What can grace do for our church?

I. Grace creates an 'image.'—v. 19-23 (Paul preaching Christ post-conversion)

Explanation: We're missing the point of God's plan for our church when we…

A. Don't engage the current culture with the teachings of Christology.

B. Don't envision our community as 'potential' for our church

C. Don't broadcast our message pervasively!

II. Grace encourages team-work (v. 28) (coming & going)

A. We need to encourage full devotion to Christ by
1. Presenting opportunities for service
2. Promoting the rewards of spiritual growth
3. Participation in the life of the church

B. When those of us with leadership gifts fail to lead effectively, the entire local church is affected, not to mention the unchurched people in our communities.

III. Grace revives a church v. 31

It's a process:

A. It brings rest (peace)
B. It builds (spiritual development)
C. It promotes walking in the fear of the Lord and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost

***Note that they were walking in…all at the same time!

D. –Result---Increase 'were multiplied'