Integrity in Community

Real faith extends beyond personal belief to how we treat others in community. The Bible emphasizes that faith is both individual and shared, with most New Testament letters written to groups rather than individuals. Favoritism in church settings creates division and goes against God's character, who looks at hearts rather than appearances. Instead of showing partiality based on wealth, status, or appearance, believers should practice equity by seeing and honoring each person as God made them. This requires moving beyond surface-level judgments to build genuine relationships. True faith is functional, demonstrating love and acceptance toward all people regardless of their external circumstances.