fellowship

Definition

In general, the term “fellowship” refers to friendly interactions between members of a group of people who share similar interests and experiences.

• In the Bible, the term “fellowship” usually refers to the unity of believers in Christ.
• Christian fellowship is a shared relationship that believers have with one another through their relationship with Christ and the Holy Spirit.
• The early Christians expressed their fellowship through listening to the teaching of God’s Word and praying together, through the sharing of their belongings, and through eating meals together.
• Christians also have fellowship with God through their faith in Jesus and his sacrificial death on the cross which removed the barrier between God and people.

Translation Suggestions

• Ways to translate “fellowship” could include “a sharing together” or “relationship” or “companionship” or “Christian community.”

Bible References

• 1 John 1:3
• Acts 2:40-42
• Philippians 1:3-6
• Philippians 2:1
• Philippians 3:10
• Psalms 55:12-14

Word Data

• Strong’s: H2266, H8667, G28420, G28440, G33520, G47900