Why It’s Time for Us to Come Back to Church (With a Smile)
Over the past few years, many have quietly drifted from regular church attendance. Life got busy. The pandemic messed with our rhythms. Somewhere along the way, Sunday morning turned into a “maybe,” not a “must.” If that’s part of your family’s story, you’re not alone, but maybe it’s time to come back.
Not out of guilt. Not just to punch a spiritual timecard. But because something beautiful—and even a little miraculous—happens when God’s people gather.
Hebrews 10:24–25 reminds us: “And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another…”
Here are three practical reasons why returning to church can reignite our faith and lift our spirits.
We Were Made for Community
We’re more “connected” than ever—yet somehow lonelier than ever too. Social media gives us updates on what our friends ate for breakfast, but it doesn’t provide the warmth of a hug, a handshake, or a shared laugh during coffee hour.
God wired us for real-life relationships. The kind where someone notices we’re missing and sends us a casserole—or at least a text. Being in church reminds us that we’re not alone in our faith or in our mess. And let’s face it, watching church in our pajamas while eating waffles was fun for a while, but it’s not quite the same as worshiping shoulder-to-shoulder with others who are also chasing Jesus (and maybe a toddler down the aisle). We all need some face time with others, face time that doesn’t involve a screen. Church provides that, and it's one good reason to come back.
Church Helps Us Re-Center Our Lives
Without the anchor of Sunday worship, the weeks start to blur together. Is it Monday again? Was that the doorbell or just the microwave? When we stop gathering regularly, everything else tends to creep in and take over—sleep, sports, Netflix, brunch, and that never-ending pile of laundry.
But when we carve out time each Sunday, it helps reset our hearts and calendars. It’s like spiritual GPS, reminding us where we are and where we’re going. Regularly attending church gives us holy perspective—and hopefully some good coffee too.
We Each Have a Role to Play (Even If We’re Not Sure What It Is Yet)
We may not preach, sing, or play the guitar (bless those who do), but God still has something for each of us to do. The church isn’t a spectator sport—it’s more like a big family reunion where everyone brings a dish. If we all just showed up to eat and left the cleanup to Aunt Martha, we’d be missing the point.
Whether we’re greeting folks at the door, teaching kids, running the slides, or just being a friendly face in the pew—each of us matter. Our presence encourages others. And let’s be honest, it also helps the pastor not wonder if the rapture happened when half the seats are empty.
God’s Not Done with Us—Or His Church
Maybe we’ve been coasting. Maybe we’ve been hurt. Or maybe we just got out of the habit. Whatever the case, let’s not wait for a perfect moment to return—let’s come back now, imperfect as we are.
God is still moving. His people are still gathering. And there’s still room for us in the pew, the prayer circle, and the potluck line.
This Sunday sounds like a good place to start. We’ll see you there (and we promise not to judge if it’s been a while).