Theme 2E- Community of Believers Flashcards
Describe the activities the believers devoted themselves to according to Acts 2:42-47.
The believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayer.
Explain the significance of the wonders and signs performed by the apostles.
The wonders and signs performed by the apostles filled everyone with awe and demonstrated the power of the Holy Spirit at work among the believers.
How did the believers demonstrate their unity and care for one another?
The believers demonstrated their unity by having everything in common, selling property and possessions, and giving to anyone in need.
Define the term ‘Didache’ in the context of the apostles’ teachings.
Didache is a Greek work meaning ‘teaching’, referring to what the apostles taught.
What does the term ‘kerygma’ signify in the context of the apostles’ message?
Kerygma is a Greek word meaning ‘proclamation’, referring to what the apostles preached.
Describe the daily practices of the believers as menitioned in Acts 2:46.
The believers continued to meet together in the temple courts, broke bread in their homes, and ate together with glad and sincere hearts.
Explain the outcome of the believers’ community as stated in Acts 2:47.
The Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved, indicating growth in the community of believers.
What event is referred to as the Pentecost Experience?
The Pentecost Experience refers to the pouring of the Holy Spirit on the apostles on the first Christian Pentecost, as described in Acts 2:1-4.
How did the believers express their graditude and joy in their community?
The believers expressed their gratude and joy by praising God and enjoying the favour of all the people.
Describe the significance of the Acts of the Apostles in early Christianity.
The Acts of the Apostles is the earliest account of the spread of Christianity during the 1st century CE, providing insights into the life and practices of the early Christian community.
Explain the role of the Holy Spirit in the early Christian community.
The early Christian community was characterised by enthusiasm and guidance under the Holy Spirit, which played a crucial role in their communal life and worship.
Define the term ‘kerygma’ as used in the context of the early church.
Kerygma refers to the proclamation of key facts of the Gospel, emphasising the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecies and the coming of the Messiah.
How did the early Christians demonstrate their communal life according to Acts 2:42-47?
The early Christians devoted themselves to the apsotles’ teaching, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayers, and they shared all things in common.
Do you know who is traditionally believed to have written the Acts of the Apostles?
The Acts of the Apostles is traditionally attributed to Luke, the author of the third Gospel.
What was the time frame in which the Acts of the Apostles was likely written?
Acts was probably written before 70 CE, around forty years after the crucifixion of Jesus.
