41 Those who gladly received his word were baptized. About three thousand persons were added the same day.

42 They continued devoting themselves to doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.

43 Every person experienced a sense of awe, for the apostles did many wonders and signs.

44 All those who believed stayed together. They held all things in common.

45 They sold their possessions and goods, and distributed them to all men, as every man had need.

46 They continued daily with one accord in the temple, and breaking bread from house to house. They ate their food with gladness and singleness of heart.

47 As they praised God, they had favor with all the people. God added to the congregation daily those being saved.