SPIRIT-FILLED SERVANTS

Acts 6 offers a helpful look into the inner workings of the young church. Already facing pressure and enduring suffering (Acts 5), the church now encounters internal struggle and must face it head-on. Neglect then and now leads to estrangement and disharmony. Like Moses appointing faithful servants to shoulder the load, the church sets apart Spirit-filled servants to get busy. The problem opens the door for greater partnership and the gospel is multiplied. The Word created the church; therefore, the church body and leadership is driven by the Word. With the internal opposition behind them, external persecution only begins to intensify. Yet, the Lord does great wonders through his body and the church shines in a dark world.

Use these questions to read, reflect, and live out Acts 06 this week:

Acts 6v1-4
What happens as the church grows in number?

Acts 6v5-6
What is the characteristic of a NT leader?

Acts 6v5-7
What happened when the church worked together as one?

Acts 6v8-15
How should a believer face opposition?

Acts 6v12-15
What is the charge against Stephen?

The Small Groups will study Acts 05 beginning July 29. Brady Giesler will be preaching out of Acts 6 this weekend. Pray for him as he prays and prepares.