1. God’s new community – Acts 2:42-47
A learning Church
a. Our teacher – Jesus, by his Spirit
b. Our textbook – The Bible
- the Holy Spirit guided the prophets-2Pet.1:20,21
- He guided the apostles – John 16:13
We need the whole Bible -2 Tim.3:15-17; Eph.2:20
c. Our class – the local church
d. Our learning takes place in all of life

2. 2. A loving Church Christian fellowship is about:-
What we share in common – 1John 1:3; 2Cor. 13:14; Acts 4:32
What we share out with each other – 2:44,45; 4:32-37
- enjoying being together as a church
- part of a small group
- doing things together

3. 3. A worshipping Church The Lord’s Supper/Communion We remember:-
1. Who has saved us – 1Cor.11:26; 1Pet.2:24
2. Why he saved us
- To rescue us
- To bring us to himself
- To transform us
- To commission us – John 20:21

4. b. Prayer The “Lord’s Prayer” – Mt.6:9-13 The person we come to
Our Father is Lord – God’s reputation
- God’s rule
- God’s plans
3. Our Father is Saviour – Our needs
- Our sin
- Our walk of faith

5. 4. An evangelising Church –v.47
It is Jesus who saves
Salvation brings people into the church
Evangelism is part of our daily life & work
Salvation is an event and a journey

6. What about Argyle? Do you want to be part of God’s new community?
How devoted are you to:-
- Engaging with God
- Engaging with fellow christians
- Engaging with the world