The importance of fellowship is often greatly neglected and underestimated in assemblies today. The early Christians were devoted to fellowship. The word fellowship means a common sharing. It is more than being friends and hanging out together. It involves participating and sharing a common vision, purpose, and goal.
Fellowship also develops a sense of family.
Believers need to experience the family of God in house assemblies. It is important that the sharing be around the Lord and His work, and not be simply a social gathering. Where true Christian fellowship is neglected in a house assembly, bonding will not be achieved, and eventually vision will be lost. Promoting true fellowship in the Lord requires a great deal of sacrifice on the part of house assembly leaders. They must be prepared to work at it, and not just expect it to happen.