Having once purchased a 10′ fishing boat, I took it to the private farm pond of one of
my local church members. I had carefully crafted my own boat anchor from some large bars
of lead and nylon  rope. When I had paddled to the center of the pond, I dropped the
anchor.

Some time later, when I decided to try a different fishing spot, I  pulled on the
rope to draw up the anchor. Instantly, I became aware of a serious problem. The anchor I
had crafted was far too heavy  and had sunk deep into the muddy bottom of the pond.
No matter how hard I pulled, I was unable to get free.

Sometimes, our relationship to our church family is much like this situation. We are
encouraged by the bible to anchor ourselves in the security of fellowshipping with other
believers. While this is a good and healthy Christian practice, we must be equally careful
not to become so secure as to be immobilized.

There is a time to fellowship with other believers and a time to "go ye into all
the world." Be careful never to allow yourself to be immobilized by your security.

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Submitted by Rev Tony Darnell