Sermon Notes

November 17, 2024 AM
Paul Gotthardt
(#11 in series)

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Forward: Forward in Relationship with the Church

Acts 2:41-47

The local church is a united group of __ believers…

• gathering regularly in Christ’s name for preaching and worship,
• __ the person and mission of Christ,
• utilizing their spiritual gifts,
• __ each other in biblical community,
• submitting to Scripture and qualified spiritual authority,
• and practicing the __ of baptism and communion.

Key Thought:

Moving forward in relationship with the church requires us to know what __ actually is.

What can we learn about the model church?

1. __ : The church refers to those who receive the gospel and are baptized in Jesus’ name. (v.41)

2. __ : A local church is to be devoted to Scripture, fellowship, communion, and prayer. (v.42)

3. __ : When God is at work, there should be a sense of awe. (v.43)

4. __ : Common belief, sacrifice, care, and generosity unified the church. (v.44-45)

5. __ : God’s design leads to oneness, worship, joy, and favor with all people. (v.46-47a)

6. __ : God will add to their numbers day by day. (v.47b)