In those days when the disciples were increasing in number, the Grecian Jews began to grumble against the Hebraic Jews, because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. Cross References Acts 2:47praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. And the Lord added to their number daily those who were being saved. Acts 4:35 and lay them at the apostles' feet for distribution to anyone as he had need. Acts 6:2 So the Twelve summoned all the disciples and said, "It is unacceptable for us to neglect the word of God in order to wait on tables. Acts 6:7 So the word of God continued to spread. The number of disciples in Jerusalem grew rapidly, and a great number of priests became obedient to the faith. Acts 9:29 He talked and debated with the Grecian Jews, but they tried to kill him. Acts 9:39 So Peter got up and went with them. On his arrival, they took him to the upper room. All the widows stood around him, weeping and showing him the tunics and other clothing that Dorcas had made while she was still with them. Acts 9:41 Peter took her by the hand and helped her up. Then he called the saints and widows and presented her to them alive. Acts 11:20 But some of them, men from Cyprus and Cyrene, went to Antioch and began speaking to the Greeks as well, proclaiming the good news about the Lord Jesus. Acts 11:26 and when he found him, he brought him back to Antioch. So for a full year they met together with the church and taught large numbers of people. The disciples were first called Christians at Antioch. Acts 11:29 So the disciples, each according to his ability, decided to send relief to the brothers living in Judea. Romans 12:7 if it is serving, let him serve; if it is teaching, let him teach; 2 Corinthians 11:22 Are they Hebrews? So am I. Are they Israelites? So am I. Are they descendants of Abraham? So am I. Philippians 3:5 circumcised on the eighth day, of the people of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin; a Hebrew of Hebrews; as to the Law, a Pharisee; 1 Timothy 5:3 Support the widows who are truly in need. 1 Timothy 5:5 The widow who is truly in need and left all alone puts her hope in God and continues night and day in her petitions and prayers. Chapter Outline 1. The apostles, desirous to have the poor cared for, 2. as also careful themselves to dispense the word of God, the food of the soul, 3. recommend, 5. and with the church's consent ordain seven chosen men to the office of deaconship. 7. The word of God prevails, 8. Stephen, full of faith and the Holy Spirit, confuting those with whom he disputed, 12. is brought before the council, 13. and falsely accused of blasphemy against the law and the temple. Jump to Previous Care Complained Complaint Complaints Daily Disciples Distribution Grecian Grecians Greek Greek-Speaking Habitually Hebrews Hellenistic Hellenists Increasing Jews Ministration Multiplied Multiplying Murmuring Native Neglected Overlooked Part Protests Service Serving Time WidowsJump to Next Care Complained Complaint Complaints Daily Disciples Distribution Grecian Grecians Greek Greek-Speaking Habitually Hebrews Hellenistic Hellenists Increasing Jews Ministration Multiplied Multiplying Murmuring Native Neglected Overlooked Part Protests Service Serving Time Widows |
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