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Lessons From The Early Church
Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 2, 2010 (message contributor)
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1. The Lord's Provision
Contributed on Jun 2, 2010
Jesus understood the needs of His disciples before they knew they had a problem. He was preparing them for the trying days He knew were ahead. He was making provision for them so that they could continue to live victorious lives.
The Lord’s Provision Acts 1:1-11 Series Introduction The Early Church turned its world upside down for Christ. It spread the good news of Jesus in the face of extremely hostile conditions. And the church made an impression on its world. Some of the messages I want to share with you ...read more
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2. Obedient People Have Special Experiences
Contributed on Jun 2, 2010
Did you know that God has wonderful plans for people who are obedient to Him? Look at Isaiah 1:19, “If you consent and obey, You will eat the best of the land,” and Jer. 29:11-13, “For I know the plans that I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for we
Obedient People have Special Experiences Acts 1:4; 2:1-8 Introduction Did you know that God has wonderful plans for people who are obedient to Him? Look at Isaiah 1:19, “If you consent and obey, You will eat the best of the land,” and Jer. 29:11-13, “For I know the plans ...read more
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3. Helping A Needy World
Contributed on Jun 22, 2010
As I read this passage I see two things that jump off the page at me here. Two notes of what we as Obedient Christians should be doing in our daily walk with God.
Helping a Needy World Acts 3:1-10 Introduction The book of Acts tells us in simple terms how the Early Church functioned and affected its world. This morning we are going to take a look at an interesting experience in the life of the young church and see how we can apply to today. It Will ...read more
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4. No Reason To Run Out
Contributed on Jun 22, 2010
Nothing is more embarrassing or dangerous than believers running out of fuel on the Holy Spirit.
No Reason to Run Out Acts 4:23-31 Introduction Have you ever run out of gas? It can be embarrassing. It can be inconvenient. Your driving down the road on a mission to get somewhere, then your car starts to stutter and stall, and then just gives out. You pull over to the side of the ...read more
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5. A Lesson In Divine Providence
Contributed on Jul 13, 2010
The early church was on fire for God, but it did have its share of problems and opposition. It was how they handled those problems that made them attractive to a lost and dying world.
A Lesson in Divine Providence Acts 5:12-42 Introduction There was never a dull moment around First Church of Jerusalem! Pentecost came in a blaze of glory. Healings occurred around the city. There were lessons on hypocrisy. The wave of power was building within the Church to a great ...read more