The phrase, "Go touch grass" is an internet slang phrase used to suggest that someone spend more time outside in the real world, away from screens and digital activities. In short, it's a way to tell someone to take a break from online interactions and speak with real people. The Sunday gathering is a great opportunity for believers to do just that.
The gathering of believers each Sunday allows us to remember that life is about much more than online debates, the latest thing to rage about, or the state of politics and the world. It gives believers time to truly fellowship with one another, sing to our Savior, read the scriptures, and be disciplined in the way of Jesus.
Among the noise of debate, anonymous Twitter accounts, and screaming at what are basically strangers online the Lord's Day meeting allows us a time to reflect on the things in life that matter: our families, friends, and fellowship.
In truth most of these online converstations will never change anyones mind or bear much fruit. While they are helpful and do stir up within us things to think about real discipleship takes place in the local church in one-on-one relationships. It is in these local gatherings that friendships are made, families are developed, and true growth occurs.
Online spaces are helpful to an extent, but if not rightfully used can quickly become seeds of distrust, hatred, and stress. Don't trade the gift of the local church and local growth for the facade of online community and cheep online battles.