The last reason to go to church is friendship. Jesus referred to the apostles as his friends. How do we know that we are friends of Jesus?

Jesus himself said it. You are my friends if you do whatever I command you. He then commanded them to love one another.

Source:

John 15:12-17

Another reason for going to church is to be accountable to other believers. How do we restore erring believers?

We are to restore erring believers in a spirit of meekness. This is so that we are not tempted ourselves. We are also under God’s judgment

Source:

Galatians 6:1

Another reason to go to church is to set an example for others. How does Peter say Christians should lead?

Christians should lead willingly and also with humility, being examples for others,

Source:

1^st Peter 5:2-3

Tithing is another reason to go to church. It is important for bills and to support our fellow believers. Paul spoke about collections in his letter to the church at Corinth. What day of the week did he say to have the collection?

Paul said collections should be on the first day of the week.

Source:

1^st Corinthians 16:2

Preaching is another reason to go to church. Preaching dates from the earliest days of the church. Paul writes “Preach the word; be instant in season; out of season;” Who did Paul give this advice to?

Paul gave this advice to Timothy. His son in the faith.

Source:

2^nd Timothy 4:2