On a cool, crisp day in early fall, golden aspen leaves quake in the autumn breeze.
As they shimmer, in all their golden beauty against the backdrop of a clear blue sky, I remember why I love living in Colorado.
Unlike any other trees, aspens are connected. While each individual tree stands alone, an aspen grove is literally one organism because their root systems are intertwined.
Likewise, people need community and connection with others in order to thrive.
Yet, often we feel disconnected. Maybe you’ve just moved to a new city and haven’t made friends yet. Or, feel like you connect with a lot of people online, but don’t have many “in person” friends to hang out with. You feel lonely.
Whatever the case, we need bonds and relationships of all kinds—family, friends, community, or people we know from church, sports, or hobby groups.
When we choose to intertwine our lives with others we find emotional fulfillment and a heart to serve others.
And, we find joy!
Even simple acts connect us, like bringing a meal to a friend with a broken arm, or calling your grandmother just because.
Ask God to help you to find friends and people with whom you have common interests. Ask Him to fill the emptiness inside of you with His love, love that never leaves and is always with you.
Community and friendship are essential to our well-being.
You are not alone. We’re all connected.