Hebrews 10:23-25 KJV

Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that promised;)  And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:  Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

Going to church is a phrase commonly used to describe assembling with those who share the same faith to worship God in various biblically approved ways, study His Word together and engage in healthy fellowship with each other.

We can view examples of this action in the book of Acts as well as in Hebrews where Paul tells them not to forsake the assembly.

But let’s be real. Do we really need to dig that deep for an explanation why one ought to attend worship services? Should it not simply make sense?

Let’s look at it from a secular standpoint. From Mary Kay to Weight Watchers it is found to be beneficial to meet. What do they do when they meet? They cheer each other on. They tell of their success with the program. They learn more valuable information. They motivate each other to work harder. Successful people within these programs know the importance of meeting and absolutely cannot wait til the next one!

If one values meeting for the monetary success or weight loss, then how much more shall we value meeting with the saints for the sake of our spiritual success?? Should be a no-brainer right?

But some say they don’t like organized religion. God, who is not an author of confusion, seems to have a thing for organized religion and structure. He definitely showed that in the old testament as well highlighting the structure within the new testament church with regards to elders and deacons. Furthermore, I’ll bet you’d have a problem if other things in your life were not organized. Your workplace, your favorite sports team — you’d like some level of organization rather than chaos. Would you like to eat at an unorganized restaurant or go to an unorganized concert, or even attend an unorganized college?

In what sense are you okay with chaos?

If chaos does not suit your fancy in these trivial facets of life, how then does it suit you in things that are of spiritual and eternal value?

Let’s truly examine why one would decide to forsake the assembly. Is it not typically for worldly or selfish reasons? I know there are exceptions. And by no means attend just any church gathering for the sake of going.

But desire to worship our Lord and to learn of Him. Desire to join others who share this same wonderful desire.

In the end, it truly is to your benefit to engage in this service to a wonderful God, who really deserves more than a few hours on Sunday.

Blessings in your Christian walk.

Enjoy this gem from Isaac Carree