The Beginning of the Church Life

Acts 2:41-42 Then those who received his word were baptized, and there were added on that day about three thousand souls. 42 And they continued steadfastly in the teaching and the fellowship of the apostles, in the breaking of bread and the prayers. 

The unique teaching - 1 Timothy 1:3 Even as I exhorted you, when I was going into Macedonia, to remain in Ephesus in order that you might charge certain ones not to teach different things.

The unique fellowship - 1 John 1:3 That which we have seen and heard we report also to you that you may have fellowship with us, and indeed our fellowship is with the Father and with His Son Jesus Christ. (cf. 2 Cor. 13:14; Phil. 2:1)

The breaking of bread - Acts 20:7 And on the first day of the week, when we gathered together to break bread, Paul conversed with them since he was to go forth on the next day; and he extended his message until midnight. 

Prayers - Colossians 4:2 Persevere in prayer, watching in it with thanksgiving.


Acts 2:43 And fear was upon every soul; and many wonders and signs took place through the apostles. 

Acts 2:44-45 And all those who believed were together and had all things in common; 45 And they sold their properties and possessions and divided them to all, as anyone had need.  


Acts 2:46 And day by day, continuing steadfastly with one accord in the temple and breaking bread from house to house, they partook of their food with exultation and simplicity of heart.  

Romans 16:5 And greet the church, which is in their house. Greet Epaenetus, my beloved, who is the firstfruits of Asia unto Christ. 

Colossians 4:15 Greet the brothers in Laodicea, as well as Nymphas and the church, which is in his house.


Acts 2:47 Praising God and having grace with all the people. And the Lord added together day by day those who were being saved. 

Week 3 Bible Reading: Acts 5-6