Basic Training for the Body

Fellowship Part I: Communion and Kindness

Acts 2:41-44

Pew Bible Pg.886

I. God knows that we need to remember together who our Savior is.

A. In remembering who Jesus is, we see each other differently. I Tim. 1:15-16

B. In celebrating our common salvation, we are unified. Eph. 2:1-7, Jude 1-3

II. As we see one another as brothers and sisters, we treat each other as family.

A. We are thoughtful and kind toward each other. Eph. 4:31-5:2

B. We are willing to sacrifice for one another. II Cor. 8-9

III. Communion and kindness draw us closer to heaven.

A. Experiencing true fellowship within the body is a glimpse of God’s glory. vs. 44

B. Our day-to-day perspective becomes more eternal.

How often do I weigh and consider the price paid for my salvation?

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Do I see the body of Christ as a convenience (or inconvenience) or truly as family?

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Do I find myself living more for today and this life or for my eternal reward?

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