Many Jewish Families lost their place in the genealogical record by failing to return home.
Also, many who once had a place at our table, have disappeared, and can no longer prove their pedigree. Their status with the Lord and with men is in doubt.
Perhaps a Christian. Perhaps a member. But no proof. Others linger at the threshold, and will not take the steps of Baptism and union with this body so that they might enter into the full blessing of membership in God’s church! How much better to obey God, remain with God’s people!