Who’s carrying you when life gets heavy—and who are you carrying?

Summary: After a 7-mile hike with his men’s group, Jon reflects on the importance of having “mat carriers” in life—people who walk with you, support you, and help carry you when you can’t move forward on your own. Looking at Gospel of Mark 2, where four friends carry a paralyzed man to Jesus, we’re reminded that faith is often lived out in community—and sometimes the strongest faith isn’t seen in the one on the mat, but in the ones carrying it.

Key Themes:

• Biblical community and support
• Faith lived out through action
• Encouragement and accountability
• Walking through life together

Scripture for Today: Mark 2:3–5 — “When Jesus saw their faith…”

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