Online Church advice

[friendl]

Hi there

I've been following this popular online Church in another country these last 6 months and I love it. Their sermons, live.music, brilliant, and I've given money to them a few times when I can, tithe.

Is it okay I continue this online Church even though I don't physically go to a local church anymore?

Is that good for me? Would God approve if I stick with them?

 

[Albion]

Hello, friendl. It's hard to know how to answer that without knowing what, exactly, that online church is preaching, etc.

But in principle, no, it's not wrong to do, especially if you do not have a church home where you live.

I'd recommend ALSO looking seriously into finding one of the latter, though, because nothing online can substitute for a real congregation.

 

[tampasteve]

There is certainly nothing wrong with watching online services, or televised services. However, there is much to be gained by in person fellowship and worship as well. Staying alone keeps us sequestered from interacting and worshiping with other people, other Christians. It is good to share and worship together.

There is nothing wrong with these types of services, but some form of real world fellowship should be done as well, when things are safe.

 

[JohnDB]

There is certainly nothing wrong with watching online services, or televised services. However, there is much to be gained by in person fellowship and worship as well. Staying alone keeps us sequestered from interacting and worshiping with other people, other Christians. It is good to share and worship together.

There is nothing wrong with these types of services, but some form of real world fellowship should be done as well, when things are safe.

Absolutely agree.

 

[Goodhuman]

I don't have time to go to church, but I watch online. Only orthodox of course, I can't handle the heresies of the others. So, it is not wrong.

 

[JohnDB]

I don't have time to go to church, but I watch online. Only orthodox of course, I can't handle the heresies of the others. So, it is not wrong.

See...
That's the thing.
The sermons are the boring part....the music is okay. It's enjoyable at least. And if you enjoy that part you really will have it made.

But there's the friendships formed when you meet people in person that are the best part of church. I have friends of 30+ years from church... still friends with them. I cheer their kids as if they were my own...I've laughed and cried with these people for decades. We don't live in the same cities anymore (haven't in over 20 years) but the friendships remain.

And this doesn't happen in a remote viewing position.

 

[Jord Simcha]

If this is the church you feel most connected to I think there's nothing wrong with that.

Praise God for the internet making this possible!

 

[splish- splash]

While you remain prayerful about it all. You'd need to ensure they are preaching the straight word on salvation/Christ. If they aren't, they are leading people in the wrong direction.

 

[bèlla]

friendl,

No one can answer that for you without a word from the Lord. We aren’t privy to your circumstances and have little to go on. If you aren’t affiliated with a local body it is helpful to stay plugged in. Some choose to follow a church, podcast, or weekly programming. I would seek the Lord’s input and ask for direction.

Yours in His Service,

~Bella

 

[Richard T]

Hi there

I've been following this popular online Church in another country these last 6 months and I love it. Their sermons, live.music, brilliant, and I've given money to them a few times when I can, tithe.

Is it okay I continue this online Church even though I don't physically go to a local church anymore?

Is that good for me? Would God approve if I stick with them?

I have been following overseas churches too. In my case, I know it is right because I feel I will be going there at some point and I need to learn more about the cultural and religious differences. My only difference is that I try to keep up with a local church too.

 

[RebeccaSunshine]

I miss seeing people at Church so much. And lots of friends I don't get to see anymore.

 

[JohnDB]

I miss seeing people at Church so much. And lots of friends I don't get to see anymore.

You said it!

When all this is over I'm planning on a huge blowout of a party.

 

[Joined2krist]

Brethren, as long as the focus of the ministry is on Christ and the message of salvation, continue in it.

Avoid being religious, Christ Chastised religious leaders in His days. You can fellowship with other saints by joining Facebook groups and sharing your thoughts and knowledge on here and in similar forums where saints are gathered. Christ is in you, worship Him in truth and in spirit, this is what God wants