There are those who use whatever reason they can, to excuse themselves from attending church. I would take the time and list some of the reasons normally given, but I won't insult your intelligence.
It is obvious that no excuse can scripturally release you from your responsibility as a member of the Body of Christ, to be an active member of a "Local Church."
The person who is confined to a bed or hospital is definitely understandable. Other than physical confinement or out of town travel, there is "NO EXCUSE" for not being in and fully participating every single week.
Hebrews 10:24,25

In todays church world, the idea that participating in your local church has been challenged with unscriptural thoughts that don't produce a renewed mind.
Romans 12:1,2
I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.
One thing we know for sure is that the will of God doesn't manifest much, through the life of the person who's mind hasn't been transformed by the Word of God.
Yes, a thousand times Yes, each one of you are commanded to be actively participating in your Local Church on a weekly basis without fail.
Jesus judges us based on our faithfulness to the Kingdom of God and there are no exceptions to that rule.
Romans 14:12
"So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God."
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