The Church - Devoted

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“And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Acts 2:42

Devoted:
Greek word: “pros-kar-ter-eh’-o”
To be steadfastly attentive unto, give unremitting care to a thing

They were Devoted to 3 things:

1. Apostles Teaching (Bible)
2. Fellowship (Visible Church)
3. Breaking of Bread and Prayer (God’s gifts)

“My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me.  I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand.  My Father, who has given them to me, is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of the Father's hand.” John 10:27-29

 “I urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” Paul, Ephesians 4:1-3

FELLOWSHIP is HARD

 When have you had a meal with someone from your Church?

When have you had a meal with someone from your Church?

 “And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.” Acts 2:42

 “Community of Believers”