How Important is the Gathering of the Church?

The New Testament knows nothing of the Christian life lived in isolation. There are no "Lone Ranger" Christians. In fact, as you read the New Testament epistles, they were written primarily to churches and addressed areas of the Christan life in the context of the church. We need one another! We need one another to grow in the faith, to worship, to have accountability, and to fulfill the mission of God across the street and around the world.

That's why Hebrews 10:24-25 admonishes us to, "consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.

As you study the New Testament the answer to the question, "How important is the gathering of the church?" is clear. It is absolutely essential.