The Necessity of Divine Power in Spiritual Community

Crabb emphasizes that True spiritual community hinges on divine power to navigate and resolve conflicts inherent in human relationships. He argues that human efforts alone are insufficient to overcome the selfishness and pain that fuel conflicts. Instead, an 'energy in the soul that is supplied by God' is essential. Crabb explains that brokenness, hope, and joy are all rooted in recognizing our dependence on God. He quotes Dietrich Bonhoeffer: 'Our community with one another consists solely in what Christ has done to both of us.' This underscores the idea that spiritual community is built on the foundation of Christ's work in individuals, enabling them to connect deeply despite conflicts.