They Devoted Themselves

To The Apostles’ Teaching

Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.

They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. 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, 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: 41-47

Do we have fences in our yards? Do we have fences around us? What are the fences there for? Are we isolating ourselves from our neighbors?

Our churches should have community groups that meet regularly to build relationships and to encourage one another in our journey with God. The early church gathered together daily in the temple. They became one in purpose and heart as they fellowshipped and prayed. If they struggled, they would have companions to lift them up.

Connection to a community of believers is vital in our Christian walk. One way that God chooses to show His love to us is through relationships.

We all need Christians fellowship to build us up and hold us up.

Our Daily Bread – January 12, 2014