United, Feared, Wanted

 
Mar 3, 2013
Dave Marttunen

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Churches disciplined by God and indwelt by his Holy Spirit look different than other groups. Following the death of Ananias and Sapphira, the Church developed a rhythm of ministry that was only possible by surrender to the Holy Spirit through faith in Jesus. The Church’s dependency on God united them even as it created fear in the community. The God of justice and mercy was among his people. While the Jewish Christians met in the temple court, Church ministry looked very different from temple ministry. Remarkably, the Church was attracting new believers and continuing to grow. What would it look like for us to surrender fully to Christ, be filled by his Spirit and serve in his power? Would it change how Victoria saw us? Would we be a place that caused the community to fear the justice of God while many are drawn to Christ?

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