1.3 KiB
1.3 KiB
fellowship
Definition:
In general, the term "fellowship" refers to friendly interactions between members of a group of people who share similar interests and experiences.
- In the Bible, the term "fellowship" usually refers to the unity of believers in Christ.
- Christian fellowship is a shared relationship that believers have with one another through their relationship with Christ and the Holy Spirit.
- The early Christians expressed their fellowship through listening to the teaching of God's Word and praying together, through the sharing of their belongings, and through eating meals together.
- Christians also have fellowship with God through their faith in Jesus and his sacrificial death on the cross which removed the barrier between God and people.
Translation Suggestions:
- Ways to translate "fellowship" could include "a sharing together" or "relationship" or "companionship" or "Christian community."
Bible References:
- 1 John 01:3-4
- Acts 02:40-42
- Philippians 01:3-6
- Philippians 02:1-2
- Philippians 03:8-11
- Psalms 055:12-14
Word Data:##
- Strong's: H2266, H8667, G2842, G2844, G3352, G4790