BasicChristianCommunities 2

Biblical Background

Acts 2:42-47

The early Christian Community : The early Church met in the

housesfor the breaking of bread

andto the prayers

Acts 4:32-37 `

The early Christian Community:

The whole group of believers was

united, heart and soul

Foundation of the Church of Antioch: Them Christian Community In Antioch.

Acts 11:19-26

Mark 3:13-19

The appointment of the Twelve : Jesus founded the small Community of the Twelve Disciples .

They were to be his companions and to be sent out to preach, with power to cast out devils.

Luke 8:1-3/ John 12:6

The women accompanying Jesus: The members of the small community around Jesus share with each other their material belongings.

The true kinsmen of Jesus: The family members of Jesus are hears the Word of God and put it into practice.

Luke 8:21

Jesus and Abraham: If you make my word your home/you will indeed be my disciples/ you will learn the truth and the truth will make you free.

John 8:31

The priestly prayer of Christ: The community in god

should be reflected in his disciples.

John17:18-23

Romans 12:3-13

Humility and Charity: They are as a community.

1Corinthians 12:12-30

The analogy of the body:

The Church as a body.

1Corinthians 16:19-20/ Col 4:15-18/ Philemon 1-3

House Churches in the early , warm Church personal relationships.

The structure of BEC Bible Sharing

7 StepsStep 1: Invitation to the LordStep 2: Reading of Scripture PassageStep 3: View with WonderStep 4: ListenStep 5: ShareStep 6: ActStep 7: Pray