As we spend time looking for a meeting place for NPCC many things go through my mind. Of course the obvious would be things like accessibility, visibility, affordability, or dependability. But the other day, as I was reading a book by Ed Stetzer, I was reminded that a building is most of all about a place to connect to God and people; a place to make, build, and cultivate our relationships. Churches (and pastors) have a tendency to get caught up in the hype of materialism just like every other organization. To have the newest and nicest accommodations for your members is a huge draw. But to get back to the purpose of meeting is the most important thing on my mind today.
The first church didn't meet in the largest, newest, most auspicious building in Jerusalem. They would not have been allowed to most likely. They met in the largest empty room they could find at first. Then, they met in the largest home they could find. When those options became too small, they met in multiple large homes or where ever they could. Church was about connecting and building relationships, not about the building.
Where ever you meet for church, focus on the reason for being there more than you do the shell around you!
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