Everyone Chooses a Church

Scott Beyer
05/04/23 - Bulletin

“So then, some were shouting one thing and some another, for the assembly was in confusion, and the majority did not know for what reason they had come together.” (Acts 19:32)

The Greek word for assembly in this passage? Ekklesia – the same word for ‘church’.

There are two churches:

The church of the world where everyone shouts what they want, confusion reigns, and the majority rules through strength, not reason.

The church of Christ where all listen to the King, confusion is dispelled through seeking truth, and the narrow path is sought through hearts of service and submission to Christ and one another.

Everyone chooses a church.

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: Acts 19:32-20:2

Questions to ask:

1. How does this show the continuation of Jesus’ work now going on in the church?
2. How is the gospel, Paul’s preaching, and/or Paul’s defense received?
3. What is the Holy Spirit doing in this text?
4. What in our reading shows how Paul handled adversity and difficulty?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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