Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another; and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
There are some who neglect the meetings of their local assembly because they feel that they can learn more by studying at home. There may be much in the ministers or the ministry that may be discouraging - and we can expect it to get weaker as we draw nearer to the end. You may be able to learn more at home. But you won’t be able to minister it to others. While you are feeding yourself, your empty chair at meeting will probably add to the discouragement of others who are struggling too. You DO make a difference. Be an encourager. Be there!