Connections are powerful. They can change the entire direction of your life. Think about the people you’ve met—mentors, friends, coworkers, family members—and how those connections have influenced where you are today. Without them, life would look very different.
From the very beginning of Scripture, God declared, “It is not good for man to be alone” (Genesis 2:18). We were designed for connection—with Him and with each other. Yet so many people today are living in isolation. In fact, two of the top searches online are “salvation” and “loneliness.” That says a lot about what people are longing for: meaning, hope, and relationships that matter.
In a world where it’s easy to watch life from the sidelines—streaming church services, scrolling through social media, binging entertainment—it’s just as easy to slip into being a spectator rather than an active participant. But faith was never meant to be passive. It’s meant to be lived out in connection with God and with others.
Here are three vital connections that can transform your life:
1. Connect with God
This is the foundation of everything else. Without God, life ultimately feels meaningless. Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, summed it up bluntly in Ecclesiastes: “Vanity of vanities… all is vanity” (Ecclesiastes 1:2). Nothing truly satisfies apart from Him.
Connection with God begins with salvation—placing your trust in Jesus Christ. From there, that relationship grows through worship (both private and corporate) and through giving—of your time, talents, and resources. When you live generously, you reflect the heart of God Himself: “For God so loved the world that He gave…” (John 3:16).
Even Scotty Scheffler, the world’s top-ranked golfer, recently said in an interview that his victories and wealth don’t define him—what really matters is his relationship with God, his family, and other people. That perspective is what makes life meaningful.
2. Connect with One Another
We weren’t created to walk through life alone. The Bible calls us to “consider one another… not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together” (Hebrews 10:24–25). We need relationships that encourage, challenge, and walk alongside us through every season of life.
One of the best ways to experience this is through small groups—spaces where you can study God’s Word, share your story, and build authentic friendships. Whether it’s a Bible study, a motorcycle group, or parents gathering at a ball field, small groups turn “church” into family.
Many people have said their small group carried them through some of the hardest seasons of life. Friends made in those circles often become lifelong connections—people who celebrate your victories and hold you up in times of loss.
3. Connect with the World
Connection doesn’t stop with God and the church community—it flows outward into the world around us. Jesus commanded us to “be My witnesses… to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). That means looking for opportunities to serve, help, and share the hope of Christ with people everywhere.
Healthy churches don’t exist for themselves. They exist to bring light to those who are hurting—to families in crisis, individuals battling loneliness, and communities longing for hope. It’s not about “us four and no more”; it’s about carrying the Gospel beyond our walls and meeting people where they are.
A Question to Consider
How are your connections right now? Are you connected to God in a meaningful way? Are you building relationships that encourage your faith? Are you looking outward to impact those who don’t yet know Him?
If the answer to any of those is “not really,” it’s never too late to start. Step into a small group. Serve someone in need. Invest time in prayer and worship. Look for ways to connect—with God, with others, and with a world desperate for hope.
Your next step might feel small, but it could be the connection that changes everything.
