The New Testament Church Christian Life Course
8

Three Streams

Course Study
The New Testament Church
Lesson 8 of 10
by Bible Teaching Program
1 OT Ministry of the Spirit 2 Elijah & Elisha 3 Jesus' Ministry 4 Time of the Spirit 5 NT Church Character 6 Fellowship 7 Body of Christ 8 Three Streams 9 Three Baptisms 10 God's Plan
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Opening Scripture
Acts 2:42 "And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers."

Acts 2:42 "And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers."

Theme: Three Streams of Ministry in the New Testament Church

Introduction

This lesson explores three essential streams of ministry that flowed through the New Testament Church and continue to be vital for the Church today.

Main Points

1. The Teaching Stream

They continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine. Sound biblical teaching is foundational to the health and growth of the Church.

2. The Fellowship Stream

The early believers shared their lives together in genuine community, caring for one another's needs and supporting each other in faith.

3. The Prayer Stream

Prayer was central to everything the early Church did. They gathered regularly for prayer and saw God move powerfully in response.

Summary

1. 1. Teaching — Foundation of sound doctrine

2. 2. Fellowship — Genuine community and mutual care

3. 3. Prayer — Central to all ministry