Are You Living in a Church Desert?
A church desert isn’t necessarily a place without churches. It’s a place where you can’t find a local church that teaches what you believe.
You may have dozens of churches all around you—but no real body of believers that teaches what you believe.
You believe in being Spirit-filled and living out the Apostolic faith.
You believe the Torah still matters.
You keep the Sabbath.
You want to worship, study Scripture, pray, and fellowship with people who share those convictions.
But there’s a problem.
You can’t find a church near you that teaches all of it.
Maybe you’ve searched for a Sabbath-keeping Apostolic church.
Maybe you’ve searched for a Torah-observant church.
Maybe you’ve searched for an online Sabbath church because there simply isn’t a congregation near you.
Or maybe you’ve searched and found yourself wondering:
“Am I the only one?”
You’re not.
Welcome to TOA ONLIFE.
An Online Sabbath Fellowship for Torah-Observant, Spirit-Filled Apostolics
TOA ONLIFE is a ministry of Torah Observant Apostolics.
We started this ministry for people who live in what we call a Church Desert—a place where there may be plenty of churches, but no local church that brings together the Apostolic faith, Sabbath keeping, and Torah observance.
Why? Because we’ve been there. We once found ourselves in a Church Desert, asking if we were the only ones, desperately praying for Yehovah’s direction to find community and fellowship that checked all the boxes, not just one or two.
We searched for years for an assembly that teaches the TRUTH of Torah and the SPIRIT of Acts 2:38.
Then Yehovah gently asked, “Why don’t you become what you are seeking?”
That is exactly what we did. And we opened up to others who are in the same situation we once were in, seeking fellowship with whole Bible believers – Sabbath keepers with Apostolic roots.
Distance shouldn’t mean you have to worship alone.
This Isn’t Just an Online Church.
It’s a church family that welcomes you and invites you to participate, to fellowship, to belong.
There are plenty of places online where you can watch a sermon.
That’s not what we’re building here.
TOA ONLIFE is an interactive Sabbath fellowship.
When we gather for our online Sabbath service, we worship together, pray together, study Scripture together, and learn together.
And when the lesson ends…
We don’t leave.
We stay online.
We ask questions.
We discuss what we’ve studied.
We talk.
We laugh.
We share.
We get to know one another.
We fellowship.
Because watching a service isn’t the same as having a church family.
And we believe people need more than a screen.
They need people.
What Happens During Our Online Sabbath Service?
Our Sabbath gatherings are structured as closely as possible to an in-person church fellowship. We are a Spirit-filled Apostolic fellowship, and you will see that throughout our services—from our worship and prayer to the way we seek the leading of the Holy Ghost.
Sabbath Worship
We gather together to worship Yehovah and prepare our hearts for His Word.
Prayer
We pray together and share prayer needs with one another.
Bible Teaching
Our lessons are grounded in Scripture and explore the connection between the Apostolic faith, the Torah, Sabbath keeping, and faithful Christian living.
Questions & Discussion
We don’t believe Bible study should end when the lesson does.
After the teaching, we open the room for questions and discussion.
Fellowship
Then we simply spend time together.
We visit.
We talk.
We get to know each other.
Community
We are a community that spans the globe. We have lively discussions outside of our online services, utilizing platforms like Telegram, text, and Facebook Messenger.
Counsel
Need pastoral counsel? We’re just a phone call away!
TOA OnLIFE is so much more than a talking head on a screen, delivering a Bible study and then you’re done.
We’re Spirit-filled believers who Yehovah has tasked with building a modern day ark of sorts, a safe place to bring believers out of their church deserts and into a community.
You’re not just watching a service. You’re getting to know the people you’re worshiping with.
That’s what makes TOA ONLIFE different.
Looking for a Sabbath-Keeping Apostolic Church?
You may have discovered the Apostolic message but struggled to find a congregation that also keeps the Sabbath.
Or perhaps you’ve discovered Torah observance and Sabbath keeping but haven’t found a fellowship with Apostolic roots.
Maybe you’re already keeping the Sabbath, studying Torah, and following the Apostolic message—but you’re doing it largely by yourself.
You don’t have to choose.
Saint or seeker, we welcome you!
You don’t have to live near our physical gathering to become part of the fellowship.
TOA ONLIFE gives people from different places the opportunity to gather for Sabbath worship, Bible study, prayer, and fellowship online.
A church desert should never keep you from finding fellowship and community with other like-minded believers.
What Is a Church Desert?
We use the term Church Desert to describe something many believers experience.
A Church Desert isn’t necessarily a place without churches.
It is a place where you may have dozens of churches around you—but none that teaches what you believe.
You may search for:
- A Sabbath-keeping church
- A Torah-observant church
- An Apostolic church that keeps the Sabbath
- A Torah-observant Apostolic fellowship
- An online Sabbath service
…and still find yourself worshiping alone.
If that’s where you are, we understand.
That’s why TOA ONLIFE exists.
You Don’t Have to Worship Alone.
Maybe you’re hundreds of miles from the nearest congregation that shares your beliefs.
Maybe you’ve been studying Scripture by yourself.
Maybe you’ve watched countless sermons online but still feel like you’re standing outside looking in.
Maybe you simply want people you can talk to about what you’re learning.
We understand.
We know an online fellowship isn’t the same as physically sitting beside one another.
But when there isn’t a like-minded church near you, an online Sabbath fellowship can provide something incredibly important:
People.
People to worship with.
People to pray with.
People to study Scripture with.
People to ask questions with.
People to laugh with.
People to fellowship with.
People who understand why you’re searching.
What We Believe Matters.
Before you join us, you may want to know more about us. If you can’t find the answers here, reach out and let’s talk.
Who We Are and What We Believe
Learn about Torah Observant Apostolics, our ministry, and the people behind TOA ONLIFE. Explore our beliefs concerning Scripture, salvation, the Apostolic message, Torah, Sabbath keeping, and Christian living.
Meet the Mayberrys
Anointed, Spirit-filled leadership is important. Learn more about the TOA Leadership.
Frequently Asked Questions
Wondering how our online Sabbath service works? Have questions about participating, fellowship, or what to expect?
We’ve probably been asked it before.
Still Wondering If This Is For You?
“I’ve never attended before.”
That’s okay.
Come meet us.
“I’m still learning about Torah.”
That’s okay.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before you begin studying Scripture with others.
“I’m new to the Apostolic doctrine.”
That’s OK. Most of us were at one point right where you are. We don’t just welcome sincere seekers; we embrace them!
“I don’t have the Holy Ghost.”
No problem! As you grow in Yehovah and are obedient to Him, He will change you, mature you, and fill you with His Spirit. It’s not a race; it’s a journey.
“I’m nervous about joining an online service.”
We understand.
You can come, listen, participate, ask questions, and get to know us.
“Is this really a church service?”
TOA ONLIFE is more than a sermon broadcast.
It is an interactive Sabbath fellowship where we worship, study, pray, discuss, and fellowship together.
“What if I don’t live anywhere near you?”
That’s exactly why TOA ONLIFE exists.
You May Be Far Away.
But You Don’t Have to Be Alone.
If you’ve been searching for an online Sabbath service, a Sabbath-keeping Apostolic church, a Torah-observant fellowship, or simply a group of people who understand what you’re trying to live out from Scripture…
Come meet us.
You don’t have to know anyone.
You don’t have to have everything figured out.
You don’t have to live nearby.
Just come.
Join us for Sabbath.
Study Scripture with us.
Ask questions.
Stay afterward.
Fellowship with us.
See what TOA ONLIFE is really like.
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