No need for Christian fellowship?

And [Paul and Barnabas] spent a considerable time with the disciples. (Acts 14:28)

Paul and Barnabas were very strong Christians. Not only that, they were very active in the Lord’s work. And yet, it’s very clear they considered Christian fellowship as vital.

It would have been so easy for them to say, “Jesus and I are good. I don’t need other Christians.” Or, “I’m doing important work for God. I don’t have time for Christian fellowship.” 

But they didn’t do that. Rather, they spent considerable time with the Christians in their home church. 

Why? Probably one reason was that they could strengthen and encourage them. But another reason was probably so that they themselves could be refreshed. 

Right now, there are many of us who can’t meet in person at church. But do we put a priority on Christian fellowship?

We need each other. And even in this time of pandemic, we can still do things like sending email, doing video chats, or just do an old-fashioned phone call. 

Who can you touch today?