# 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 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 01:3-4](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1jn/01/03)
* [Acts 02:40-42](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/act/02/40)
* [Philippians 01:3-6](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/php/01/03)
* [Philippians 02:1-2](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/php/02/01)
* [Philippians 03:8-11](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/php/03/08)
* [Psalms 055:12-14](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/psa/055/012)