What do you think of when I mention church? Do feel a sense of obligation, or a duty? Was it more convenient for you and your family to sit on the couch in your pajamas and watch live streamed worship services during the pandemic? Do you find it easy to get out of the habit of going to church?
Some feel the need to be entertained at church through upbeat and catchy music, or perhaps a “relevant” sermon series on how to be a better parent or how to have a great marriage. But church is not for your entertainment. Church is not even primarily for evangelism. Church is a time for believers to gather together to worship a holy God.
“Oh, What High and Holy Privilege” is a new hymn written by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Bryan Fowler, Matt Boswell, and Matt Papa. Matt Boswell, Matt Papa and Kristyn Getty sing the song, which is based on Hebrews 10:24-25:
And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. Continue reading →