‘Let us consider how we might spur each other on towards love and good deeds, not giving up meeting as some are in the habit of doing. ‘ Hebrews 10:25-24.
There was no zoom in the days of the New Testament. To meet up meant a journey on foot or by donkey. Think of the young, pregnant Mary travelling so many uncomfortable miles to Bethlehem.
Today we can use zoom and use other means of technology to meet up. It is invaluable for joining with those of another country, continent or those who are housebound. But there is no substitute for a handshake, hug or even a face to face smile. Those who are on their own and lonely long for a human touch. I was on our welcome team the other Sunday and I used all these forms of welcome and then followed it up by a greeting just for them.
Do we use zoom as an excuse for being lazy, not wanting to go out in the cold? Let us not use zoom out of habit, let us keep it for when it is the only alternative. Think how Jesus used a human touch. So rejoice that we have zoom and other means of communication, but let us also rejoice when we can meet together.