Christian Community #2, The results of Acts 2:42-47

Acts 2:42-47

42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. 44 All the believers were together and had everything in common. 45 They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. 46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

Sermoun Outline

Christian Community is a means to:

1. The Presence of God

2. The Glory of God

3. Growth in Sanctification

4. The Advance of the Mission

The Character of Christian Community, Acts 2:42-47

Acts 2:42-47

42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. 43 Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. 44 All the believers were together and had everything in common. 45 They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. 46 Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, 47 praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.

Sermon Outline

Christian community

1. Is rooted in Christ

2. Is counter-cultural

3. Is consistent/frequent

4. Involves sacrifice

Church Is A Team Sport I Corinthians 12:12-27

This is the first message in our new series, The Disciplines of Fellowship.