EBD | 02ª LIÇÃO: “A IGREJA DE JERUSALÉM: UM MODELO A SER SEGUIDO”

Key Concepts:

• Igreja de Jerusalém (Church of Jerusalem): Model for all biblical churches.
• Doutrina dos Apóstolos (Doctrine of the Apostles): Teachings of Christ reproduced by the apostles.
• Comunhão (Communion): Fellowship and unity among believers.
• Partir do Pão (Breaking of Bread): Sharing meals together, symbolizing unity and fellowship.
• Orações (Prayers): Regular and fervent prayer life.
• Modelo (Model): Standard to be imitated.
• Igreja Local (Local Church): Specific congregation in a particular place.
• Igreja Universal (Universal Church): The entire body of Christ worldwide.
• Eclesiologia (Ecclesiology): The study of the church.
• Pneumatologia (Pneumatology): The study of the Holy Spirit.
• Ética Cristã (Christian Ethics): Practical application of Christian principles.
• Ortopraxia (Orthopraxy): Correct conduct, both ethical and liturgical.
• Ortodoxia (Orthodoxy): Correct belief or doctrine.
• Ortopatia (Orthopathy): Correct feeling or emotion.
• Diaconia (Diakonia): Service or ministry.
• Diaconia Teológica (Theological Diakonia): Ministry of the Word.
• Diaconia Litúrgica (Liturgical Diakonia): Ministry of worship and sacraments.
• Diaconia Soteriológica (Soteriological Diakonia): Ministry of salvation.
• Evangelho Social (Social Gospel): Focuses primarily on social justice and physical needs.
• Missão Social da Igreja (Social Mission of the Church): The church's responsibility to care for the needy and promote justice.
• Desigrejados (De-churched): Individuals who have left organized church.

1. Main Topics and Key Points:

• A Igreja de Jerusalém como Modelo (The Church of Jerusalem as a Model): The central theme is the Church of Jerusalem serving as a model for all subsequent churches. It emphasizes that the church's foundation is divine, filled with the Holy Spirit, supervised by the apostles, and well-grounded.
• Fundamentos da Igreja de Jerusalém (Foundations of the Church of Jerusalem): The church was founded on the doctrine of the apostles, communion, breaking of bread, and prayers (Atos 2:42).
• Importância do Batismo e da Ceia do Senhor (Importance of Baptism and the Lord's Supper): Baptism and the Lord's Supper are recognized as essential symbols of Christian faith.
• Aplicação dos Princípios à Igreja Atual (Application of Principles to the Current Church): The principles of the Church of Jerusalem should be applied to the current church, emphasizing spiritual practice, welcoming, and worship.
• A Igreja com Sólidos Alicerces (A Church with Solid Foundations): The church is built on the doctrine of the apostles, making it relational and pious.
• A Igreja Observadora dos Símbolos Cristãos (A Church Observing Christian Symbols): The church observes baptism in water and the Lord's Supper.
• A Igreja Modelo (A Model Church): The church is reverent, full of gifts, welcoming, and worshipful.

2. Important Examples, Case Studies, or Real-World Applications Discussed:

• The speaker mentions the situation in "Iraque," referring not to the country but to a community with social vulnerability where the church provides support. This example illustrates the church's role in addressing social needs and transforming lives.
• The speaker contrasts the church's social mission with the "evangelho social" (social gospel), clarifying that the church's primary mission is not merely social activism but the salvation of souls.
• The speaker discusses the issue of "desigrejados" (de-churched individuals), arguing that the Church of Jerusalem's emphasis on community and fellowship refutes the idea of abandoning organized church.

3. Step-by-Step Processes, Methodologies, or Frameworks Explained:

• The speaker outlines the four objectives of a true church based on Mateus 28:19-20: Go, teach, baptize, and teach to observe. Failure in any of these objectives indicates a false church.
• The speaker describes the three aspects of "diaconia" (service) in the Church of Jerusalem: Diaconia teológica (ministry of the Word), diaconia litúrgica (ministry of worship and sacraments), and diaconia soteriológica (ministry of salvation).

4. Key Arguments or Perspectives Presented, with Their Supporting Evidence:

• The Church of Jerusalem as a Model: The main argument is that the Church of Jerusalem serves as a model for all churches. This is supported by the emphasis on the apostles' doctrine, communion, breaking of bread, and prayers (Atos 2:42).
• Doctrine of the Apostles as Doctrine of Christ: The speaker argues that the doctrine of the apostles is the same as the doctrine of Christ, citing Primeira de João 1:3 and the apostle Paul's teachings.
• Importance of Maintaining the Model: The speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining the model of the Church of Jerusalem, warning against deviations and false churches.
• The speaker argues that the church's social mission is distinct from the "evangelho social," emphasizing that the church's primary mission is the salvation of souls, not merely social activism.

5. Notable Quotes or Significant Statements with Proper Attribution:

• Pastor Walber (quoting Atos 2:42): "E perseveravam na doutrina dos apóstolos e na comunhão e no partir do pão e nas orações."
• Evangelista Michles: "A igreja de Jerusalém, como igreja mãe, tornou-se exemplo para as demais. Um modelo a ser seguido por todas as igrejas verdadeiramente bíblicas."
• Pastor Wber: "Doutrina dos apóstolos é doutrina do próprio Jesus Cristo."
• Pastor Jaon: "O modelo da igreja ela não foi construída por um sociólogo... Quem define a igreja enquanto igreja, a sua natureza é a escritura, é a Bíblia."

6. Technical Terms, Concepts, or Specialized Vocabulary with Brief Explanations:

• Eclesiologia (Ecclesiology): The study of the church.
• Pneumatologia (Pneumatology): The study of the Holy Spirit.
• Ética Cristã (Christian Ethics): Practical application of Christian principles.
• Ortopraxia (Orthopraxy): Correct conduct, both ethical and liturgical.
• Ortodoxia (Orthodoxy): Correct belief or doctrine.
• Ortopatia (Orthopathy): Correct feeling or emotion.
• Diaconia (Diakonia): Service or ministry.
• Evangelho Social (Social Gospel): Focuses primarily on social justice and physical needs.

7. Logical Connections Between Different Sections and Ideas:

• The discussion begins with the Church of Jerusalem as a model and then delves into its foundations, including doctrine, communion, and prayer.
• The importance of baptism and the Lord's Supper is discussed as essential symbols of Christian faith.
• The application of these principles to the current church is emphasized, highlighting the need for spiritual practice, welcoming, and worship.
• The speaker connects the church's social mission with the "evangelho social," clarifying the distinction between the two.
• The speaker addresses the issue of "desigrejados" (de-churched individuals), arguing that the Church of Jerusalem's emphasis on community refutes the idea of abandoning organized church.

8. Any Data, Research Findings, or Statistics Mentioned:

• The speaker mentions that in the New Testament, there are 115 words referring to the church, with over 80% referring to a local church.
• The speaker notes that the church began with 3,000 members, then grew to 5,000, and then the number was no longer counted.

9. Clear Section Headings for Different Topics:

• A Igreja de Jerusalém como Modelo (The Church of Jerusalem as a Model)
• Fundamentos da Igreja de Jerusalém (Foundations of the Church of Jerusalem)
• A Igreja com Sólidos Alicerces (A Church with Solid Foundations)
• A Igreja Observadora dos Símbolos Cristãos (A Church Observing Christian Symbols)
• A Igreja Modelo (A Model Church)

10. A Brief Synthesis/Conclusion of the Main Takeaways:

The main takeaway is that the Church of Jerusalem serves as a model for all churches, emphasizing the importance of the apostles' doctrine, communion, breaking of bread, and prayers. The church's social mission is distinct from the "evangelho social," and the church should focus on the salvation of souls. The principles of the Church of Jerusalem should be applied to the current church, emphasizing spiritual practice, welcoming, and worship. The church should maintain the model of the Church of Jerusalem, warning against deviations and false churches.