Lack of enthusiasm for attending church is no new thing.
Back in 1927, Scottish preacher J.P. Struthers published a book entitled, ‘More Echoes From The Morning Watch.' A special feature of this book was the inclusion of ‘12 Reasons For Not Going To Church.' A little picture illustrated each excuse.
The excuses he lists are instantly recognisable today.
In this message, 'Why Go To Church?' three major Scriptural reasons are given why we should be faithful in our attendance at the Lord's House:
It is a matter of:
1. INSTRUCTION ... It is Essential, for God has commanded it;
2. ILLUMINATION ... It is Edifying, as we gather to Worship the Lord through hearing His Word;
3. IMITATION ... It is Exemplary, since by going to church we are following the Example of Christ - and giving an Example to Others.
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Great Sermon! Yes a timely and good message!
The only point to raise is that if you live in a town full of Liberal Churches, then should you give up and attend them??
This is a wide problem today for serious reformed and evangelical Christians, in many towns!!
Ian Brown succeeded Dr Ian Paisley as minister of Martyrs Memorial in August 2013. Prior to this he pastored the Free Presbyterian congregation in Northern Ireland’s Maiden City, Londonderry, from 1987 to 2013. He is the author of several books, notably: “Belfast Boat – Titanic,...