Acts 2: 42-47 describes the vibrant, commual life of the early church after Pentecost: believers were devoted to apostles' teaching, fellowship, breaking
bread (meals), and prayer; they performed miracles, shared everything
generously, met daily in the temple and homes with joy, praised God, and
were loved by others, causing the Lord to add to their numbers daily, showing
a model of radical community and mission.
Key Practices (What the people did)
- Devoted to Teaching: Continuously learning from the apostles'
instructions.
- Fellowship: Deeply connected, living life together, sharing
resources (selling possessions to meet needs).
- Breaking Bread: Sharing meals with gladness and generosity.
- Prayer: Consistent time in prayer.
- Awe & Miracles: Fear/awe came upon everyone as apostles performed
signs and wonders.
Key Outcomes (What happened)
- Unity: They were of one heart and mind, meeting daily.
- Favor: They were well-regarded by everyone.
- Growth: God added to their number daily those being saved.
- Community: It wasn't just personal faith but a shared, interdependent life.
- Authenticity: It's a picture of a healthy, biblical community.
- Action: Believers' actions (sharing, worship) led to God's work (growth).
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