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Why Do We Go To Church!? by veeshine: 4:49am On May 19, 2019 |
People come to church and have no clue why. They sing few songs, listen to a sermon, and go back to their lives without any change. The problem is that they have no understanding as to why they are doing what they are doing. If the common church attender comes to “worship” on Sunday but does not know why, then we have a problem. Why, then, should you go to church? To be more theologically accurate, why should you gather with the church — since the church is not the building down the street, but the group of believers? SO WHY DO WE GATHER AS THE CHURCH? We “church” to glorify God. We gather around God. Romans 12:1 commands us to present our bodies as living sacrifices to God. This lifestyle propels communal witnessing (1 Peter 2:9), repenting (Acts 2:38), worshipping (Psalm 150; Ephesians 5:19) and teaching (Colossians 3:16). We gather because we are one body, drawn together by God to be a people of God who live for God. We testify to God’s greatness. We disciple others through life together. We serve, teach and encourage, not just one another, but the world at large. We do not ultimately come together for Sunday worship service to experience an emotional response that brings joy to us as consumers, though many Westerners gather for this very reason. Rather, we gather because God has united us. We gather because we live life together in being effective witnesses to our local communities. We gather because the diversity of the local church should mirror heaven to a dying, lost and sinful world. Christians are made to gather. By K. A Smith. source: https://vicktrendy..com/2019/05/why-do-we-go-to-church.html 1 Like 1 Share
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Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by hakeem4(m): 5:52am On May 19, 2019 |
There are alot of reasons associated with people going to church. But i believe most people attend church services for basically 3 reasons firstly, some go to church to speak to their god. This set of people believe that their god listens and answers prayers. secondly, people who attend church services due to external factors. This set of people go to church probably because their family members force them to church or they do not want their neighbours to think they're immoral, because there is this stereotype about non-believers "once you find someone who does not attend church they start judging. and finally people attend church like any other social gathering, prolly to look for a relationship partner, business partner, need counselling from the pastoral department or just to go and show off their latest properties. 28 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by chiommy123(f): 6:24am On May 19, 2019 |
We gather to worship God in spirit and in truth. God doesn't accept any kind of worship cos the Bible says that any one that comes to God must believe that he exist and that he is the rewarder of those that [b][/b]diligently seek him. God doesn't accept half, divided, worship. You give him your whole self. 4 Likes |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by TVSA: 7:45am On May 19, 2019 |
for connexion, especially to find babe. If you want to find correct girls, go to Harvesters or Daystar ![]() ![]() 6 Likes |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by hopefulLandlord: 7:46am On May 19, 2019 |
because most people are going to church......... 3 Likes |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by hopefulLandlord: 7:46am On May 19, 2019 |
hakeem4: You don talk am finish. mods should just close the thread already 12 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by CAPSLOCKED: 7:56am On May 19, 2019 |
hakeem4: SIMPLY PUT, MANY PEOPLE GO TO CHURCH BECAUSE OTHER PEOPLE ARE GOING. 11 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by sinaj(f): 7:59am On May 19, 2019 |
To learn more things that will help us build or improve our faith in Christ but unfortunately, most pastors have been preaching from their budget list instead of the bible ![]() 2 Likes |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Jaynom(m): 8:00am On May 19, 2019 |
John 4:21 Jesus said to her, Woman, believe Me, a time is coming when you will worship the Father neither [merely] in this mountain nor [merely] in Jerusalem. 23- A time will come, however, indeed it is already here, when the true (genuine) worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth (reality); for the Father is seeking just such people as these as His worshipers. You don't have to go to that building on Sunday. When 2 or 3 people are gathered in his name. He is there! . But "pastors, Bishops, prophets" etc need you to come to church so that they can easily manipulate you and collect your money. They don't really care about your well-being. You are only a MEANS TO AN END . They don't care about you. It is one BIG PYRAMID SCHEME . It's a SCAM! 2 Likes |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by dazzlingd(m): 8:00am On May 19, 2019 |
Because we were taught to do so.... If we don't go people will see us as devil children. I don tire for this kind people sef, someone should move to a country where nobody gives a fvk about religion and things are moving.. Here u must make noise, shout allahu wakbar or hallelujah, dance and shout in church all for nothing.. Yet we are the most backward 5 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by hahn(m): 8:00am On May 19, 2019 |
...to pay money to your pastor so he can buy a new private jet 4 Likes |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by MJBOLT: 8:03am On May 19, 2019 |
1.to see what other people are putting on 2.to show off 3.to charge phones 2 Likes |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by midashenry(m): 8:03am On May 19, 2019 |
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Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Jaynom(m): 8:03am On May 19, 2019 |
chiommy123:Hmmmn. 3 people can fellowship together. 3 people can worship in spirit and in Truth. 3 people can constitute a church/fellowship. That big building you go to every Sunday is really not necessary! Shalom! |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Jacqueline22(f): 8:03am On May 19, 2019 |
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Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Oluromantic: 8:05am On May 19, 2019 |
chiommy123:So how much of your self have u given him? |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Jaynom(m): 8:06am On May 19, 2019 |
Jacqueline22:(1)To go and show off so people can admire you and the things you have. (2) it is easier to manipulate people when they are present. So you have to program them to come to church. If the choir doesn't manipulate you, the message will. All the ginger most of these guys dey do na theatrics. Money must commot from ya pocket! ![]() |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Hoodbilonia: 8:07am On May 19, 2019 |
Exactly Most nigerians are hypocrites and have evil mind Why go to church for years But stil have Evil Mind. Always tell lies,cheat,curse unlimitedly....reproach must visit them all.u cant cheat nature. Go to pose inside agbada Or starched shirts.or useless curvy skirts with no pant or gstring sign dah ah ok dis one sef holy. Go to reedem on sundays,oyedepo and co. U go tire No hate but we love to show off over nothing esp on sundays. At times i just wonder wtf. Nigerians rate ppl bt the cars they drive. I'm like seriously. So if am driving a benz..i'm rich. Then a range rove. Super rich Hahahaha Fools 4 Likes |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Kreamie(m): 8:10am On May 19, 2019 |
The private jet, cars, personal generators won’t fuel themselves you know? 1 Like |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Jacqueline22(f): 8:10am On May 19, 2019 |
Jaynom: You are right 1 Like |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by femi4: 8:14am On May 19, 2019 |
Jaynom:But when last did you and two others gathered together ? To you, the assembly of three people is easy to come by. Your status as a Christian needs thorough review if you have issues with going to Church |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by paxonel(m): 8:14am On May 19, 2019 |
Yes ,gathering may be good, but it is not christianity. We dont need gathering to worship God, we worship him in spirit. That means you are worship just the way you are alive. Christianity is simply believing in christ and get saved, not gathering. |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Seetto: 8:17am On May 19, 2019 |
You go to church to be taught God's way, Don't commit fornication. Don't commit adultery. Don't tell lies Don't dress too romantic/ half nude to attract opposite sense Pray and ask for forgiveness. ![]() Dress decently and don't expose your body to men Do legitimate business. Avoid boy friend and girl friend things.. Preach this in your privately founded church and see how your church will run dry. 1 Like |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by Jaynom(m): 8:22am On May 19, 2019 |
femi4:I have no issues with going to church. You should know that a church is not the building you go to! John 4:21 Jesus said to her, Woman, believe Me, a time is coming when you will worship the Father neither [merely] in this mountain nor [merely] in Jerusalem 23 - A time will come, however, indeed it is already here, when the true (genuine) worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth (reality); for the Father is seeking just such people as these as His worshipers. |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by paxonel(m): 8:23am On May 19, 2019 |
TVSA:omo daystar correct o ![]() |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by ednut1(m): 8:26am On May 19, 2019 |
To mark register 1 Like |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by SUNDICOS(m): 8:44am On May 19, 2019 |
hakeem4:you're just correct, no objections 1 Like 1 Share |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by femi4: 9:04am On May 19, 2019 |
Jaynom:heb 10:24-25 24And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, 25 not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching. |
Re: Why Do We Go To Church!? by jaxxy(m): 9:06am On May 19, 2019 |
To hear the word of God. Not pastor or anybody |
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