Summary

Acts 2 gives us a snapshot—not of a program, not of a polished production—but of a movement. Three thousand people have just surrendered to Jesus. The Spirit has fallen. And what happens next is not a strategy session. It’s not a branding meeting. It’s not a facility campaign. It’s community. Here is the question we must ask… Are we attending church… or are we participating in the communion of saints? Because those are not the same thing.

Sermon Questions

1. What are some ways a person can attend church regularly but still remain spiritually isolated? What practical steps move someone from simply attending church to truly belonging to the family of God?
2. If someone looked at your weekly rhythms—your schedule, priorities, and relationships—what evidence would they see of devotion to Christ and His people?
3. Why do you think many Christians today struggle to move from casual church relationships into authentic, vulnerable community? What fears or barriers tend to keep people isolated?
4. How does remembering what Christ has done for us reshape how we think about our money, time, homes, and gifts? What would gospel-shaped generosity look like in your life right now?
5. Why do you think authentic Christian community is such a powerful witness to the world? When have you seen people drawn to Christ because of the way believers loved one another? Explain.