As we concluded our Back to the Basics series, we looked at the importance of the church assembly to the life of the believer. We were reminded of the privilege it is to assemble together as believers, understanding that we have been accepted by God and granted access into His presence, an act that was only permitted to the high priests of old. We were also reminded that our great high priest, Jesus Christ accompanies us into the holy places along with our brothers and sisters in the faith; the exclusivity of this act is something we can often take for granted. With this privilege in mind, we were then reminded of how we are to come to church. Firstly, we are to come in faith, believing that through Christ’s blood we have truly been accepted into God’s presence. Secondly, we are to come with hope ready to encourage others with the hope of the Gospel. Finally, we are to come to love on others; putting the needs of others above our own and exemplifying the love of God to one another. The assembly of the believers is not meant to be taken for granted but regarded as a privilege from God; a reminder of His grace to welcome us into His family. With these thoughts in our minds and conviction in our hearts, let us get back to church.