coal, pulled from the fire, quickly fades. It cools. It loses its heat… its light. But when coals stay together? They burn hotter, longer, stronger.

The same is true for us. Alone, we weaken. Together, we thrive.

Welcome to The Daily, where we engage with God’s Word—verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every single day.

Our text today is Ecclesiastes 4:9-10.

Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up! — Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

Life wasn’t meant to be lived in isolation. The enemy loves to see us standing alone—because a person by themselves? Easy target.

When we distance ourselves from community—whether it’s out of pride, fear, or past hurts—we’re like that coal, pulled from the fire. The warmth of faith fades. Our strength weakens. And suddenly, temptation, doubt, and discouragement? They hit harder.

But when we stay connected? When we walk alongside people who encourage us, challenge us, and speak truth into our lives—that’s when we stay strong. That’s when the fire of faith keeps burning.

Even Jesus sent His followers out in pairs. Paul had Barnabas. The early church? It wasn’t just scattered individuals—it was a family, a body, a brotherhood and sisterhood of believers building each other up.

So let me ask you—who’s keeping your fire burning?

If you don’t have godly community around you, it’s time to change that. Find people who will walk with you, lift you up when you fall, and challenge you to keep growing.

And just as importantly? Be that person for someone else.

Because a coal alone grows cold… but together? We burn bright.

#FaithCommunity, #StrongerTogether, #BiblicalWisdom

ASK THIS:

1. Who in your life encourages you in your walk with Christ?
2. Have you ever felt spiritually weak due to isolation? How did it affect you?
3. What steps can you take today to build a stronger faith community?
4. How can you be a source of encouragement to someone else this week?

DO THIS:

Find one godly person today to encourage or pray with—and commit to strengthening that relationship.

PRAY THIS:

Lord, thank You for the gift of godly relationships that strengthen my faith. Help me to walk with others, encourage them, and stay connected to Your people.

PLAY THIS:

Make Room.