Christian Fellowship

   “After this the Lord appointed seventy others, and sent them on ahead of him, two by two, into every town and place where he himself was about to come.” (Luke 10: 1)

   Jesus sent His disciples out two by two.  In many cases they were most likely rejected in their mission.  Having another to share the disappointment provided strength to continue.  When success came they were able to share in the joy.

   Christian fellowship is an important part of a faith-filled life.  Just as in Jesus’ day our faith comes under attack from those who serve the evil one.  The support of other Christians helps us to maintain our faith even when we are rejected, ridiculed and even persecuted.  We have a family of God’s children to help see us through the hard times.

   I’ve heard people say they don’t need church.  They say they can worship God anywhere and organized religion isn’t needed.  Certainly God can be given praise and worship at any time in any place.  However the community of God, made up by His children worshiping together is the example given in scripture and in Jesus’ life.  We are weak; we need the support of others in our faith life.

   The love and support of the family of God coming together to worship is a tremendous blessing.  Solitude is a wonderful thing, but we all need Christian fellowship.

   “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them.  (Matt 18: 20)

Lord I thank you for Christian fellowship.

It is a source of strength in times of trouble.

It is a source of joy in times of happiness.

It is a precious blessing from You.

Amen