We have been warned even in Scripture about the corruption which rests mainly on the shoulders of leaders within the church. All the more it is that not many of us should teach-the responsibility is immense. Note that I did not say privileges or perks. Please do not forsake fellowship with others in the Body of Christ which is the Church. First: read Scripture so that you can discern the real from the unreal. Second: Armed with discernment, go forth and find a truly Bible preaching/teaching and loving fellowship. Not one caught up in religion or legalism. Such will DRIVE pre-Christians away from Relationship with Christ. Error and abuse will also cause the fellowship to suffer and to fall away. Fellowship exists to encourage, edify and build up. Not to beat down, no compulsion. And if abuse of power and position is discovered, and the Word not divided rightly...GET AWAY. There are some wonderful fellowships out there. We are not meant to go it alone. Pray for servant leaders and humble selfless shepherds.