a paraphrased study
42 - And they (the first, earliest believers, after they received the promise of the Father, the baptism of his Holy Spirit/Presence) devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship of breaking bread together and of prayers. 43 Awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and they held all things in common. 45 They were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. (This is not communism which is everything said to be common but all held by the state/human government.) 46 Every day they were continuing steadfastly in the temple breaking bread together in their homes, partaking and sharing of food with gladness and sincerity of heart, 47 praising God and finding favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number each day those who were being saved.
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