In the final week of the Devoted series, we focus on what it means to be a church family. Fellowship is more than just gathering—it’s a deep, sacrificial togetherness, modeled by the early church. Despite the messiness of family, we are called to love, restore, and remain devoted to one another. The world often sees the church as judgmental rather than loving, revealing a gap between who we are called to be and how we are perceived. Today, we are invited to step into deeper devotion and truly live as a family, serving and loving like Jesus.

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In Acts 2:42-47, the early church’s devotion to communion was central to their life together. In the third sermon of our “Devoted” series, we explored how communion is more than a ritual—it is a sacred encounter with Christ, a unifying act for the body of believers, and a proclamation of redemption. When we approach the table with expectancy, we step into the grace and restoration Christ offers. Let’s commit to making communion a defining practice in our lives, just as the early church did, and experience its transformative power.

In Acts 2:42-47, the early church’s commitment to prayer was foundational to their spiritual life. In the second sermon of our “Devoted” series, we explored how devotion to prayer strengthens our connection with God, aligns our hearts with His will, and empowers us for mission. Let’s make prayer a priority in our lives, just as the early church did, and experience its transformative power.

In Acts 2:42-47, the early church's commitment to Scripture was life-changing. In this sermon, we explored how devotion to God's Word helps us grow in faith, transform our hearts, and impact the world around us. Let’s embrace the power of Scripture as the foundation of our daily lives.

This Epiphany, we are invited to come to Jesus just as we are. Like the Magi, we’re called to respond with intentional worship, offering our lives in gratitude. Worship is not just a moment, but an ongoing way of living that reflects His glory. Will you come, step out in faith, and let your life point others to the King of Kings?

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