Why Do You Show Up

Why do you come to church? 

No, seriously. When was the last time you thought about it. Why do you get out of bed, get dressed up and go to church? Why don’t you just sleep in and then go have a nice brunch somewhere? 

What is it that makes you keep showing up? 

Is it the people? Is it the people you’ve known for years and you look forward to their fellowship? The handshakes, the smiles, the warm greetings? The fact people will miss you if you’re not there? 

Is it the worship? Is it the chance to hear the organ play or the choir sing? Does it keep you coming back? 

What about the ministries? Why do you show up and serve? There are other ways to serve the community. There are other ways you could spend your time. 

And why in the world do you come to church meetings? I know there are family meals that you are skipping to spend your evenings with us church people as we discuss finances and ministry programs...

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