³² All the believers were one in heart and mind. No one claimed that any of their possessions was their own, but they shared everything they had. ³³ With great power the apostles continued to testify to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And God’s grace was so powerfully at work in them all ³⁴ that there were no needy persons among them. For from time to time those who owned land or houses sold them, brought the money from the sales ³⁵ and put it at the apostles’ feet, and it was distributed to anyone who had need.
- Acts 4:32-35
 
This week’s passage shows the Domino Effect in action. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is starting to transform the world. And this transformation rolls out as a new community is created.
 
Take a moment to read through the passage slowly three times. If you’re in a place where you can read it aloud, give that a try.
 
As you read, allow the Lord to direct your attention to a word or phrase that describes this new community. After you finish reading, reflect on the following questions:

• What’s significant about the word or phrase that caught your attention?
• In what ways does the community you see in the passage look like your experience of communities in your own life? What’s the same? What’s different?
• How does Jesus’ resurrection impact this community?