My beautiful Tewahedo Orthodox girl, going to Church is both biblical and historically established by the first followers of Jesus Christ. They gathered weekly, and often daily, to worship God together. Paul and the other apostles sent letters to churches in various cities to be read aloud to the congregations. Going to Church means coming together with other believers to worship Jesus Christ, encourage one another in the faith, and hear the Scriptures. This is why attending Church is so important in our lives.
The following are the three common types of Churchgoers:
Full-Time:
These are devoted people who truly love God. They are on fire for Him and cannot be easily shaken. They carry a joy and peace that allows them to smile even during difficult times. They read their Bible daily and apply it to their lives. They attend church regularly, sometimes even beyond normal service times. Only serious circumstances can keep them from worship. They never make excuses and put God first in everything they do. They seek God in both good and difficult times, pray about everything, and maintain an intimate, personal relationship with Him. They cannot be deterred from their godly walk. They are not people-pleasers and will speak truth even if it goes against what others want to hear. Nothing and no one can come between them and God. Their light shines brightly wherever they go, leaving people inspired. The devil hates these faithful servants.
Part-Time:
These people think they love God, but their devotion is weak. They are lukewarm and easily distracted by worldly things. They attend church inconsistently, often based on convenience or mood, and may spend Sunday mornings in bed. They seek God only when trouble comes or when they need something they cannot obtain on their own. They are “users” of God, praying when they need help but forgetting Him when life goes well. Their Bible often collects dust. They frequently make excuses for skipping church and may act hypocritically. The devil likes these people!
Temporary:
These people attend church only on special occasions such as Christmas, Easter, baptisms, or weddings. I call them Temporary Christians. They prioritize their comfort and serve themselves, often neglecting any real relationship with God. They acknowledge God exists but doubt His power and try to control everything in their lives. Outwardly, they may appear happy and successful, but their spiritual life is cold and empty. They try to fill that emptiness with worldly pleasures, which offer only temporary satisfaction. They rarely consider how much they truly need our Lord and Savior. The devil loved and delights in these people!
Selam Seyoum