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Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 2: 42-47

Personal study: The numbers on the left side are verse numbers.

42 "They devoted themselves…" What does it take for you to "devote" yourself to something?

Search vs 42-47 and record any indications of devotion: (See also 5:42)

What are the first 4 things mentioned that they did? Do you think this list is complete?

Apostolic teaching: See I Corinthians 15:1-4

What task was the Holy Spirit promised to do in John 14:26?

What Christian Teachings would you consider essential for every Christian to know?

Fellowship: How important is building up friendships in the Church?

Breaking Bread: Probably not the Lord’s Supper, but some interpret it this way

Paul encountered an abuse of this in I Cor 11:17-22. What was his solution?

Prayer: How does prayer strengthen personal faith and corporate faith?

What barriers must most people overcome before they will pray together?

43 AWE!!! Have we lost a sense of spiritual awe of God in today’s world?

44 Interesting!! "Sell all you have" What kind of personal statement would that make?

What barriers would you need to overcome before you sold all you have?

45 "They gave to anyone as he had need." Should the church simply, "Take care of it’s own"?

46 They had no building. Their only meeting places were the Temple courts (until they were finally thrown out), their own private houses and outdoor meeting places.

What part do meals play in church fellowship?

47 "Praising God" What impression would visitors have of our worship?

Why must the Church (people) keep a good reputation in the community?

"…added to their number…" Who really creates growth in the Church?

What part do we play in the growth of the Church?


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