The Top 10 Reasons for Sitting in the Front Pew of the Church

10. Statistics show that the front of the church building is the safest in the event of a natural disaster.
9. You can see if anything's caught between the Preacher's teeth. Then watch him as you smile and point.
8. There's still lots of padding in these kneelers since they are almost like new.
7. You only have to comb the back of your hair and iron the back of your shirt.
6. It's easier to trip the ushers.
5. No one will hear your stomach make those 'alien' noises.
4. You're the Treasurer and want to keep your eye on the collection.
3. You want to justify that feeling you've always had that every ones looking at you.
2. You're mad at everyone in the church and want to make sure no one sits beside you.
And the #1 reason for sitting at the front of the church is . . .
1. You actually love worshiping God and feeding on His Word!
Originally published November 14, 2002.