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. Acts 2:42 – 47
Recap
- Consistent intake of community teaching
- Devotion to the community of disciples
- Praying with others in community
- Sacrificing for the community
Barna Research Group
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One of four people did not talk about anything significant with another person in the last 6 months
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One in three Americans over 45 identifies as chronically lonely
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37% of millennials (34 & younger) are looking for, but have not found, significant relationships
The results of neglecting community
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Fear of intimacy
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Poor health
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Selfishness
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Arrogance
Who are you?
Pursuer?
Passive?
Avoider?
