Daily Devotional

Read Acts 6:1-7. As the number of Christians was rapidly increasing, dissension arose in the Church, rooted in differences in culture. A distinction was made between Grecian and Hebraic widows in the daily distribution of food made to needy widows. Grecian Jews (Hellenists), were considered inferior to their Hebraic cousins. Thus, they were given less food.
The Apostles didn’t view the situation as an organizational oversight, but as a spiritual attack of the Devil. So, they responded with spiritual insight.
They established a priority of service. They said to the Church, “We appreciate the importance of this problem. But we can’t allow anything to deter us from the preaching of the Word. But you can help us if you’re willing to play your role and do your part.”
As we serve, we must remember that the first priority of the Church is the Word of God. Our service to hurting people must be a reflection of our commitment to Christ and His Gospel.
They set criteria for service—believers, with a good reputation, spiritual and wise. It’s never a good idea to look to the world to help us carry out the ministry of the Gospel. Ministry demands that we be Holy Spirit led and Holy Spirit dependent, able to apply scriptural knowledge to practical situations.
Those chosen to serve were consecrated by prayer. Praying Christians are strong Christians. Too often, we try to do our work purely on human strength and intellect. But when we know the presence and power of the Holy Spirit, then we’re able to let go and let God.
As a result, two important things happened: The Word of God prospered and the number of the disciples increased. The same will happen today. If we are led by Christ, if we submit to Christ’s authority, if we prioritize Christ’s Word, if we immerse ourselves in prayer, if we labor to meet needs iin Christ’s name, then God will add to our number.

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