God is the Ultimate Architect, and He knows how to build His church.
- By Mike Davies
SERIES
BLUEPRINT FOR LIFE
What is the purpose of the series?
This video series takes an in-depth look at each of the values mentioned in Acts 2:42-47
. The early church built their lives around these values, and God added to them. As a result, they are an example to us of how healthy churches should be built. Using God’s blueprint, we learn how to build church and live to glorify God.
Why Acts 2:42-47?
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. Everyone was filled with awe at the many wonders and signs performed by the apostles. All the believers were together and had everything in common. They sold property and possessions to give to anyone who had need. Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved.” – Acts 2:42-47 (NIV) *Own emphasis added
Acts 2:42-47 is one of the core values as churches built according to the New Testament pattern. We believe that only God can build His church, He is the Architect, and by following these principles life will flow in our churches and the lost will be saved.
How is the series presented?
The series is presented through seven video episodes, each one focussing on a specific value mentioned in Acts 2:42-47. All the episodes are available as free video and audio downloads via the Four12 webpage and the Four12 App.
Who is the series for?
The series is for everyone. In particular, is may be of interest to anyone who wants to know more about living as part of a healthy church, for church planters starting their church planting journey or leaders looking to realign their church to reflect New Testament values. It can be used in a small group settings, as part of training times, or be watched on an individual basis.
Episodes:
01 From the Ground Up | Blueprint for Life
02 Brick by Brick | Blueprint for Life
03 Cementing Unity | Blueprint for Life
04 Grand Design | Blueprint for Life
05 House Filled with Wonder | Blueprint for Life
06 An Open House | Blueprint for Life
07 Always Room | Blueprint for Life
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EPISODES
A closer look at what it means to be devoted to fellowship.
- By Mike Davies
Breaking bread is not simply sharing a meal but being devoted to the Lord's supper or communion.
- By Mike Davies
God is the Great Designer with a blueprint for the church and our lives.
- By Mike Davies
What is the fruit when people devote themselves to the principles in Acts 2:42-47?
- By Mike Davies
The early church was devoted to each other in words and actions - true love.
- By Mike Davies
Everything healthy will reproduce, and likewise, we must reproduce.
- By Mike Davies
