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Acts 2:42-47 ESV

And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. And all who believed were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.

Rev. J.B. Watkins

Every church is to make sure that their mission and vision aligns with God's mission. We cannot just do what we want. We are to bring God glory.

We are called together For Christ

Very high crime and murder rates plague our community. Not only that but also the church reflects the community. I've asked ourselves why our church is here? We are not only to alleviate poverty or build houses. We are gathering for Christ, first and foremost. Not just a social affair, because we like these people, or we eat the same things. We are here for our Lord, Jesus Christ.

We are called together For each other

We are here for each other like the three muskettiers. One for all and all for one. We may be many different cultures and background, but we are here for one another. We are to serve each other corporately.

We are called together For the world

They are here to take the gospel to the surrounding communities. The believers in acts are spreading the gospel to the area around them. Jesus is our example. He does not boast, but rather called forth a people to serve God. He taught and discipled them to bring glory to God.