The early church’s unity and togetherness was was very apparent and affected all aspects of their lives, according to Acts 2:44-45. Additionally, Luke writes at the end of v.46, that they were doing this with joyful and sincere or humble hearts. This indicates their hospitality and generosity wasn’t considered as a detriment to their own happiness or viewed as some crushing burden, but rather they felt privileged to serve the Lord in this way. Being saved didn’t get old to this group. The only explanation of this is that they were increasingly enthralled by their salvation and inclusion in the church. And now we know the problem when we are starting to think that the Lord requires too much of us. After all, our flesh tells us that we are entitled to think selfishly in at least some areas of our lives. When those thoughts are creeping in, our view of God’s gracious love toward us is very small.
On the other hand, it’s a great thing to be served by someone who meets your needs, but it’s quite another thing when someone serves you with joy and humility. One who serves like that has rightly comprehended God’s love of their own soul. Accordingly, look at the beginning of v.47 to see what this led to—praising God and favor with all the people. They were giving God the glory and their Spirit-produced characteristics were a compelling testimony to all who witnessed it. This is when it is certain the Spirit is at work in a church body.