ACTS 2:42-47 (NIRV)
The Believers Share Their Lives Together
42 The believers studied what the apostles taught. They shared their lives together. They ate and prayed together. 43 Everyone was amazed at what God was doing. They were amazed when the apostles performed many wonders and signs. 44 All the believers were together. They shared everything they had. 45 They sold property and other things they owned. They gave to anyone who needed something. 46 Every day they met together in the temple courtyard. They ate meals together in their homes. Their hearts were glad and sincere. 47 They praised God. They were respected by all the people. Every day the Lord added to their group those who were being saved.
The 242 Experience is NOT a "youth program!" It IS a "way of life!" We provide ministry to young people that mirrors this often forgotten early church lifestyle. We do not conform to the world's logic of catering to consumerism; feeding the whims of culture. This only results in segregation and division. What we strive to accomplish involves unity in a community of young people that revolves around Jesus Christ; everyone is valued, loved and accepted! Jesus is the sole denominator that breaks down status, ethnic, age, culture, and even denominational (religious) barriers. What you get is a thriving community of believers that simply do life together because Jesus Christ is at the center of everything they do!
It would have been incredible to be a part of that early group of believers. They were pioneers of the church that demonstrated how to be true followers of Christ. Love was their driving force! Fellowship was crucial! Unity kept them strong! Giving was essential! When believers come together, others can feel the power and presence of God. It's a unique environment where miracles happen, worship breaks out, needs are met, and joy erupts in the hearts of God's people! "They praised God. They were respected by all the people. Every day the Lord added to their group those who were being saved."
Our four goals:
The Believers Share Their Lives Together
42 The believers studied what the apostles taught. They shared their lives together. They ate and prayed together. 43 Everyone was amazed at what God was doing. They were amazed when the apostles performed many wonders and signs. 44 All the believers were together. They shared everything they had. 45 They sold property and other things they owned. They gave to anyone who needed something. 46 Every day they met together in the temple courtyard. They ate meals together in their homes. Their hearts were glad and sincere. 47 They praised God. They were respected by all the people. Every day the Lord added to their group those who were being saved.
The 242 Experience is NOT a "youth program!" It IS a "way of life!" We provide ministry to young people that mirrors this often forgotten early church lifestyle. We do not conform to the world's logic of catering to consumerism; feeding the whims of culture. This only results in segregation and division. What we strive to accomplish involves unity in a community of young people that revolves around Jesus Christ; everyone is valued, loved and accepted! Jesus is the sole denominator that breaks down status, ethnic, age, culture, and even denominational (religious) barriers. What you get is a thriving community of believers that simply do life together because Jesus Christ is at the center of everything they do!
It would have been incredible to be a part of that early group of believers. They were pioneers of the church that demonstrated how to be true followers of Christ. Love was their driving force! Fellowship was crucial! Unity kept them strong! Giving was essential! When believers come together, others can feel the power and presence of God. It's a unique environment where miracles happen, worship breaks out, needs are met, and joy erupts in the hearts of God's people! "They praised God. They were respected by all the people. Every day the Lord added to their group those who were being saved."
Our four goals:
Become active listeners who desire to KNOW the truth about God through the teaching of His word.
Commit to meaningful relationships with others and LIVE in unity as we strive to build a stronger community.
Develop a passion to SHARE the message of the cross and direct others to a new way of life through Jesus Christ.
Increase our communication with God as we learn to PRAY privately and publicly.