Returning to the Roots of Faith: The Apostolic Gathering in Homes
Many modern denominational structures and traditions lack a biblical foundation. To align with the apostolic model, we must return to the practices of the first-century church. The apostolic church gathered primarily in homes, which served as the structural foundation for family and community. It was in an upper room—a home—that 120 believers waited with anticipation to fulfill their apostolic calling. Jesus instructed his disciples not to rely on their own strength or talents, but to wait for the promise of the Father: the Holy Spirit. As recorded in Acts 1:8, Jesus promised that once the Holy Spirit came upon them, they would receive power to be his witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. The New Testament documents the church meeting in homes at least 13 times. References such as Acts 2:46, 5:42, 8:3, and 20:20 describe believers moving from house to house, breaking bread, praying, and ministering the Word. The home provided an environment where peopl...