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Sermon Notes - May 23, 2021
Luke: The Great Collaboration (Acts 2:42-47 NLT) - Jon Furman
Great Commandment
Great Commission
Great Collaboration
Acts 2:42 (NLT)
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.
Fellow (Noun) - A person in the same position, sharing a particular association, activity, or condition.
“devoted themselves to the Apostle’s teaching”
“The greatest problem is not the outward divisions and denominations that divide His church, but our own individualistic hearts.” – Watchman Nee
“sharing in meals (including the Lord’s Supper)”
Acts 2:43 (NLT)
A deep sense of awe came over them all, and the apostles performed many miraculous signs and wonders.
Acts 2:44-45 (NLT)
And all the believers met together in one place and shared everything they had. 45 They sold their property and possessions and shared the money with those in need.
They Made Time to Be Together
They Made Difficult Decisions About What They Needed
They Made Sacrifices To Serve Others
Acts 2:46-47a (NLT)
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— 47 all the while praising God and enjoying the goodwill of all the people.
“Enjoyed the Goodwill of ALL the people…”
Acts 2:47b (NLT)
And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.