You Can't Love Christ and Ignore His Church
I’m fascinated by how many people think and act as if being actively committed to their church is a burden. One thing I’ve also noticed is that most people are savvy enough not to openly admit they’re uninterested in their church. In fact, many would say they’re committed. But here’s a simple test to evaluate whether you're genuinely committed to your local body—the church: How many times a month are you involved in services, events, or the general life of your church? Now, I understand that church attendance is not a requirement for salvation, but it is a barometer of your commitment to the things of Christ. Most civic or cultural organizations require consistent involvement—often multiple times a month—just to be considered a member. So why is it that many Christians treat church like an afterthought—something we do only if we have time left over? That mindset is completely upside-down from what Scripture teaches. Statistically, about 20% of the people in the church do 80...