Episode 139 - GO Ministry

The GO In The Gospel - A Study In Acts

Acts 4:32-37

The Book of Acts shows … The context is exploding Church Growth amidst religious persecution. How does the church learn to minister effectively?

Remember Acts 2:42-47 – that strategy is now being expanded and tested as the church grows.

The Holy Spirit puts the GO in GO Ministry – Spirit-led; Spirit-empowered ministry:

1. Begins with Great Compassion – v32

a. Like Jesus – Matthew 9:36 i. The Spirit within has His heart! ii. The Spirit within promotes unity and care for needy people

b. Open-hearted and Open-handed

c. Matthew 6:19-21; 24, 33

d. 1 Timothy 6:6-10

2. Recognizes God’s Great Power – v33

a. Their witness was focused on Resurrection Power

b. The Gospel has the Power – Romans 1:6

c. 1 Corinthians 1:17-25

3. Receives and Gives God’s Grace – v33

a. Awareness and Application i. James 4:6-8 ii. Humility is the hallmark of a Gracious Church!

4. Practices Great Generosity – v34-35

a. Happens when you realize how Generous God is

b. Knows you can never out give Him.

c. Celebrates how fun it is to try!

5. Provides Great Encouragement - v36

a. Joseph nicknamed Barnabas

b. He will be a central figure in the impact of the rest of the book.

6. Is led by Great Examples – v37

a. Includes great Spiritual Oversight i. For appropriate accountability, guidance, and coordination ii. Needs were met by the church; through the church; with the oversight of their recognized spiritual leaders.

7. That’s Go Ministry

a. Our ministry teams / committees are organized and populated to accomplish the ministries we believe God has given us.

b. How might you be a part?

c. Salvation empowers you

d. Membership qualifies you

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