Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.  Hebrews 10:23-25 

Something special happens when individuals gather together to hear the life-changing truths of the Bible. During this incredible time of intimate activity, God disseminates his truth in a way that shapes and strengthens the body. The leader of the church acts as God’s mouthpiece because they have been chosen by God to proclaim his message to the masses. 

The church is not a place where you forfeit your individualism. Instead, God’s House is a place where your unique design is displayed while working in harmony with many other uniquely designed believers to accomplish one common goal. We are the individual parts of the body that create a wholeness that is impossible to achieve when we are apart from each other.  When you choose to travel the road of your spiritual journey alone, you are missing out on being a part of the best thing in the world—the local church. God uses corporate worship to reach us in unique, awe-inspiring ways that we cannot experience in any other place. So, take some time to examine your commitment to the church, and encourage yourself and others to be more involved. 

Lord, I know that getting involved in the local church is the best thing that I could ever do to enhance my relationship with you. Help me to keep a stronger commitment to the church and encourage others to get involved so that we can experience you in a unique way. In Jesus’ name, Amen.