Implementasi Cara Hidup Jemaat Mula-mula Dalam Kisah Para Rasul 2:41-47 Bagi Pertumbuhan Gereja Masa Kini

Abstract

The principles of life of the early church as depicted in Acts 2:41-47 for the growth of the church today. The story depicts a close-knit community, sharing wealth together, a focus on Bible teachings, consistent prayer, and service to others. By discussing the relevance of these values in the context of the modern church, including the importance of building strong communities, deepening commitment to biblical teachings, facilitating a regular prayer life, and enhancing inclusive ministry. The discussion also focused on the adaptability of the church in facing today's challenges. How the values and principles applied by the early church can be adapted to current social, cultural and technological dynamics is the main focus. This abstract highlights that church growth is not only related to the number of members, but also to spiritual quality and involvement in congregational life. By exploring how these values can be applied and adapted to modern realities, it is emphasized that building strong community foundations, deepening Biblical teachings, fostering a consistent prayer life, and encouraging an attitude of mutual sharing are the keys to accelerating the growth of today's church. Adaptability and responsiveness to change are also emphasized as important aspects in facing today's challenges.