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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by achorladey: 10:58am On Mar 20, 2022
Davenks:
It’s a command.

Hebrews 10:25 “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.”

A command inside the Christian law grin grin grin
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Newusername(m): 11:02am On Mar 20, 2022
MadamVanessa:
Goodmorning Christian brethrens and to all nairalanders.

In today's society, I noticed that people seem to see those that do not go to church regularly as not being serious with their heavenly race and salvation of soul and this makes it look like one salvation of soul is tied down to going to church regularly.

I am one of such person that do not like going to church at all, but I believe so much in God and I know I am not the only one in this. This problem is faced by so many people in the world.

So is there anything wrong in one not going to church regularly but believe in God within himself or herself and try his or her best in doing the things that pleases God.

Omo same thing here, I don't fancy going to church but my personal relationship with God that I will never take for granted. When it's time for my quiet time I do that but people especially church goers go think say na me
do bad pass if I no go church. Na God see our mind.

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by gentlegenius(m): 11:02am On Mar 20, 2022
chigoziri2403:
I don't attend church, I really want to,
But I don't have the zeal to attend Church anymore,
They have turned Christianity into a Charade
Even at my workplace,they see me as queer
But when there is an argument pertaining to the Bible and gospel of Christ,I break it down for them, even the most religious church goers amongst them are confused about how someone who doesn't attend church is enlightened...



As a Christian, the Bible has everything you need to succeed
People don't just read, especially Africans
Absolutely on point!
God bless you.
It seem me and you had a lot in common.

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Pchizy: 11:07am On Mar 20, 2022
Major percentage of answers here will say, nothing wrong with it. Or that's how I live.

Please, let's not be deceived or misunderstood the purpose of the gathering of brethren (which we tag 'Church')

I was still marvelled at how God helped me this morning through inspired contributions from others in the 'Church'.

Let me make this short.

The building we call Church can't save you. Rather, Jesus came to save the Church (which is supposed to be our life).

So, if anyone truly accept Jesus Christ as his/her Lord and personal Saviour, the person becomes temple of God.

But there's what it takes to maintain that temple. One is Holiness.

How do you learn about this Holiness? How do you grow in the knowledge of God?

So, you need to hear God for yourself and even through others.

Church (as we do call it) suppose to be a place to fellowship with God.

In such presence, we study the Word, we meditate on the word, we pray.

In as much as you can worship even at home.
Telling yourself the truth, do you really do that?

Truly, devote your personal time to commune with God via Studying of the Word, meditating on it, praying etc.

Your faith in Christ will keep increasing the more you start hearing Him through the Word etc.
God can as well choose to speak to you through another person, hence the need for gathering.

Seek God of the Church, don't seek and blame the doctrine, the workers in the Church etc

Once your gaze is on Christ. Go to Church, there's a lot prepared for you, if you approach with a sincere heart.

(don't omit the basics of Christianity if they're in your Church. People run away from central things that would have helped them. Attend Bible study, follow up studies, life changing programs etc if available in your Church).

Also, NOT every building is actually housing the supposed Church of God. Some are for extortion. Perhaps, due to the person or committee in Charge.

Ask God to lead you to the right place. May be to another place, or branch or even gathering of few. Provided God is there and they have Christ as their focus.

Even if you run and stay at home, the terrible wind of the time will still caught up with you anywhere. (Value this)

How you know them starts with your personal life first.

If I ask you now, are you born again? That may sound ambiguous, but sincerely, that's the beginning of our journey to starting to understand the value accrued to gathering and fellowshipping together (with the right mind).

Grace to us all
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by achorladey: 11:07am On Mar 20, 2022
chigoziri2403:
I don't attend church, I really want to,
But I don't have the zeal to attend Church anymore,
They have turned Christianity into a Charade
Even at my workplace,they see me as queer
But when there is an argument pertaining to the Bible and gospel of Christ,I break it down for them, even the most religious church goers amongst them are confused about how someone who doesn't attend church is enlightened...

As a Christian, the Bible has everything you need to succeed
People don't just read, especially Africans

Baba allow them oooo grin grin


For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear.

Paul said in Hebrews 10: 24,25....

Gather to incite one another to fine works

The same Paul
2 Timothy 4:3 gather around in order to have their eyes tickled grin grin grin

They will learn last last.

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Omzz: 11:08am On Mar 20, 2022
Hebrews 10:25
not forsaking the assembling together of ourselves as is the custom with some, but encouraging one another, and so much more as you see the Day drawing near.
....... I believe if you're a Christian, be a complete Christian, don't be half in or out... There is no room for that
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Kyase(m): 11:09am On Mar 20, 2022
dingbang:
shush . Shush there..

OK sir
Sorry boss
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by otosa(m): 11:11am On Mar 20, 2022
Teaser4:
I no dey go church….the last time I entered church nah 2015
I thought it was only me. The last time I went to church was 2012. Religion in Nigeria is a scam.

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by achorladey: 11:11am On Mar 20, 2022
Omzz:
Hebrews 10:25
not forsaking the assembling together of ourselves as is the custom with some, but encouraging one another, and so much more as you see the Day drawing near.
....... I believe if you're a Christian, be a complete Christian, don't be half in or out... There is no room for that

How do you measure half in half out Christian?
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by calculator123(m): 11:12am On Mar 20, 2022
Davenks:
It’s a command.

Hebrews 10:25 “Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.”

What if I attend online services? Have I forsaken the gathering?
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by delpee(f): 11:12am On Mar 20, 2022
chigoziri2403:

As a Christian, the Bible has everything you need to succeed
People don't just read, especially Africans

You're absolutely right on this. Most people never bother to read and understand the Bible. It's the reason why fake Pastors thrive. They interprete the Bible to suit their evil purposes and end up misleading and losing the faithful.

The Bible says we should seek knowledge and understanding. We should pray for wisdom and the spirit of discernment so we're not misguided. The Holy Book does contain everything we need to know about God and how to navigate life for glorious living.

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Abohlove: 11:14am On Mar 20, 2022
KNOWMORE56:



Well. The way I have always understood this matter is:
The church services or church attendance is like a school attendance.....

I mean, in religion it's called church. In accedemy it's called school....

Now, if you should use the same question for your accedemy, what will be your answer...

What I'm saying is if your child ask you
" Mummy, is there anything wrong if I don't attend classes in the school? I'm doing my studying in the house...

*. Hebrews 10:25 " KJV: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching."

*. Leviticus 8:4 " KJV:And Moses did as the Lord commanded him; and the assembly was gathered together unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation"

Our God commands that His children be gathered before Him from time to time!





Fore sure....faiths come by hearing

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by delpee(f): 11:14am On Mar 20, 2022
otosa:
I thought it was only me. The last time I went to church was 2012. Religion in Nigeria is a scam.

Worship God in spirit and in truth. It's those who worship their Pastors that end up bring scammed.
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by gentlegenius(m): 11:15am On Mar 20, 2022
Kyase:
Faith cometh from hearing...........
Romans 10:17
..... And hearing only the word of God.
You can stop going to church so that you won't be deceived by pastors who focus more on human doctrine than the word of God.
Pls read your bible... I repeat: READ YOUR BIBLE, because it contains everything you need to succeed on earth and still enter heaven.
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by AFONJAPIG(m): 11:16am On Mar 20, 2022
I don't go to church but I believe in my creator
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Tamakay(m): 11:18am On Mar 20, 2022
Pls note, I am ur brother on this matter. There's absolutely nothing wrong. Infact, some churches corrupts you and mislead one on this personal heavenly race. As long as you know God in ur own way shikena. As I am typing, I am lying down on my bed reading Bible

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Kyase(m): 11:19am On Mar 20, 2022
gentlegenius:

..... And hearing only the word of God.
You can stop going to church so that you won't be deceived by pastors who focus more on human doctrine than the word of God.
Pls read your bible... I repeat: READ YOUR BIBLE, because it contains everything you need to succeed on earth and still enter heaven.
The church(most) don't preach the word of God anymore.

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Ronjule: 11:22am On Mar 20, 2022
God bless you richly
KNOWMORE56:



Well. The way I have always understood this matter is:
The church services or church attendance is like a school attendance.....

I mean, in religion it's called church. In accedemy it's called school....

Now, if you should use the same question for your accedemy, what will be your answer...

What I'm saying is if your child ask you
" Mummy, is there anything wrong if I don't attend classes in the school? I'm doing my studying in the house...

*. Hebrews 10:25 " KJV: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching."

*. Leviticus 8:4 " KJV:And Moses did as the Lord commanded him; and the assembly was gathered together unto the door of the tabernacle of the congregation"

Our God commands that His children be gathered before Him from time to time!

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Princepioneer(m): 11:23am On Mar 20, 2022
chigoziri2403:
I don't attend church, I really want to,
But I don't have the zeal to attend Church anymore,
They have turned Christianity into a Charade
Even at my workplace,they see me as queer
But when there is an argument pertaining to the Bible and gospel of Christ,I break it down for them, even the most religious church goers amongst them are confused about how someone who doesn't attend church is enlightened...



As a Christian, the Bible has everything you need to succeed
People don't just read, especially Africans
. So so me ...!!! But at times, I just feel the desire to attend church.. which of them do I attend sef?? Church these days just be like business centres... 1st, 2nd and 3rd offerings, pastor's welfare offering�, building offering,�‍♀️ band buying offering,� Generator maintenance offering� etc all on same Sunday... Na wa ooo.. !!! some of these things discourages people from attending church...
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Kingpele(m): 11:26am On Mar 20, 2022
There is no real child of God that won't love to be in the presence of God physically amongst the brethren, the praise and worship will lift up your soul,the word of God will encourage you more to continue in christ, Satan has so many ways of deceiving humanity in such a way that seems harmless but there in is destruction and self righteousness and pride .. self righteousness is doing something u feel right when it's contradict the holy scriptures, it was boldly written do not abstain from the gathering of brethren as some do ,it is unscriptural to any child of God to abstain from Sunday services unless due to circumstances beyond his control,is like saying can I graduate without attending lectures in the class like other people

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Ronjule: 11:28am On Mar 20, 2022
In all sincerity, we know ourselves more than any other person. If you stay away from fellowshipping with other brethren for sometime, it has a way of affecting our spiritual vibrancy.
Iron they say sharpens other iron.
Fellowship with other brethren is more beneficial, if only we are truthful and sincere with ourselves.
God bless you.
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by MaxInDHouse(m): 11:28am On Mar 20, 2022
achorladey:

The race for salvation na person dey help you run am it is a race you run personally? grin grin grin
Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling.


Where believers are gathered that's where Jesus promised to come right into their midst to lead them to salvation.
Though each person must run his race with zeal but there is no isolation in this race that's why Jesus told the man who have observed all that's in the law that he must join Jesus' group otherwise it will be impossible! Luke 18:18-23 smiley

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Dest8sman: 11:29am On Mar 20, 2022
Churches today are dominated by leaders who were not called by God, but by their stomachs.

I don't go to church myself, but thoroughly believe in God

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Davenks: 11:30am On Mar 20, 2022
calculator123:


What if I attend online services? Have I forsaken the gathering?

No, you have not. That could be an exception if the church is miles away from where you live. But if your church is not far from home, then you should attend. It’s always a blessing to be around other Christians. Everything the Lord commands us to do is for our own good, not Him.

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Nobody: 11:32am On Mar 20, 2022
Hebrews 10:25
[25]Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.

If the church you are attending is too dry like desert, no presence of God, just change church instead of staying at home, there is an energy we generate through corporate prayer and worship, only you cannot generate or reach such energy level on your own. A carnal mind won't understand this.
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Tae2x(m): 11:32am On Mar 20, 2022
ABIODUN105:
Remember the sabbath day and keep it holy
Who told you the Shabbat is on Sunday?
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by 24brains(m): 11:32am On Mar 20, 2022
Totilopussylick:
I am one of such person that do not like going to church regularly, but I believe so much in God and I know I am not the only one in this, this problem is faced by so many people around the world.

Your not alone in this my dear.

I myself can't remember when last i near church.

I live in Germany like this but to be honest with you, you hardly see people going to church on Sunday morning.

If not because of calendar, I barely knows what the day is here in Europe.

Is only in Africa people carry church matter for head.
people dey talk, this one sef dey talk. Fear go first let you go church with mouth wey you take dey lick toto and pussy? Righteousness2 over to you.
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by ogahope(m): 11:33am On Mar 20, 2022
MadamVanessa:
Goodmorning Christian brethrens and to all nairalanders.

In today's society, I noticed that people seem to see those that do not go to church regularly as not being serious with their heavenly race and salvation of soul and this makes it look like one salvation of soul is tied down to going to church regularly.
Self righteousness is a sin and it's written don't forsake the assembly of the righteous. Heb. 10:25

I am one of such person that do not like going to church at all, but I believe so much in God and I know I am not the only one in this. This problem is faced by so many people in the world.

So is there anything wrong in one not going to church regularly but believe in God within himself or herself and try his or her best in doing the things that pleases God.
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by Successfulben: 11:33am On Mar 20, 2022
Useless question. Cheap attention seeker. The same you that said that you are a WHITE WITCH.
MadamVanessa:
Goodmorning Christian brethrens and to all nairalanders.

In today's society, I noticed that people seem to see those that do not go to church regularly as not being serious with their heavenly race and salvation of soul and this makes it look like one salvation of soul is tied down to going to church regularly.

I am one of such person that do not like going to church at all, but I believe so much in God and I know I am not the only one in this. This problem is faced by so many people in the world.

So is there anything wrong in one not going to church regularly but believe in God within himself or herself and try his or her best in doing the things that pleases God.
Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by HRprof: 11:33am On Mar 20, 2022
You can be spiritual but not religious
If you want to socialize then go to church but having a relationship with your God is personal it has nothing to do with church because church is just a place for gathering of the brethren and is not a characteristic for heavenly selection candidates

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Re: Is There Anything Wrong In One Not Going To Church But Believes So Much In God? by TenQ: 11:35am On Mar 20, 2022
MadamVanessa:
Goodmorning Christian brethrens and to all nairalanders.

In today's society, I noticed that people seem to see those that do not go to church regularly as not being serious with their heavenly race and salvation of soul and this makes it look like one salvation of soul is tied down to going to church regularly.

I am one of such person that do not like going to church at all, but I believe so much in God and I know I am not the only one in this. This problem is faced by so many people in the world.

So is there anything wrong in one not going to church regularly but believe in God within himself or herself and try his or her best in doing the things that pleases God.

Heb 10:25:
"Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as you see the day approaching."

How else can we explain away this scripture?

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