Enrolled
or Involved? The Call to True Christian Fellowship
One of the greatest blessings God has given to His
people is the church. The church is not just a building we attend once a
week—it is the body of Christ where believers gather to worship, grow, and
encourage one another. Scripture reminds us of this truth: “And they devoted
themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of
bread and the prayers” (Acts 2:42). Fellowship and involvement are at the
very heart of the Christian life.
Yet, in many churches today, we see different kinds of
Christians:
- Sunday
Christians – seen only on Sundays, often late
to arrive and quick to leave.
- Sudden
Christians – who appear once in a while,
usually on festivals, acting as if they are active members.
- Surprising
Christians – whose presence shocks the church
because people almost forgot they were members.
- Sick
Christians – who show up when they are in need
of healing or special blessings.
- Shocking
Christians – who cause disturbances or
division, robbing the church of peace.
- Social
Christians – come mainly for fellowship meals,
potlucks, or social gatherings rather than worship.
But God does not call us to be any of these. Instead,
He calls us to be Sincere Christians, faithfully involved in the life of
the church. The writer of Hebrews reminds us: “Do not neglect to meet
together, as is the habit of some, but encourage one another” (Hebrews
10:25). True involvement is not about enrolment; it is about commitment.
Being involved in the church means more than sitting
in a pew. It is about building up one another (1 Thess. 5:11), bearing each
other’s burdens (Gal. 6:2), caring for one another (Rom. 12:10, 13), and
walking in the joy of fellowship (1 John 1:7). It is about being available to
God, to our pastor, and to our fellow believers—through prayers, Bible studies,
fasting, mission work, or simply lending a helping hand.
When we are sincerely involved, our lives are
transformed, and we become lights to the world around us (Matt. 5:16). The
church grows strong not by enrolment but by the faithful involvement of its
members.
So let us not settle for being “Sunday Christians” or
“Sudden Christians.” Let us be sincere, faithful disciples of Christ—actively
involved in His church for His glory.
God Bless
In His Service
Pr. Voola Sukeerthy
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