What does” Fellowship” mean? Fellowship – Def. association of common interest. Weak. Greek is Koinonia -

Rich word. It refers to a participation and communion with God and His people sharing, contributing for a

common purpose. A "Fellowship" is a group of people brought together for a purpose. In the New Testament

God's people, the church, were defined and described as a partnership for the Gospel because of the

Gospel. A fellowship is more like a team to play on than a club to join. Think about Fellowship of the Rings… I

am not a big fan, but I know it’s more than lets hang out and have coffee. Nearly every team has different

skills and strengths… together they function well to overcome and thrive. In the Bible we see it identifies the

idealized state of unity and purpose that should exist within the church. Everyone was invited to experience

this community and encouraged to actively participate rather than passively consume. This is in contrast to the communities we try to build on our own. True Fellowship exists when it is from God and for God.