Monday, September 10, 2012

The Early Church Made An Impact

Acts 2:42-47
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.
A deep sense of awe came over them all, and the apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders. And all the believers met together in one place and shared everything they had. They sold their property and possessions and shared the money with those in need. 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- 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.

A healthy Christian community attracts people to Christ. The church's zeal for worship and brotherly love was contagious. A healthy, loving church will grow in numbers and most of all closer to Christ.

What are you doing to make the church the kind of place that will attract others to Christ?

I'm sure we just thought of plenty of reasons why someone wouldn't be attracted to Christ because of the church. But the question was..."What are you doing...?


We all have a part in the kingdom's growth.  Even if we think its too small of a part to make and impact, it matters. Verse 42 "All believers devoted themselves..."

Check out the entire chapter of Acts 2. 

These believers just experience the Holy Spirit. As believers we also have been promised the Holy Spirit and "We know Him".

John 14:15-30 Jesus Promises the Holy Spirit

...and He will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the Holy Spirit, ...you know Him, because He lives with you now... But when the Father sends the Advocate as my representative--that is, the Holy Spirit-- He will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have told you.

Make an impact in your life today: your household, your job, your school, your circle of friends, your church. Feed yourself with the Word of God, share the love and joy of knowing Christ, and pray for those around you to experience the power of the Holy Spirit.





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