By Mya Carr
Action Verse:
“Then Jesus said, ‘Follow Me.” …Matthew 4:19
“Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” …Ephesians 4:3
At Seapointe College, this kind of togetherness is part of how we grow — through shared worship, mentorship, and daily life together.
A new semester always feels like a fresh start. New classes, new schedules, new faces, and for some of us, a new sense of what God might be doing in our lives. Some of us are returning, and others are brand new and still trying to figure out which classroom is theirs. But even with all our differences, we’re here for the same reason: Jesus called us to follow Him.
But even with all our differences, we’re here for the same reason: Jesus called us to follow Him. And the Christian life was never meant to be lived alone — it’s about following Jesus together.
What’s interesting is that Jesus didn’t call people to follow Him one at a time and then send them off on their own. He formed a group. The disciples learned together, traveled together, made mistakes together, and grew together. Following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey. It’s something we do in the community. That’s where togetherness comes in.
Togetherness doesn’t mean we all think the same way or have the same personalities. It means we’re moving in the same direction. We’re choosing to walk behind Jesus and beside each other at the same time. And in a small Bible college, that togetherness actually shows up in really simple, practical ways.
One of those ways can be chapel. Chapel isn’t just something on the schedule that we check off. It’s one of the few times we’re all in the same room, worshiping the same God, hearing the same Word. When we show up distracted, late, or disconnected, it affects more than just us. But when we show up ready to worship and ready to listen, it builds unity. Our presence matters. Our attitude matters. Chapel is one way we practice following Jesus together.
Togetherness also shows up in how we treat each other, especially the people who are new. Think about how intimidating it can be to walk into a room where everyone already seems to know each other. Jesus never ignored people who were on the outside. He saw them, spoke to them, and made space for them. We get to do the same thing here. Sometimes following Jesus looks like starting a conversation, sitting next to someone who’s alone, or learning someone’s name, even when it feels awkward. Those small choices can make someone feel like they belong.
Following Jesus together also means being part of student life instead of standing on the sidelines. Jesus didn’t avoid people. He lived among them. He went to meals, weddings, and gatherings. He was present. In the same way, being involved here isn’t about being busy; it’s about being connected. When we show up, serve, participate, and encourage each other, we help create a campus culture that reflects Jesus. We’re not just here to earn credits or extra credit (well, maybe I am). We’re here to grow in faith together.
Jesus showed us what real followership looks like. He followed the will of the Father even when it wasn’t easy. He obeyed even when it cost Him something. That wasn’t a weakness.
That was love and trust. And when we follow Jesus, we start to look more like Him. We become more patient. More kind. More aware of the people around us. More willing to serve instead of being seen. Togetherness doesn’t happen automatically just because we share a campus. It’s something we build through everyday choices. It grows when we participate instead of isolating.
When we speak instead of staying silent. When we care instead of compete. And when we remember that we’re not walking this journey alone. This semester, togetherness won’t come from everyone being the same. It will come from everyone having the same heart posture: willing to follow Jesus and willing to walk with each other. If we do that, this campus becomes more than a school. It becomes a community that reflects Christ. Love you all!!!!!
