Biblical back up for church attendance????
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Hebrews 10:24, 25 "And let us consider one another to incite to love and fine works, not forsaking the gathering of ourselves together, as some have the custom, but encouraging one another, and all the more so as YOU behold the day drawing near"\n\nOn various occasions, large crowds assembled before Jesus Christ, realizing many benefits, as in the case of the Sermon on the Mount. (Mt 5:1–7:29) While these were not like specially arranged assemblies, at times they lasted long enough to make necessary the feeding of the congregated multitudes, a circumstance that Jesus met with the miraculous multiplication of food. (Mt 14:14-21; 15:29-38) Often Christ gathered his disciples and gave them spiritual instruction, and after his death his followers met together, as on the day of Pentecost 33 C.E., when the holy spirit was bestowed upon such assembled ones.—Ac 2:1-4.\n\nIt was the custom of early Christians to meet together, generally in small groups. However, sometimes at their gatherings “quite a crowd” would assemble. (Ac 11:26) Jesus’ half brother James found it appropriate to give spiritual Israelites counsel against showing favoritism toward the rich at a public gathering (Gr., sy·na·go·ge´) of the congregation.—Jas 2:1-9.\n\nImportance of Assembling. The importance of taking full advantage of Jehovah’s provisions for assembling to gain spiritual benefits is emphasized in connection with the annual Passover observance. Any male who was clean and was not on a journey but who neglected to keep the Passover was to be cut off in death. (Nu 9:9-14) When King Hezekiah called inhabitants of Judah and Israel to Jerusalem for a Passover celebration, his message was, in part: “You sons of Israel, return to Jehovah . . . do not stiffen your neck as your forefathers did. Give place to Jehovah and come to his sanctuary that he has sanctified to time indefinite and serve Jehovah your God, that his burning anger may turn back from you. . . . Jehovah your God is gracious and merciful, and he will not turn away the face from you if you return to him.” (2Ch 30:6-9) Willful failure to attend would certainly have indicated a forsaking of God. And, while such festivals as the Passover are not observed by Christians, Paul fittingly urged them not to abandon regular assemblies of God’s people, stating: “Let us consider one another to incite to love and fine works, not forsaking the gathering of ourselves together, as some have the custom, but encouraging one another, and all the more so as you behold the day drawing near.”—Heb 10:24, 25\n\nThe Bible lays down principles of upbuilding associations (1Co 15:33; Heb 10:24, 25; Pr 5:3-11; 13:20)\n\nGatherings for the worship of God and a consideration of his law were important in the congregation of Israel. (De 31:12; Ne 8:1-8) Similarly, meetings for the worship of Jehovah and a study of the Scriptures are an essential feature of the Christian congregation of God, the writer to the Hebrews admonishing the recipients of his letter not to be forsaking such gathering of themselves together. (Heb 10:24, 25) Activities in the synagogues of later Jewish history included the reading and teaching of the Scriptures, the offering of prayers, and the giving of praise to God. Such features were carried over into places of Christian assembly, though without the ritualistic accretions that had eventually developed in synagogue services. In the synagogue no sacerdotal class was set apart, sharing in Scripture reading and exposition being open to any devout male Jew. Comparably, no clergy-laity or similar division existed within the early Christian congregation. Of course, neither therein nor in the synagogue did the women teach or exercise authority over the men.—1Ti 2:11, 12.\n\nJesus’ disciples followed his footsteps in Christian educational work . They not only preached the good news of God’s Kingdom everywhere but also taught those who would listen. (Ac 2:42) They, like
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If the Church has an income from books, tapes and so forth yes.\n\nBut if the Church is being supported by those that attend through offerings then I would have to say NO.
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That's great! Is it just one day a month? If so, will it be an all day fellowship?  I guess my idea is just find out what they relate to and talk about that. Also if your a Christian, then witness to them.
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I haven't gone to church for about 8 yrs.\nI stopped going and I am not planning on going back.\nBut, me and that spirit in the sky are on good terms... we have an understanding. \nlol\n:)
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Anybody going to Church tonight? \n\nCounting down the hours!
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Contact the Kingdom Hall in Oakdale - maybe they\nknow more!
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I went to TSC for 12 years but that does not ring a bell, try the link below to contact the tape ministry... many of his sermons are onlined now too.
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Why don't you ask the Fellowship of Inner-city Word of Faith Ministries? They would probably have the most up to date imformation, seeing as they are running it, and would probably be happy to give you that information, seeing as yo uare a member.
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a lot of churches will baptize children, the church of Christ insist on it.\nif your current church puts you down, then change churches.\nlife is too short.
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https://www.lifeway.com/vbs2006/yourVBS/church_vbs_info.aspx?id=3016\n\nhope this helps\nwill u give me 10 pts please............
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Take it up as an issue with your church's organisation, instead of bleating about it on Yahoo! Answers. It is unreasonable of you to expect Yahoo! users to help you, because you haven't even bothered to indicate the denomination of your church.
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try visiting a church
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Jesus slapped the taste out of the Pharisees mouths by his words.  I imagine he would do the same to those judgemental people at that church.  You made a mistake, you have accepted the outcome, you realize and admit that you did wrong, now can't they just put it aside and help you raise your child?  Apparantly not.  You are very right for leaving that church.  The Bible never said we must go to church to have a relationship with God.  It does talk about not forsaking the gathering together of believers though.  Talk to other people who believe in God (not only Christians)...as iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens the countenance of their friend.  God bless you and your daughter.  Thank you for bringing her into the world.  =)  I'm sure God would be pleased.
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Check with any mainline church.  They all set up funds to help the evacuees.
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This is the season for church bazaars.  So I would recommend going to a church and picking up a bulletin (usually found on a table in the front entrance of a church).  Which usually lists any upcoming functions for that church and any local ones.\n\nYou can also try calling the offices.  And asking your neighbors.
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Well, I am a southern baptist. I know that there are many different thoughts on this subject. Let me tell you what I believe. I believe that if you go to church and think of it as a chore then you may not be getting the benefits of attending services. The whole purpose of worship service is to fellowship with other believers. If you go there with an open mind and open heart then you should find a connection with God. It is a good way to help you feel lifted up and know that you are not alone in your beliefs. Sometimes it may seem like a chore, but I can speak from my experience that when you don't go for a period of time you may find yourself wavering in your belief. To me it is a help and a blessing when I attend.
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Call the local church and see if they can offer any assitance