WORSHIP IN THE EARLY CHURCH

Intro.: Very little said; great latitude

The Foundation of Worship

Peter’s sermon - Acts 2:14-41

Paul’s focus - 1 Corinthians 14:1-4

The Four Pillars of Worship v42

The Apostles’ teaching - preaching & teaching - what Jesus taught - implies learning

Fellowship

With God - 1 John 1:3 - singing, quiet time

With one another - being together, singing, encouragement

Breaking of bread - the Lord’s Supper

Prayer - all aspects - praise, petition, intercession, thanksgiving

The Impact of Worship

The Apostles’ teaching is validated - signs and wonders v43

Community vs44-46

God was praised and honored v47

Everyone looked in favor on the Church v47

The Lord added to the Church v47

Concl. - Returning to a sense of awe v43