41 So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls. 42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.

And all who believed were together and had all things in common. (Acts. 2:44)

26 for in Christ Jesus you are all sons of God, through faith… 28 There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. (Galatians 3:26, 28)

“By the fact that they themselves admit that these people are worthy of the God, they show that they want and are able to convince only the foolish, dishonorable and stupid, and only slaves, women and little children.” (Celsus, Greek Philosopher)

And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. (Acts 2:45)

• entitlement (“mine” mentality)
• living beyond our means (envy and comparison)
• misunderstanding generosity

7 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God… 9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. 10 This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. 11 Dear friends, since God so loved us, we also ought to love one another… 16 And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in them. (1 John 4:7, 9-11, 16)

Because relationship with one another is at the core of being a disciple of Christ, we invite you to find community and experience spiritual transformation through LCC’s groups, classes, events, and service opportunities.

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THIS WEEK
Friendsgiving: For all 7th-12th graders. No need to sign up. LCC is providing the pumpkin pie. Bring some snacks to share with your small group. We meet in Building 2 at 6:00pm-8:00pm on Wednesday, November 19.
Single Vision Thanksgiving Potluck: For all singles 50+. Bring a dish to share. No need to register. We meet in the Fellowship Center (first floor of main building) at 7:00pm on Friday, November 21.

NEXT WEEK
The Grove: The Grove is a community for adults in their 30s and 40s. Most of us have younger children. We meet in the Coffee Shop (Building 2) from 3:30pm-5:00pm on the fourth Sunday of each month. Childcare for 0-11 years is available. Visit www.lighthousehome.org/the-grove to sign up for The Grove on Sunday, November 23.
Happy Thanksgiving! LCC offices will be closed November 27-28.

COMING UP
Step By Step Christmas Celebration: Hosted by LCC on Sunday, December 7. Volunteer/donate to local families in need. For all the details and to sign up to volunteer and/or donate, visit www.lighthousehome.org/step-by-step.

ENEWS
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Discussion questions are updated/posted each Monday morning for the previous Sunday’s sermon. Questions for November 23’s message will be posted on November 24.

See discussion questions for the teaching recorded on November 16.