Many groups must deal with a common problem in churches. Many members are late for worship. If we were to close our doors at 10 o’clock, half the assembly would be in the auditorium and the other half would stay outside. Since it is a common problem, let us ask ourselves the question, “Why is being late a problem?”

The regular late-comer has a priority problem. Do we normally permit our children to be late for school? Are we usually late for a concert or a show? What to think of a fiancé that would be late to his wedding? What does the boss think when an employee is in the habit of being late to work? Here’s what I mean: We are on time for what is important to us! What about the invitation to a feast by the very King of the universe?

Here’s what I think: Being on time costs us something. Being on time costs us a disciplined mindset that considers the well-being of Christ’s body’s; that plans the use of its time towards its own spiritual edification, as well as its brothers in Christ’s edification.

3000 years ago, David said, “I will not ... sacrifice a burnt offering that costs me nothing.” (1 Chronicles 21:24)

It takes a special effort to be well rested on Sunday morning and to be on timeforworship. Are we ready to pay the price?