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Explore Acts 2:5-13 to learn about the diverse, devout, and devoted members of the early church, facing criticism and condemnation but staying steadfast in their faith and practices. Discover the importance of unity amidst differences.
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I Am A Church Member Series The People of the Church Acts 2:5-13
1) Diverse • 5 And there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout men, from every nation under heaven. • They Were Not From Around Here. • They Don’t Speak Like We Do. • They Don’t Look Like We Do.
2) Devout • 5 And there were dwelling in Jerusalem Jews, devout (God Fearing) men, • Looking For God • Leaning Toward God • Leaving All For God
3) Devoted • NKJV - 42 And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. • NIV - 42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. • Go to the Doctor • Eat Right • Exercise
4) Devided? • 13 Some, however, made fun of them and said, “They have had too much wine.” • Critical • Condemning • Comedic