Putting God first was never meant to be a solo pursuit. In this episode, Rohan Bell unpacks why belonging to a local church is a core expression of Christian faith—showing from Acts 2 that devotion, shared life, and spiritual community are essential to living with purpose and eternity in view.

👀 What you’ll discover in this episode...

✅ 🏠 Why the Christian life is never meant to be lived in isolation

✅ 🤝 What true biblical “fellowship” (koinonia) really means

✅ 📖 How the early church devoted themselves to teaching, prayer, and shared life

✅ 🍞 Why circles (homes, meals, groups) matter just as much as rows (Sunday gatherings)

✅ 🌍 How deep church community becomes a powerful witness to the world

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Introducing the theme: belonging and putting God first

02:34 – Why church is covenant, not consumerism

05:38 – Acts 2:42–47 and the life of the early church

07:46 – Fellowship as shared life, not just social connection

11:15 – Living devoted lives that attract others to Jesus

🙋‍♂️ Reflection and Application

Are you merely attending church—or are you truly devoted to the people of God? Ask yourself: How connected am I to teaching, fellowship, shared life, and prayer—and what is one step I could take this week to deepen that commitment?

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🎯 Alternate SEO Podcast Titles

Why the Christian Life Can’t Be Lived Alone

Belonging, Not Just Attending: The Heart of the Local Church

Acts 2 and the Power of True Christian Community

Putting God First by Loving His Church

Fellowship, Community, and the Life God Intended