What Is Church?

Acts 2:42-47, 4:32-35

When they hear the word "church," many people think of a beautiful building used for Christian worship or a service on Sunday morning, but the Church is really the people who are believers in Jesus. The first followers of Christ provide us an amazing example of what a Christian community should look like. They lived like a tight knit family: sharing everything, worshiping together, and welcoming many new believers to their fellowship.

Questions for further thought:
1. What do you think the ideal church should be like?
2. How has modern life hindered your experience of true Christian community?  

​Challenge: Think about what Jesus wants His Church to be like. Make a list of the essentials and pick one item to start working towards in your own life.