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Ohio · 11-18-2008, 04:41 AM

The matter of "handing over" finds its support in the N.T. in Acts 4.32-37. The disciples had "all things common," and "as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them," and the proceeds were "placed at the feet of the apostles." Reading these verses alone, the case might be fairly compelling. This account provides one of the fruits of the Spirit following Pentecost. The story does not end positively, however. The end of the story is two disciples being "slain in the spirit," and "great fear came upon the whole church."

The scriptural record never refers to this event again. No N.T. teaching or practice alluded to this. Whenever this practice was attempted again, the results were painful. The "communes" of the 60's and 70's attempted this. Karl Marx based his communist theories upon these "ideals." Perhaps only the post-pogrom kibitzes in early 20th century Israel enjoyed any amount of success. At least that I am aware of.

We should take note that the end of the record is "great fear came upon the whole church."

11-18-2008, 04:41 AM	#63
Ohio Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Greater Ohio Posts: 13,693	Re: "Early Nee" vs. "Later Nee" The matter of "handing over" finds its support in the N.T. in Acts 4.32-37. The disciples had "all things common," and "as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them," and the proceeds were "placed at the feet of the apostles." Reading these verses alone, the case might be fairly compelling. This account provides one of the fruits of the Spirit following Pentecost. The story does not end positively, however. The end of the story is two disciples being "slain in the spirit," and "great fear came upon the whole church." The scriptural record never refers to this event again. No N.T. teaching or practice alluded to this. Whenever this practice was attempted again, the results were painful. The "communes" of the 60's and 70's attempted this. Karl Marx based his communist theories upon these "ideals." Perhaps only the post-pogrom kibitzes in early 20th century Israel enjoyed any amount of success. At least that I am aware of. We should take note that the end of the record is "great fear came upon the whole church." __________________ Ohio's motto is: With God all things are possible!. Keeping all my posts short, quick, living, and to the point!