The early church consisted of a group of people who were banded together by their common faith and love for the Lord Jesus Christ. 
They were not known for wealth, popularity or prestige but for their devotion and resemblance to the Lord Jesus Christ. For which cause, their enemies scornfully tagged them as “Christians” – or little Christs. Yet, this name became their greatest badge of honor.
What was the secret behind these unusual people? How did they make such an impact on such a low budget? I believe it had nothing to do with their material status but everything to do with their passion and commitment to Christ. They had very little from a physical standpoint, but they were rich in the Lord and accomplished great things for His eternal glory! The only model and proper benchmark for today’s church is what God recorded in His Word. No need for polls, surveys or comparisons – just search the Scriptures like the noble brethren of Berea.
In my estimation the definitive Scripture which captures the life, the heartbeat, and the pulse of the early church is Acts 2:42, “And they (the believers) continued steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers.” Their lives revolved around the Lord’s Body on the earth—the church.