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Exploring the Church
Exploring the Church
QUESTIONS
Exploring the Church
QUESTIONS
DESCRIBE A MAJOR CHANGE IN YOUR LIFE. HOW DID YOU NOTICE THE CHANGE? HOW DID YOU
REACT TO THE CHANGE?
Exploring the Church
TERMS:
1.disciple – follower, student, learner; John 2:35-51, 6:60-70
2.apostle – one who is sent with a message; Matthew 10, 28:18-20, John 20:19-23
3.sacramental – pointing to a spiritual reality, used to describe non-spiritual things
4. sacrament – physical objects & activities designated by Christ to communicate a spiritual reality; Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 22:14-20, etc.
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Explaining Pentecost – Acts 2:14-39
1. the event (sound like a windstorm, tongues of fire, different languages spoken)
a. God pouring out His Spirit – vv. 17-18
b. prophesied by Joel (OT) – vv. 16-21, see Joel 2:28-32
2. the source – Jesus of Nazareth
a. endorsed by God as Messiah (Anointed One, God’s chosen One, Christ) through his ministry, death, and resurrection – God’s “I approve this message.” – vv. 22-24
b. prophesied by David (OT) – vv. 25-31, see Psalm 16:8-11
c. returned to Heaven and sent the Holy Spirit – vv. 32-36
3. the proper response
a. turn from sin and to God (repent) – v. 38
b. be baptized in the name of Christ for the forgiveness of sins – v. 38
4. the result – “then you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit” – v. 38
Exploring the ChurchActs 2:41-42 (NLT)
“Those who believed what Peter said were baptized and added
to the church – about three thousand in all. They joined with the
other believers and devoted themselves to the apostles’
teaching and fellowship, sharing in the Lord’s Supper and in
prayer.”
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The Activity of the Early Church-baptized
-came together
-devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching
-devoted themselves to fellowship (sharing life)
-shared in the Lord’s Supper
-prayed
Exploring the ChurchActs 2:43-47 (NLT)
“A deep sense of awe came over them all, and the apostles
performed many miraculous signs and wonders. And all the
believers met together constantly and shared everything they
had. They sold their possessions and shared the proceeds 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 group those who were being saved.”
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Characteristics of the Early Church-awe
-miraculous activity-pooled resources
-generosity-sensitivity to those in need
-together regularly-worshipful & full of praise
-a good reputation-growth (spiritual & numerical)
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Why?
Exploring the Church
Assignment for next week:Show and tell – bring an item with
you that has “sentimental value” and be prepared to talk about it.
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The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven, Your name is holy. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory belong to you forever and ever. Amen.