“All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had. With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God’s grace was so powerfully at work in them all, that there were no needy persons among them. For from time to time those who owned land or houses sold them, brought the money from the sales and put it at the apostles’ feet, and it was distributed to anyone who had need. Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (which means “son of encouragement”), sold a field he owned and brought the money and put it at the apostles’ feet.” (Acts 4:32-37).
Below are four lessons from the passage above:
The early church was united(v32a)
What part will you play to be an embodiment of unity in your home, relationships with others, family, community, church and beyond?
The early church was generous (v32b, 34-35)
In which ways are you going to practice generosity to others and the service of the Lord?
The early church was focused on the gospel(v33)
Is the gospel of Jesus Christ a priority for you?
The early church was an encouraging place(v36)
Pray that the Lord will use you to be a person who will uplift others, identify their spiritual gifts and walk alongside them.
May the Lord bless you as you reflect on these things?
Every blessing,
Patches