The Christian Community
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07/29/2019 The Christian Community
Series: The Story Of The Bible
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What Does The Bible Say?
Acts 2:42-47
42 All the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, and to fellowship, and to sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper), and to prayer. (Acts 2:42 NLT)
Christian community is an intentional endeavor.
43 A deep sense of awe came over them all, and the apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders. 44 And all the believers met together in one place and shared everything they had. 45 They sold their property and possessions and shared the money with those in need. 46 They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, and shared their meals with great joy and generosity— (Acts 2:43-46 NLT)
Christian fellowship comes with a cost.
47 all the while praising God and enjoying the goodwill of all the people. And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved. (Acts 2:47 NLT)
People may hate your beliefs, but not your behavior.
How Can We Obey?
Love and invest into your Christian community.
Question 1 of 5
Describe a time when you had something brand-new and found it difficult to share with others.
Question 2 of 5
Jesus told His followers that their ministry would occur in four distinct locations (Acts 1:8). How do you see God using you, your Christian community, and the worldwide church to share the gospel of Jesus across the globe?
Question 3 of 5
Along with sharing the message and love of Jesus, we are also called the share resources/material goods, our meals/fellowship, and our lives/stories. How is each valuable and what can we do to share these more intentionally?
Question 4 of 5
We are to be intentional in making new friends. What are some ways that we can meet new people to live in front of them our beliefs and behaviors?
Question 5 of 5
Why is it important for us to enjoy the goodwill of others (Acts 2:47)? Why do people listen to us better when we are nice and kind?