A Reignited Faith
August 14, 2025
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Have you ever built a campfire? The presence of a fire can dramatically shift an
environment—even softening an untamed wilderness with a warmth that draws people
together and soothes body and soul.
For just a moment, imagine that you and a group of family or friends are at a campsite
where you’re working to build a fire together. Suppose that each person surveys the
surrounding forest and retrieves a single piece of wood. Each selection is carefully
arranged over the faint but steadily growing glow of kindling tinder, fueling and
brightening the blaze. With all the wood in place, the fire burns at its brightest. Golden
embers dance heavenward, casting light on the faces of those gratefully gathered
around it. Until each camper carefully removes their piece of wood—shoveling it out of
the fire and discarding it somewhere on the cool earth, far away from the flame’s reach.
The campfire wanes, and every bit of wood—though once aglow—dims, eventually
disappearing in the darkness.
This image illustrates an important spiritual truth, as the Church is much like a campfire.
There is an incredible synergy and power found in the sacred gathering of believers. It
too causes an atmospheric shift, emitting light, warmth, and hope for the world. The
book of Acts makes it clear that the first believers of Jesus understood this. In fact, in
Acts 2, we learn that they assembled daily and were deeply devoted to “the apostles’
teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer” (verse 42). Their
coming together benefited the broader community but also richly blessed and supported
each of its members. And, we read that the Lord looked upon their faithful habit of
togetherness with favor and “added to their number daily those who were being saved”
(verse 47).
If your light—your faith, joy, and peace—is dwindling, perhaps it’s because you have
drifted away from the warmth of community. Consider how you can mirror the practices
of the early church and commit yourself to connecting with other Christians. You might
join a Bible study, sign up to volunteer in a ministry group, or open your home to break
bread with other followers of Jesus. In doing so, you’ll find your spirit reignited—aflame
with purpose and used by God to beckon others near.
Read, Reflect, Write:
Are you presently participating in a vibrant community of faith? Why or why not? How do
you feel as a result of that connection or disconnection?Read Acts 2:42-47. In what ways did the early Church, and the individuals within it,
benefit from faithful assembly?
What is one practical way that you can connect with believers this week?