1. And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine & fellowship, in the breaking of bread,
& in prayers. Acts 2:42
A Call To Fellowship

2. “Fellowship” Vincent’s Word Studies –
A relation between individuals which involves a common interest
A mutual, active participation in that interest AND in each other.
Sharing material needs (Acts 2:44-45; 4:32).
Cooperative effort of each member.

3. In the way of fellowship
Formality (1 Cor 14:40)
Absence (Heb 10:25)
Minimizing one’s importance (1 Cor 12:12-27)
Personality clashes (Jas 3:13-18)
Conflicting goals (Ti 2:1-10; Ro 12:1-2)

4. Getting into fellowship
Fervent love (1 Pet 4:7-8)
Hospitality (1 Pet 4:9)
Concern for all (1 Cor 12:24-26)
Concern for the spirit (Jas 5:16, 19-20)
Teach through song (Col 3:16)
Serve in love (Gal 5:13-14; Phil 2:4-5)

5. The strength of our fellowship with one another is an indicator of the strength of our fellowship with our Father in heaven & our Lord.

6. Enhancing fellowship Learn everyone’s name.
Notice joys, sorrows & needs.
Pray & act in a constructive ways.
Be “Approachable”
Be “Transparent”