Pastor W.F. Kumuyi, the General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, has reaffirmed the vital role of doctrine in Christian fellowship during a recent training service for church workers. His sermon, titled “Fruitful Fellowship Without Fear in His Family,” drew from Acts 2:40-42, underscoring the early apostles’ unwavering commitment to sound doctrine and fellowship.

 

Addressing a concerning trend in contemporary Christian gatherings, Pastor Kumuyi critiqued the practice of inviting believers to fellowships with the condition to leave their doctrines behind. “Some people invite us to fellowships and will say, ‘Don’t bring your doctrines,’” he said. He rejected this notion, emphasizing that true fellowship cannot exist apart from biblical truth.

Pastor Kumuyi made it clear that doctrine is central to genuine Christian fellowship. Citing Scripture, he reminded his audience of the steadfastness of the apostles who “continued in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship.” He stressed that separating doctrine from fellowship dilutes the essence of Christian communion.

 

“No, we say don’t talk about doctrine, and all you want is fellowship,” Pastor Kumuyi remarked, illustrating the flaw in sidelining doctrinal integrity. He argued that fellowship should not be reduced to mere social interaction but should be a spiritual bond grounded in God’s Word and shared faith in Christ.

 

Biblical Principles for Fellowship

 

Drawing from Acts 2:40-42, Pastor Kumuyi highlighted the early church’s example:

 

• Commitment to Doctrine: The apostles’ doctrine provided the theological foundation for their fellowship.

• Spiritual Unity: Their fellowship was rooted in their shared commitment to Christ, not mere human connection.

• Fruitfulness in Grace: True fellowship flows from the transformative work of salvation and is enriched by adherence to God’s Word.

For Pastor Kumuyi, the integrity of Christian doctrine is non-negotiable. He emphasized that believers must uphold doctrinal truth as they engage in fellowship, refusing to compromise biblical principles for the sake of inclusion or superficial unity.

 

“True fellowship is not just about socializing,” Pastor Kumuyi asserted. “It is a bond between those saved by grace and united in their commitment to God’s Word.

Through his sermon, Pastor Kumuyi urged believers to emulate the early church’s example by combining steadfast devotion to doctrine with meaningful fellowship. He reminded his audience that doctrinal integrity ensures that fellowship remains spiritually fruitful and God-honoring.

 

This message serves as a clarion call to Christians everywhere: fellowship devoid of biblical truth is incomplete. Pastor Kumuyi’s insistence on doctrinal integrity underscores the enduring relevance of Scripture in shaping the life and community of believers.