Gospel meetings are wonderful opportunities both for those outside the body of Christ to learn and obey the truth, and for Christians to be edified.
It is a joy any time Christians assemble together to strengthen one another and worship God. The Holy Spirit’s command to not forsake the assembly of the saints is prefaced by the words “Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good works,” (Heb. 10:24). Assembling with saints is a means by which Christians can help each other please God. Gospel meetings offer great opportunities for this.
It is likewise a joy for saints to join together to feast on the spiritual nourishment provided through God’s Word (1 Pet. 2:2). Gospel meetings offer multiple opportunities for looking into divine truth, and doing so with others who share a desire to grow through the Word.
Gospel meetings also provide opportunities for worshipping God through singing (Eph. 5:19), and joining with fellow saints while approaching God in prayer.
Gospel meetings create opportunities for Christians to invite family, friends, and neighbors to come hear the saving Gospel, while benefitting ourselves through the opportunities provided. May we appreciate opportunities such as these to be spiritually strengthened, strengthen others, and please our Creator.
– Michael Hickox