Of course, church attendance and frequency of receiving communion does not make one a "superior Christian" but it has always been the case that those who do not practice their faith, pray daily, attend worship....eventually pay a price in that the weeds of neglect may grow to overtake their Christian witness. In our spiritual life, we need the contact and nourishment that is provided under the hearing of God's word, in receiving the Lord's supper, singing the hymns with our brothers and sisters in Christ, and.....as we are present in these circumstances the Holy Spirit frequently lifts us up, gives us unspeakable joy, and we are encouraged in our walk. There are ONLY benefits to regular attendance, and nothing beneficial about just staying home, playing golf, or avoiding time spent in worship of the God we claim to love, and who gives us grace daily. Jesus paid for our souls and redeemed us....and if we really appreciate this close and enduring relationship....we will not hesitate to make church on Sunday a top priority.
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