Finding a Church That Still Looks Like Acts 2
- Pastor Bo
- Aug 1
- 4 min read
What should a New Testament church actually look like? Many believers read the book of Acts and wonder whether the pattern of the early church can still be found today.
Every church has its own style, but our concern is not style; it is Scripture. At Assembly of the Acts Christian Fellowship in McKinney, Texas, we are committed to the Bible, Spirit-filled worship, and our desire is to recover the pattern we see in the book of Acts.
What the Early Church Actually Looked Like
Acts 2:42 says the believers continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine, fellowship, breaking of bread, and prayers. No altar-stage production. No celebrity lone voice, just Scripture, sincere fellowship, and the Spirit moving among the whole body, not just through one man on a platform.
We believe that is more than an inspiring historical snapshot. It is the pattern Christ gave His Assembly.
A Bible Church That Still Believes in Spirit-Filled Worship
Among churches in McKinney, TX, we are unapologetically a Bible church first. Scripture governs everything we teach and practice. And because we take Scripture seriously, we do not stop at the book of Acts as history. We hold to a continuationist conviction that the gifts of the Spirit described in the New Testament are still active and welcome today. That is what Spirit-filled worship means to us: not hype, but the Holy Spirit genuinely moving among His gathered people.
Five Marks of a Church Worth Joining
Before you commit to a church in McKinney, test it against these:
1. Is Scripture the final authority, or a talking point?
The Bible is taught plainly, applied directly. Not reinterpreted to fit a doctrine, denomination, or organization.
2. Is leadership plural, or is one man the whole show?
The New Testament consistently shows churches led by a plurality of elders rather than a ministry centered on one individual.
3. Do people participate, or do they watch?
1 Corinthians 14:26 describes a gathering where everyone brings something. Not a passive audience clapping on cue.
4. Are the gifts of the Spirit welcomed, or explained away?
If the gifts described in 1 Corinthians 12-14 are absent from church life, it is worth asking why.
5. Is it an Assembly, or simply another Sunday service?
The word "church" has been rebranded so many times it barely means anything now. We use the word "Assembly" intentionally because it reminds us that the church is first and foremost a gathered people, not a building or an event.
Why Assembly of the Acts Is Different
Assembly of the Acts Christian Fellowship was planted to call believers back to the simplicity of New Testament Christianity.
Here is what that means in practice:
Scripture as the final authority
Plurality of elders
Participatory gatherings
Continuation of spiritual gifts
Simple, Christ-centered worship rather than performance
Who This Fellowship Is For
This fellowship is:
For the believer who has grown weary of spectator Christianity.
For the one who reads Acts 2 and wonders why the church no longer looks like that.
For those who hunger for the Word, welcome the work of the Holy Spirit, and are ready to become part of a body rather than an audience.
If those are the things you have been searching for, we invite you to come and worship with us.
Come and See (John 1:39, 46)
If you have been attending church yet still sense that something is missing, perhaps what you are longing for is not another program but deeper biblical fellowship. The New Testament describes a church where every believer has a place, where Christ is central, and where His Word governs everything.
The New Testament church was never meant to be built around personalities, productions, or spectators. It was designed to be a community devoted to Christ, grounded in His Word, strengthened through fellowship, and empowered by the Holy Spirit. That is the pattern we believe Scripture still calls us to today.
We gather Sundays at 9:00 AM at:
Assembly of the Acts Christian Fellowship
3128 Hudson Crossing, Unit G4
McKinney, TX 75070
Come with your Bible. Come ready to participate, not just observe. Come hungry.
We would be honored to welcome you as our guest.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "New Testament church" mean?
It means a church that patterns its structure and practice after what Scripture shows us in the book of Acts and the epistles, rather than modern church trends. That includes plural elders, participatory gatherings, and Spirit-empowered worship.
Do you believe in the gifts of the Holy Spirit?
Yes. We hold to a continuationist position, meaning the gifts described in 1 Corinthians 12-14 did not cease with the apostles and are still active in the church today.
Is Assembly of the Acts led by one pastor?
No. We follow the New Testament pattern of a plurality of elders rather than a single-pastor hierarchy.
What Bible translation do you use?
We primarily use the King James Version (KJV), while recognizing that other translations can also be helpful for study.
What should I expect as a first-time visitor?
A gathering centered on Scripture, prayer, and worship, with room for every believer to participate, not just observe from a seat.
When and where do you meet?
Sundays at 9:00 AM, 3128 Hudson Crossing, Unit G4, McKinney, TX 75070.
For those outside McKinney or unable to attend in person, we also stream our gatherings live so you can join us online.
Whether you are new to the area or simply searching for a church that reflects the pattern of the New Testament, we encourage you to search the Scriptures for yourself. If what you've read resonates with you, we'd be honored to welcome you to one of our gatherings.
About the Author
Bola Olu-Jordan, known to many as Pastor Bo, is a Bible teacher and elder-pastor at Assembly of the Acts Christian Fellowship in McKinney, Texas. His ministry is devoted to helping believers understand Scripture, grow in prayer, and return to the pattern of New Testament Christianity. He writes on biblical teaching, Christian living, and the life of the local church.
Read more of his biblical articles at BosVoice, or plan a visit to Assembly of the Acts Christian Fellowship.
NOTE: If you're wondering why the Bible distinguishes between preaching and pastoral oversight, you may also enjoy our article Pastor vs. Preacher: The Biblical Difference Every Christian Should Know.
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