With Whom Do You Congregate?

We men find it difficult to gather or congregate with other Christian men. That’s a fact. I discovered that in my life years back but not today. Now I enjoy the time of fellowship with other “brothers in Christ” and chatting about God and His goodness, etc. Even praying together and discussing the Word together is something I enjoy. Many men, though Christians, make up some excuses; “My calendar is too full” or “I just don’t have the time to fit that into my busy schedule” or pride kicks in … “I’m ok. I’m doing great and there are no problems.” And so our excuses go on. Men! It’s time to change and make some time and space for God and what He is planning for your lives. Without Him we’re all lost, filled with the worldly agendas, and back to sin. Yes, I’m speaking to you my born again brother, you the man of God, the Christian.

If we are truly followers of our Lord Jesus Christ, we should congregate or gather. As in Hebrews 10:25, “… not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some.” That’s right! Some do gather together, but not all men of God. Matthew 18:20 reminds us of something, and it says the following [shortened]; “For where two or three are gathered … there am I among them.” That’s right brothers. God says that He will be among us during that time of fellowship, congregating and worshipping Him together. God loves to see us joined together and enjoying His presence more than anything else. You must seek Him at all times, and His kingdom. That’s what He wants. And what does He promise us? He will add to us blessings, prosperity, and much more. Our spiritual lives will be bonded with Him and our spirits with the Holy Spirit.

Why is community so important for men? There are a few reasons. Two or three together are better than one. We help each other, support each other when someone falls. We are stronger, less vulnerable, when we congregate. Ecclesiastes 4:10 says the following; “For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up.” God warns us here. Being alone can be detrimental to our health. We can backslide and sin once again. We can fall away from our relationship with God and get hurt. This will affect our eternal destination. Jesus must remain the central focus of our lives. Together with others we can receive encouragement, assistance, prayer, and whatever it takes to keep us moving forward in this wonderful faith we live by, through the grace of God who saved us.

When we congregate together as men, God’s work is done. We confess our wrongs amongst each other, sins are repented, and love and compassion are expressed. And so the list goes on. Can you see it? Why God enjoys times of fellowship? God knows our weaknesses and He has a plan to help us remain strong and courageous. We must stand together. The Holy Spirit moves amongst us, flowing from one to the other, and this is what we need often. I don’t say that we should gather daily, but maybe weekly, bi-weekly, etc. Maybe we should organize a get together once a month with a “speaker” and a topic of discussion. Let’s stand together and help each other when we fall. Go out and “grab” some guys, or even one guy, and fellowship together in the presence of God. Start this week or the next, and become men of God who stand strong and are truly filled with the Holy Spirit. Just do it and see the results in the future. God bless you all. Amen!