Are we not gathered here as Christians? But of coarse I do agree with you that we should not forsake the assembling (Church - Congregation) of ourselves. What church do you think I should attened? You know, I can't become a member of some churches because I don't support the trinity doctrine. And I also would prefer attending on Saturday. I also believe in keeping the commandments. Im also against any church thats involved with secret society.
I don't think everyone has to be a "member" at a church - membership is fine, but I don't consider it necessary. It's not mentioned in scripture.
I can't "recommend" churches for people since each one has individual pastors that preach w/ different styles and focuses - and I don't know what denom. you would prefer.... or who has Saturday services or what's available in your area?
I liken it to a priority - if it's a high priority, we'll go out & get ourselves involved. People usually find a high priority to find themselves a good Dr., Dentist or manicurist... is church equally important? Many would say no it's not.
My issue is on the NT examples we're given and how many are adamant against going to church. It's not about how many times we go, it's the SPIRIT we hold towards it and why people refuse to darken the door of any churches; as if God somehow changed the Bible & warned us not to go to churches bcuz they're "organized and corrupt"... etc. ad nauseum.
People always find excuses to criticize & attack church attending - that's where I take issue, we shouldn't hold disdain for God's house/
or the STRUCTURE He implimented for us to grow in.
There's lots of corrupt and incompetent doctors, lawyers, dentists, psychologists, pharmacists, politicans, etc. but it sure doesn't stop us from seeking out GOOD ONES from the mix becuz inevitably, we NEED the services of these professionals - and I think a church should be the same, namely when it's SPIRITUAL FOOD and support we're recieving and need.
I have to sift thru bad churches like anyone else - but I do and I always find a wonderful one to attend.
I consider it a part of
obedience to God's system He created for us; the network He ordains for us to be in for our own welfare and benefit.