WHAT IS FELLOWSHIP? (w/ LOTR references) - Breaking down Acts 2:42

WHAT IS FELLOWSHIP?

Greek Word - Koinonia "sharing in common, communion"

It appears for the first time in Acts 2:42 where it says, “And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.”

Fellowship should be characterized by the church and when we say church, we are talking about the body of believers in Christ, not the building. With that, let’s break down Acts 2:42.

And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.” NKJV

Apostles’ doctrine - the study of the word of God which talks about who God is, who Jesus Christ is, and the power of the Holy Spirit.

Fellowship - It means an intimate sharing of one’s self to one another. Koinonia also means contribution. Check out Romans 15:26.

1. Look after each other. (Ecclesiastes 4:9-10)
2. Practice love toward others. (John 13:34-35)
3. Learn about God through each other. (1 Peter 5)

Breaking of bread
In the days of the disciples, breaking of bread was also symbolic of the oneness in Spirit.
As we said earlier, koinonia also means communion and we remember what Christ did for us on the cross. We share that oneness in Spirit.

Prayers
Besides studying the word, praying is important in the gathering of believers.
In Ephesians 6:13-20, Paul exhorts the Ephesians about the whole armor of God.

The Fellowship of the church is not just being together, it’s doing God’s will together.

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[lemonejohnson]

Second breakfast!!!! I love it. They shall know you by your love. That verse is so important and we need more Christians to grab hold of this and walk it out.

[berealwithraya]

Great video, Thank you! I have a strong spiritual practice in the comfort of my own home, I attend church online with a congregation I gel with that is in another country (not exactly local!) and so I have been struggling with the concept of local fellowship to understand why it’s important and if it’s something I really need to do. Your video certainly is helpful in breaking out what it means in the first place. I pray my heart will soften to the idea of fellowship and that I will begin to participate

[sashal]

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[NiquiCarltonMusic]

True fellowship is essential for the body of Christ. Love this!

[WalterStrongIIIthehuddle]

Great video. Also, thanks for breaking my heart that fellowship is not about eating one to two breakfasts. lol.

[meudeusefiel]

Praying for one another brings a sense of fellowship and love. And there is always enough to pray about. God wants us to come together and pray for one another.

[CalebOliver]

Thank You So Much! 🙏🏾 this is an edifying teaching! 😊👍🏾

[portpufff]

Found your page while seeking guidance. Thank you so much for your continued work.

[PalomaYLoto]

I specifically chose your video because of the LOTR references! Great idea! Thanks

[CLIFFWaweru-odqx]

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[valarmathi]

How clearly you have explained the fellowship by one in one word. That means fellowship is imp in our life I loved it thank you ❤❤❤❤

[patatitagatita]

Lord of the Rings fan din ako budz hahaha. Love this!!!! 🤍🤍🤍

[rhemasartspace]

Ha! You got the ring! Lol! LOTR, I think, is the perfect example of fellowship. I love the parts when Aragorn, Legolas and Gimli were fighting side by side, overpowering their differences (dwarves hate elves and vice versa). We all have differences, but we are put together as one by the Lord. I think I need to rewatch LOTR lest I might be tempted by the ring's power lol 🤣

[debbiehaythe]

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[keepbman]

Excellent descriptions of this passage. Keep up the good works :)

[EncouragementToGoIME]

To me, Koinonia is active fellowship. Great video.

[tomy]

I wish there was more true "fellowship" in churches. There's cliques and select groups in churches just like anywhere else.

[UBUGod]

I really appreciated this video. Clear and gracious, well done Hanna! Clever ending, miss Houdini...wink

[chelseajacquot]

Girl, you almost lost me for a second 😂😂😂

[KatyWirth]

I struggle with fellowship because I’ve had such terrible experiences with people in church.