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Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Zirah:
My church is 8am - 12.30pm with Sunday school. Doesn’t suit me so I stopped going.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by saintmark88(m): 9:55am On May 07, 2017
Y do we like deceiving ourselves, who told u that we have some of the biggest church names in d world. Y r we so ignorant. Who told u that RCCG, Synagogue are categorized among the biggest churches names n d world??.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Nigeriadondie: 9:56am On May 07, 2017
Jehovah's Witnesses hold theirs for 1hr 45 mins and without noise
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Fessy09(m): 9:56am On May 07, 2017
Basildvalour:
The church as of old could spend hours in God's presence and would still want more.

These days, you will see churches conducting 3-4 services in a day and one service could last as short as 1hour:15minutes.

There, some youths just come to look around and showcase the contents of their wardrobe and when you take a good look, you will notice that those kinds of places are where our youths love to worship.

Don't get me wrong though, impartation of the word of God still exists there but in that little time, everything done would be allocated a little share of the time, therefore, in depth impartation of the word would be missing.

Old gatherings as it is still seen in The Apostolic Church, Assemblies of God Church, Divine Nature Christian Fellowship, etc. where time is always not too important still remain the better option to grow in the word in the midst of your Christian brethren.

Happy Sunday.
WORD !!!!
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Fessy09(m): 9:57am On May 07, 2017
Basildvalour:
The church as of old could spend hours in God's presence and would still want more.

These days, you will see churches conducting 3-4 services in a day and one service could last as short as 1hour:15minutes.

There, some youths just come to look around and showcase the contents of their wardrobe and when you take a good look, you will notice that those kinds of places are where our youths love to worship.

Don't get me wrong though, impartation of the word of God still exists there but in that little time, everything done would be allocated a little share of the time, therefore, in depth impartation of the word would be missing.

Old gatherings as it is still seen in The Apostolic Church, Assemblies of God Church, Divine Nature Christian Fellowship, etc. where time is always not too important still remain the better option to grow in the word in the midst of your Christian brethren.

Happy Sunday.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by ibiboatais(m): 10:00am On May 07, 2017
The fact remains that we've lost touch with our original source. Therefore we don't see any value in staying longer in the house of God. Many don't know why they even go to church. If we value God and truly reverence him then we would value the time spent in his vineyard. Come to think of it,if you don't spend quality time in the house of God,where will you spend it.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by fourfunmi: 10:03am On May 07, 2017
You sabi!

jericco1:
Cele no be here if you no get patience you fit vex spit for church out of frustration. Their own dey like party. Dem dey even cook.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by shegzydave(m): 10:28am On May 07, 2017
LONG CHURCH SERVICE IS THE REASON Y I DONT GO TO CHURCH REGULARLY...GOD FORGIVE
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by HENRY940: 10:43am On May 07, 2017
Bad, he that has ears has already heard,

Going on and on and on.....till it becomes so boring people (including myself) begin to sleep,

It's so counter productive, children you are trying to raise to love going for church services begin to cry just because you say dress up for church.

Why do some speakers feel they have to say everything they can, in one day,

Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by kkins25(m): 10:44am On May 07, 2017
Basildvalour:
The church as of old could spend hours in God's presence and would still want more.

These days, you will see churches conducting 3-4 services in a day and one service could last as short as 1hour:15minutes.

There, some youths just come to look around and showcase the contents of their wardrobe and when you take a good look, you will notice that those kinds of places are where our youths love to worship.

Don't get me wrong though, impartation of the word of God still exists there but in that little time, everything done would be allocated a little share of the time, therefore, in depth impartation of the word would be missing.

Old gatherings as it is still seen in The Apostolic Church, Assemblies of God Church, Divine Nature Christian Fellowship, etc. where time is always not too important still remain the better option to grow in the word in the midst of your Christian brethren.

Happy Sunday.
how do u knw d tym the old church spent??
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by ukpongokon33(m): 10:56am On May 07, 2017
Exturzee:
As religious as our country might be, In Fact home to some of the biggest church names in the world (RCCG, LFC, SYNAGOGUE) it has not guaranteed this nation economic or political bliss.

Church services are known to be very very long, our Orthodox brothers would understand, being one myself, I have over the years become immune to long services.

The youths no longer want to spend more than an hour and thirty minute
s in church.

Is this a bad trend considering the Bible said we should keep the Sabbath Day Holy, or have short services where some worshippers arrive only just to share grace taken over..

let's hear our views...
its good toe have long service
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by chiraqDemon(m): 10:59am On May 07, 2017
The longer the service the more boring it will be. I feel more inspired by short energetic services especially short and energetic sermons. Not all those pastors that will want to read the wholr bible before feeling like they have preached. even if i dont believe in all what they are saying, i feel inspired anyways
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by skedy1(m): 11:01am On May 07, 2017
TVTKOKO:
The reason why I'm thinking of changing the church i attend.. They can waste your time with some irrelevant things eh,, imagine going to church as early as 8am on empty stomach and returning by 1pm..
Na them kill Jesus christhuh?
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by jamace(m): 11:05am On May 07, 2017
How has this helped to curb corruption in the society?

Same looting spirit!
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Wangxiao(m): 11:15am On May 07, 2017
eezeribe:
None of my business
well you don't have to say it here why not keep it yourself ehn ?
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Wangxiao(m): 11:17am On May 07, 2017
thaikun15:
As for me, I can't stand it . Church service should be 3 hours max
i smell the spirit of cac or white garment church in you
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by ikemesit4477: 11:18am On May 07, 2017
Exturzee:
As religious as our country might be, In Fact home to some of the biggest church names in the world (RCCG, LFC, SYNAGOGUE) it has not guaranteed this nation economic or political bliss.

Church services are known to be very very long, our Orthodox brothers would understand, being one myself, I have over the years become immune to long services.

The youths no longer want to spend more than an hour and thirty minutes in church.

Is this a bad trend considering the Bible said we should keep the Sabbath Day Holy, or have short services where some worshippers arrive only just to share grace taken over..

let's hear our views...
once it is after eleven my mind is no longer there anymore!
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Wangxiao(m): 11:19am On May 07, 2017
Zirah:
My church is 8am - 12.30pm with Sunday school. Doesn’t suit me so I stopped going.
issorai
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by sbfynest(m): 11:48am On May 07, 2017
1 hour is ok by me
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Nobody: 11:58am On May 07, 2017
Brillantman:
For me, 90 mins max
soccer limit!
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by AlphaStyles(m): 11:59am On May 07, 2017
e dy tire me oo hunger dy catch me tire
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Ramos16(m): 12:00pm On May 07, 2017
If church service gets more than 1hr 30 mins I am out boy
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Ramos16(m): 12:01pm On May 07, 2017
jamace:
How has this helped to curb corruption in the society?

Same looting spirit!
As far as I am concerned religion has done very little to the lives of Nigerians.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Nobody: 12:03pm On May 07, 2017
What's the need of staying longer in church when there are mid week activities and personal devotion, after sermon am done
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Nobody: 12:06pm On May 07, 2017
ElsonMorali:
People now spend the whole day on Sunday in Church from one activity to the other. I think people should go and read and understand the way Sabbath was practised in the days of old.

It is supposed to be a day of REST!
SABBATH RULE
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Nobody: 12:07pm On May 07, 2017
PROUD SABBATHERIAN .. SABBATH RULE
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by giftedben: 12:09pm On May 07, 2017
I say 45 minutes grin What else do you want to tell God for 3 hours. Or do you want God to live ur presence. Remember is on the 7th day he needs his rest.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Lexxyla: 12:10pm On May 07, 2017
Why should i wait for long periods to hear long talks most of which i won't even remember?

The sabbath day is supposed to be a resting day not a day to exhaust all my energy on dancing, shouting to heaven as if God is deaf and listening to Malachi 3:10 every minute.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Iamzik: 12:14pm On May 07, 2017
Don't stay overly long in church. Allow God's spirit to stay in you always. You are the new church.

Paul once preached a very long message for about 20 hours. So long that a young man sitting on the third floor gallery fell downstairs and died. Acts 20:7-12. He came down, raised him from the dead and continued! I find that story particularly fascinating. Anyway it was his farewell and he wasn't going to see them ever again.

Now I don't like long services except for vigil /praise nights/concerts. Sunday morning worship should not exceed 3hours max

Impact is not in how many hours you spend but how much you allow the Holy Spirit to touch your soul and transform you from inside out. What did you take from the message and what area of your life need to change?

The reason why we go to church is to fellowship with God and edify each other. I personally find 50% of church activities unedifying.... Just for show.

Let all things be done in moderation. The spirit of the prophet is subject to the prophet 1Cor 14:32

You can live in the church all your life and still wallow in sin. Church is symbolic of God's presence -where He lives. The church /temple where God wants to dwell is your heart.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by ocelot2006(m): 12:17pm On May 07, 2017
I'm totally against long services. What I've equally noticed is that these services have become too long due to the fact that churches spend this period taking money from the congregation (1st collection, 2nd collection, 3rd collection, 4th collection, thanksgiving 1,2,3,4,5, family thanksgiving 1,2,3,4,4.6.7.8.9, donation for church projects 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,etc). Even school lectures don't take this long. The problem's that lack of concentration, boredom, fatigue, and even resentment sets in.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Lexxyla: 12:19pm On May 07, 2017
Basildvalour:
The church as of old could spend hours in God's presence and would still want more.

These days, you will see churches conducting 3-4 services in a day and one service could last as short as 1hour:15minutes.

There, some youths just come to look around and showcase the contents of their wardrobe and when you take a good look, you will notice that those kinds of places are where our youths love to worship.

Don't get me wrong though, impartation of the word of God still exists there but in that little time, everything done would be allocated a little share of the time, therefore, in depth impartation of the word would be missing.

Old gatherings as it is still seen in The Apostolic Church, Assemblies of God Church, Divine Nature Christian Fellowship, etc. where time is always not too important still remain the better option to grow in the word in the midst of your Christian brethren.

Happy Sunday.
Sorry to interupt. None of the churches you listed is part of the real churches of old. All what the old church do is to share a portion of the scripture by being concise and brief as possible and breaking of the bread not using the whole day in church all in the name of worship.
Re: Long Church Service: Good Or Bad? by Nobody: 12:36pm On May 07, 2017
Wangxiao:
i smell the spirit of cac or white garment church in you
I'm actually RCCG
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