Thanksgiving = Biblical Fellowship

What does Thanksgiving mean to you? What are some things that come to mind when you hear the word “Thanksgiving”.

What is your favorite Thanksgiving food?

Did you know that President Abraham Lincoln proclaimed Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863 during the Civil War? He wanted to unite the nation and encourage Americans to recognize their blessings even in difficult times. The idea was to pause, reflect, and be thankful for the positives in life amidst challenges.

Acts 2:42-47

42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.

What did the early Christians in Acts 2 devote themselves to?

How did the community of believers in Acts 2 express their generosity towards each other?

What actions did the believers take that demonstrated their unity and fellowship?

What was the response of the Lord to the growth and devotion of the early church as described in Acts 2?

What steps can you/we take to be unified and fellowship with those around you?

v. 46 says the believers did what?

What similarities do you see between the early church's devotion and the way we celebrate Thanksgiving today?