There are times when a scholar should go into depth on a matter of theology or an explanation of historical context when a passage refers to obscure circumstances from the past, but it does often seem like a pastor or priest is filling time for the sake of tradition and congregational expectations much if the time. Fellowship has been a big part of some churches I have attended, but not all of them.
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Hi!
What I hope might be the takeaway from my "sermonette" here is not that preaching is unimportant, but rather that (IMNSHO) the modern church has overemphasized preaching and does not offer enough encouragement for one-on-one interaction among members. ;)
So, the 5-second version: "Brethren, spend more time fellowshipping."
Right on. Christianity isn't about passive listening, it's about relationships with God and with others.
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Thanks for weighing in! :)