Loving our neighbors and reaching our communities
I Love My City
Seeing your community through God’s love and bringing the hope of Jesus to the people who live there.
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Message Guide
About This Message.
It is easy to notice what is broken in the place we live. This message asks how our response changes when we see a city as people God loves. Austin draws on Nehemiah’s concern for Jerusalem and Jesus’ commission to His disciples to invite us into prayer and practical love for our communities.
The mission of Jesus reaches the nations, yet it also meets us close to home. Our neighbors, classmates, coworkers, and everyday relationships give us opportunities to serve and share hope. Loving our city means allowing God’s concern for people to become visible through both our words and our actions.
Pray with compassion
Bring the needs of your community to God and let prayer shape how you see people.
Love the people nearby
Practice concrete care for the people already within your everyday reach.
Point people toward Jesus
Use your words and actions to help others discover the life He offers.
Take It Further
From Listening
to Living.
Use these questions for personal reflection, a conversation with a friend, or a small group discussion.
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What need in your community moves you to pray?
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Who nearby could experience God’s love through a practical act of care from you?
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How could you help someone take a step toward Jesus this week?
Your Church. Your Community.