This short section shows a little of what the early believers did. There were four main elements:
- Devotion to the apostles' teaching
- Fellowship
- Breaking of bread
- Prayer
The apostles were charged with passing on the things that Jesus had taught them, and they had been direct witnesses of His ministry and resurrection.
The believers formed a community, and shared a lot of their lives together. This even included sharing their possessions.
Jesus had commanded His disciples to observe the breaking of bread at the Last Supper.
They prayed continually.
In addition the apostles performed many miracles. Presumably there would normally be healings of various sorts.
They met together in the temple courts. This indicates, inline with Peter's preaching, that they saw themselves as a continuation of Judaism. They praised God and enjoyed the favour of the people. Furthermore, the church continued to grow.
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