Our Habits shape our lives

Here are four simple habits that help us stay rooted in God and connected to one another as we follow Jesus together.

1. Reading Scripture

We are shaped by what we give our attention to. While many things compete for our focus each day, Christians have always found that regular time in the Bible helps shape our hearts and minds around God’s truth.

Through Scripture, God speaks to us, strengthens our faith, and helps us learn what it means to follow Jesus in everyday life.

Following a simple Bible reading plan can be a helpful place to begin.

You can explore some suggested reading plans and resources here.

2. Patterns of prayer

Prayer is one of the main ways we grow in relationship with God. It changes things, and it also changes us.

Creating simple patterns of prayer in our daily lives helps us learn to depend on God more deeply and become people who love him and others more fully.

Whether it is setting aside time each day, praying with others, or learning to talk with God throughout the day, prayer helps shape our lives around his presence.

You can explore resources to help you grow in prayer here.

‍3. Life-giving community

We were not meant to follow Jesus on our own. God places us in the church so we can grow together, support one another, and learn how to live as his people.

Community is where friendships grow, faith deepens, and we learn how to walk through both joys and challenges together.

One of the best ways to experience this is by joining a Connect Community.

Find out more here.

‍4. Serving with hope

As followers of Jesus, we are invited to take part in what God is doing in the world. We serve others not just out of kindness, but because we carry a living hope grounded in the finished work of Jesus and his promise to renew all things.

God often works through ordinary acts of love, generosity, and service. As we look for opportunities to care for others and share our faith, we become part of his bigger story.

You can explore ways to serve within New Community and in our wider neighbourhoods here.

‍Taking your next step

Everyone starts somewhere. Whether you are beginning to explore faith or looking to grow deeper as a disciple, simple habits like these help shape a life centred on Jesus over time.

If you would like help finding the next step that is right for you, we would love to help. Please get in touch or explore more resources in the Grow section.