What is fellowship in the Bible?
Quick answer
Fellowship is shared participation in the gospel — a deep togetherness of believers with God and one another, not just friendly social time.
The Greek word koinōnia means "common participation." Christians share a common Lord, a common faith, a common mission.
1 John says fellowship is with the Father and the Son and with one another.
Real fellowship is more than activities — it is a sharing of life around Christ.
Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06-07. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.