A community encounter redefines a person’s primary group identity through genuine relationships. Entrance into a new community transforms one’s spiritual status. Conversion means granting loyalty and allegiance to a new group—God and his people. Through a community encounter, unbelievers come to redefine their court of reputation (i.e., who decides which people are honorable) and honor code (i.e., what is truly honorable and shameful) in light of God’s honor.
A community encounter of faith.
