In a powerful message rooted in both the Old and New Testaments, Rabbi Kirt Schneider confronts a troubling modern trend: believers attempting to walk out their spiritual life in isolation. “Are you living your spiritual life independently of community?” he asks. “Are you just on your own solo journey with God?”
Schneider’s message centers on Exodus 12:6, where the Lord commands, “The whole assembly of the congregation of Israel is to kill the lamb at twilight.” The emphasis is on “the whole assembly”—a striking image of shared responsibility and communal redemption.
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“God did not just call us as individuals,” Schneider reminds listeners. “He called us as a people.” Just as every Israelite participated in the slaughter of the Passover lamb, so too does every believer participate in the crucifixion of Yeshua, the true Lamb of God. “It was for our sin that He was nailed to the cross… this unites us, beloved ones, together as a people.”
Drawing a direct line from the Passover to the Lord’s Supper, he explains how communion is a communal act, not just a personal one. “When we come together, Paul said, we partake of the Lord’s body and the Lord’s blood.” This ritual, Schneider emphasizes, is a reflection of our interconnectedness as the body of Messiah.
The warning is clear: a solo walk with God, detached from the body, is not biblical Christianity. “If we’re not connected to other believers… we’re not really walking in the fullness of God’s calling on our life.”
Instead of remaining isolated, believers are encouraged to be proactive in building Christian relationships. “If you want friends, be friendly,” he says. Whether it’s joining a small group, initiating phone calls, or fostering regular spiritual discussions, engagement is key. “Maybe your church has small groups that you can get connected to… I want to encourage you strongly, get involved in a small group.”
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In a world where independence is often glorified, this teaching serves as a bold reminder that biblical faith is inherently communal. From the blood on the doorposts in Egypt to the bread and wine at the Lord’s table, redemption has always been a shared experience.
Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
