Values of a Devoted Community as Demonstrated in Acts 2:41-47
The passage in Acts 2:41-47 highlights the essential values of a devoted community, including obedience to God, caring for one another, and consideration for others. The early Christians persevered, remained committed, and obeyed consistently, setting an example of love and compassion that was visible to outsiders. By following the teachings of Jesus and showing genuine love for one another, they embodied the principles of a devoted community.
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A Community ACTS 2:41-47
PERSEVERED COMMITTED FULL ATTENTION & OBEYED CONSISTENT
Matthew 7:21 not everyone who says to me, Lord, Lord , will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who DOES the will of my Father who is in heaven.
If you do not obey my word, your life will crumble
VALUES OF A DEVOTED COMMUNITY 1. Obedience to God
By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another John 13:35
The outsiders looked at the Christians, caring for boys and girls who lacked property and parents, and being attentive to aged slaves and prisoners. And they said, Look! How they love one another. -Tertullian- Christianity s truth was visible in its members
VALUES OF A DEVOTED COMMUNITY 1. Obedience to God 2. Caring for one another
Breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous Sincere hearts Singleness of heart Greek word = evenness of the soil, without stones generous hearts
VALUES OF A DEVOTED COMMUNITY 1. Obedience to God 2. Caring for one another 3. Consideration for others Love one another with brotherly love. Outdo one another in showing honour. Romans 12:10
VALUES OF A DEVOTED COMMUNITY 1. Obedience to God 2. Caring for one another 3. Consideration for others 4. Corporate Uniting Prayer Is prayer our steering wheel, or spare tire? Corrie ten Boom
Our prayers may be awkward. Our attempts feeble. But since the power of prayer is in the one who hears it, and not in the one who says it, our prayers do make a difference. - Max Lucado -
1. Obedience to God 2. Caring for one another 3. Consideration for others 4. Corporate Uniting Prayer
