Acts, 6

10. They found they could not stand up against him because of his wisdom, and the Spirit that prompted what he said.

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Acts of Apostles 6 describes the choice and order of the seven deacons, which would be responsible for serving the tables of Greek believers and thus solving a problem of food distribution in the church. The following verses are related to the topics addressed in this chapter:

Philippians 1:1 - "Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, to all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with bishops and deacons." This verse points out that the early church had an established order, with deacons among its leaders.

1 Timothy 3:8 - "In the same way, deacons are worthy, not a fold, not given to much wine, not coveted of dishonest profit." Here Paul gives specific instructions on the qualities that deacons should have.

Acts of the Apostles 6:5 - "And this opinion was content to the whole multitude, and they elected Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, and Filipe, and Procoro, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Nicholas and Nicholas, Prosélito de Antioch . " This verse shows the choice of seven deacons and their qualities.

1 Peter 4:10-11-"Serve one another according to the gift they have received, as good dwarfs of the multiform grace of God. If anyone speaks, speak according to the words of God; if anyone serves, do it in strength May God supply, that in all things God will be glorified through Jesus Christ, to whom Glory and power belongs to everyone ever. Amen. " This verse highlights the importance of service in the church and how it should be performed.

Romans 16:1-2-"I recommend our sister Febe, who is serving in the church that is in cencréia; so that you may receive it in the Lord, as it suits the saints, and help you in everything you need; Because it has been a protector of many, and of me in particular. " This verse highlights the role of women in the church and their contribution to service and ministry.