Scripture References: Acts 11:19-26, Acts 13:1-3, Ephesians 4:11-16, 2 Corinthians 5:19-21, 1 Corinthians 12, 1 Corinthians 14
Intro:
- The church at Antioch as a model for us.
- Focus on key characteristics and their implications for our church.
Key Points:
- Evangelistic Boldness:
- Acts 11:19-21: The church's response to persecution.
- Sharing the good news even in difficult circumstances.
- Multi-Ethnic Diversity:
- The church's composition and its reflection of the city.
- Breaking down barriers and embracing inclusion.
- Generosity:
- The church's willingness to give and share resources.
- Sacrificial giving as a key characteristic.
- Spiritual Disciplines:
- Worship, prayer, and fasting as part of the church's life.
- Formational practices that shape believers.
- Spiritual Gifts:
- Acts 13:1-3: The church's practice of prophecy and other gifts.
- The Holy Spirit empowering and directing the church.
- Multiplication:
- The church's role in sending out leaders and planting new churches.
- A healthy church reproduces itself.
Conclusion:
- The church at Antioch is a model for us in its commitment to evangelism, diversity, generosity, spiritual disciplines, and multiplication.
- We are called to emulate these qualities in our own church community.
Call to Action:
- Embrace boldness in sharing the gospel.
- Cultivate a diverse and inclusive community.
- Practice generosity and sacrifice.
- Engage in spiritual disciplines.
- Seek and utilize spiritual gifts.
- Participate in the mission of God to reach the world.
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