Church Culture

Acts 2:41 (NKJV)

41Then those who gladly received his word were baptized, and that day about three thousand souls were added to them.

Culture –

A system of knowledge shared by a group of people

Cultivated behavior

Cultivating Culture

A Spirit of Faithfulness

Acts 2:42,43 (NKJV)

42And they continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. 43Then fear came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were done through the apostles.

“And they continued steadfastly!”

A Spirit of Unity

Acts 2:44 (NKJV)

44Now all who believed were together, and had all things in common,

“There the Lord commands the Blessing!”

A Spirit of Generosity

Acts 2:45 (NKJV)

45and sold their possessions and goods, and divided them among all, as anyone had need.

God loves a cheerful giver!

A Spirit of Joy

Acts 2:46 (NKJV)

46So continuing daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house, they ate their food with gladness and simplicity of heart, 47praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily those who were being saved.

The Lord added to the Church

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

Love and Acceptance