Sunday School

Isn't that a weird phrase? I always get the image of people who don't know what Sunday is and have to be taught all about it. The test always has the same question on it: What day comes after Saturday and before Monday?

I was actually in Sunday school today (but not to learn what Sunday is). It was my first day with the college ministry. There was an interesting (well, sort of interesting) discussion about why people choose to either show up or not show up each week. For example, if I choose to go to a ball game or the races or just sleep in does that mean that I'm disrespecting God or church or community or something. I guess it comes down to attitude; these kinds of questions usually do. Am I blowing off church because I figure whatever I'm going to do is more important; or because I just selfishly prefer doing what I want to do? Maybe I'm very faithful and really struggle with the decision but ultimately decide to skip church this time because what I'm doing is important also, or just an unusual opportunity.

I don't know the answer for sure. I really do think it's about attitude. Someone pointed out that Jesus made it a point that the day of meeting in and of itself is not the important thing. It's about communing with God and contributing to the welfare of other believers. If I also come to church on a different day or night, plus have a Bible study that I go to does that make Sunday less important? Can't I be a Christian even if I don't go to church at all? The fact is, Sunday is not sacred, and you don't have to be in church to be saved. But there are tons of biblical reasons to be with other believers. Sunday is the day when we have traditionally gathered. I like going and I also think I contribute to others when I'm there--in addition to what I get out of it. It also gives me a chance to serve; another thing I am commanded to do.

If you go because you think you have to and there's no joy or sense of worship and gratitude toward God--stay home.

Attitude is everything.

Pray for peace.
Mike