Ncommentary on the book of acts chapter 6

The word of god was enough to take up all the thoughts, cares, and time of the apostles. Acts 6, new international version niv the bible app. The book of acts also describes the work of the two apostles peter and paul. Study guide for acts 6 by david guzik blue letter bible. The progress of the word of god in jerusalem, acts 6. Acts chapter 6 questions for discussion the living word. Ammanuel montreal evangelical church amec recommended for. The persons chosen to serve tables must be duly qualified. The angel took incense and offered it with the prayers of all saints upon the altar.

They and other jews from the provinces of cilicia and asia started arguing with stephen. The increase of the church, by the addition of many to it, acts 6. And today our churches should be marked by the same convictionthat the ministry of the word. He then took the censer and filled it with fire of the altar of incense, and threw it into the earth. At this time, the church was quite young, but growing rapidly. Book of acts versebyverse bible study and indepth commentary of the acts of the apostles in plain english for everyone to understand. Nowhere in this chapter of acts are these men called deacons, but most consider they were the first to fulfill the office of deacon as described in 1 timothy 3. The former account i made, o theophilus, of all that jesus began both to do and teach.

Content includes book studies on luke, ephesians, thessalonians, james, 1 samuel, john, and acts. Acts chapter 7 1 and in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the grecians against the hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration. David guzik commentary on acts 6, where the apostles arrange for deacons to be nominated to serve at the tables, and stephen gets arrested. In verse 4, we find that the number of the believing men had grown to what number. Acts chapter 6 david guziks commentaries on the bible.

Therefore, the apostles had much more time to preach. Our story starts off where the gospel of luke left offjesus is back now that hes resurrected, jesus decides to hang out and chat with his disciples whom luke calls apostles for forty days. Acts free bible commentary on the book of acts in easy. No segment of jewish society was beyond the reach of the gospel. Acts 6 the appointment of deacons and the arrest of stephen a. Chapter 5 thus ends with the statement that, in spite of the persecution and threats the apostles received at the hands of the sanhedrin, they were not intimidated, and they were not silenced, nor did the preaching of the word cease. We see the important role of prayer again here in chapter 6. Acts chapter 6 1611 kjv king james version 1 and in those dayes when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the grecians against the hebrewes, because their widowes were neglected in the daily ministration.

Many of these were jews from other countriesjews of the. Text, mp3 and video lessons and sermons in 50 languages. Commentaries for acts chapter 6 the hellenistic jewish christian witness. Lessons from acts 6 blog danville church of christ. In the days following gamaliels advice, the number of the disciples was multipliedbut there arose a murmuring of who against who. The discontent that was among the disciples about the distribution of. The book of the acts of the apostles forms the fifth, and last, of the historical books of the new testament. First, paul did have an extensive ministry during the first journey in southern galatia chapters and 14. Acts 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. These proofs include his resurrection, his conference with the disciples, and the instructions that he left for them before he ascended into heaven. And on this account it has been generally placed at the end of the four gospels. This seminarylevel study also retains its depth and uses an engaging interactive format.

On the day of pentecost, three thousand souls were added to the small band of jesus disciples. He was well spoken of by the brethren who were at lystra. Acts 6 commentary albert barnes notes on the whole bible. Chapter five concludes by saying, every day, in the temple and at. Learn acts of the apostles chapter 6 with free interactive flashcards. Acts chapter 6 coffmans commentary of the new testament. Read acts 16 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Acts 6 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this. It thrills us to receive letters telling us we are teaching on a level that almost anyone can comprehend. Commentary on the book of acts of the apostles by matthew.

How can we help our church leaders to be more effective. When the number of disciples was multiplied see note on 4. Acts chapter 4 explained discover the 66 books of the bible. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. The discontent that was among the disciples about the distribution of the public charity v. Acts 6 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. There arose a murmuring against the hebrews by the hellenists. Study of acts discussion notes chapter 6 introduction acts 6 is a brief chapter preceding a very lengthy chapter 7. In the days following gamaliels advice, the number of the disciples was. Welcome to ivy baptist churchs bible study on demand before beginning this study, please take an opportunity to download the worksheet for this bible study.

Acts chapter 5 explained discover the 66 books of the bible. Even though chapter 6 is brief, there is much to be learned and much applicable directly to the local church today. The apostles had chosen them to distribute food to the poorer believers. Sep 28, 2011 posts about summary of acts 6 written by atozmom. A key idea in the book of acts is that believers should be witnesses for jesus everywhere they go. The grecian jews the minority complained to the hebraic jews the majority that their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. The discontent that was among the disciples about the distribution of the public charity, acts 6. The former group thought that their widows were being treated unfairly because they were not receiving the same amount of food as other widows. They were afraid about the seriousness of hypocrisy and sin in the church. Church leaders prayed for courage to proclaim the gospel in the face of.

In addition, there are topical studies on issues such as spiritual leadership, gods redemptive plan, and old testament character studies. Bible commentary on the book of acts, chapter 6, by dr. The book of acts course a, lesson 6 free bible study. Acts chapter 6 as the number of disciples increased, a conflict began between the hellenistic jews and the hebraic jews. Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a complaint against the hebrews by the hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Study the bible online using commentary on acts 6 and more. Attempts to prove that the office of deacon existed in the early church get no help outside of two pauline passages, yet these leave little doubt that both the office. So, then, because the helpers distributed the food, the apostles did not have to do it any longer. Acts 16 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.

Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a complaint against the hebrews by the hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. This very short chapter narrates the preliminaries of stephens martyrdom, noting that it occurred following a period of great growth and prosperity for the new faith, that stephens rise to prominence was a result of his appointment as one of the seven chosen to administer the distribution of food to the needy, an appointment brought about by complaints of neglecting the grecian. This very short chapter narrates the preliminaries of stephens martyrdom, noting that it occurred following a period of great growth and prosperity for the new faith, that stephens rise to prominence was a result of his appointment as one of the seven chosen to administer the distribution of food to the needy, an appointment brought about by complaints of neglecting the grecian widows, and that his. Acts chapter 1 begins with a summary of proofs of the life of jesus christ. These were jews who had been slaves, but had bought or been given their freedom. The flesh begins to shew itself, in the midst of the power of the holy ghost, the trouble arising from the different circumstances of the disciples, and in those things in which grace had been especially manifested, on the side on which they were connected with the flesh. Acts commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. The church in jerusalem had grown rapidly by this time cf. And a certain man lame from his mothers womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into the temple. With bible gateway plus, you gain instant access to a digital bible study library, including complete notes from the niv cultural backgrounds study bible and the new bible commentary.

His taking timothy into his acquaintance and under his tuition. Ammanuel montreal evangelical church amec recommended for you 52. Conversion of ethiopian eunuch son of ham, chapter 8. Acts 5 new international version niv ananias and sapphira. A better title would be the acts or the workings of the holy spirit, because he is the real main character of the book. Acts of the apostles chapter six objectives in studying this chapter 1 to note how the church in jerusalem handled their internal problems 2 to examine the process of selecting and appointing those who serve in the lords church 3 to evaluate the charges that were brought against stephen summary as the disciples in jerusalem multiplied in. To remedy the evil complained of, the apostles appoint seven deacons to superintend the temporal affairs of the church, acts 6. It is some rebuke to barnabas that after he left paul we hear no more of him, of what he did or suffered for christ. Here is a bible study with commentary and a summary over acts chapter six.

The discontent that was among the disciples about the distribution of the public charity. Who gathered together at jerusalem as a council against peter and john in verses 5 and 6. Acts chapter 6 explained discover the 66 books of the bible. What was the result of their distributing the administration work. The hellenistic jews complain against the hebrews, that their widows were neglected in the daily ministration, acts 6. The election and ordination of seven men, who should take care of that matter, and ease the apostles of the burden v. Acts 6 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Today we hope to discuss the stirring of the people. Read acts commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible.

Acts 6 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. The word deacon simply means servant, and these men were certainly servants. Certain men came down from judea and taught the brethren, unless you are circumcised according. The first part of this chapter contains an account of the appointment of deacons. Acts 6 and 7 are lukes literaryhistorical way of beginning to discuss the gentile mission. Pauls epistles, as many circumstances in them are referred to by the narrative contained. Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a complaint against the hebrews by the hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution a. Second, pauls alleged ministry in northern galatia was brief, even if he did pass through there at acts 16.

As the church grew, more specialized forms of ministry minister means servant were developed, such as deacon and deaconess. The dispute between the men from judea and paul and barnabas. At one time the gospel of luke and the book of acts were joined together as one book with two volumes. Synagogue of the freedmen acts 6 bible study questions handout acts 6. Hildebrand, of the briercrest bible institute, caronport, saskatchewan, he pointed out to me that the book of acts, chapters 6, 7, and 8, suggests. Choose from 500 different sets of acts of the apostles chapter 6 flashcards on quizlet.

Bob is a pastorteacher and elder at community bible chapel in richardson, texas, and has contributed many of his bible study series for use by the foundation. Study acts 5 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Before you attempt to answer the questions below you should read these chapters in the bible and answer the questions at the end of each chapter found at the website answer the questions below and then click ok to send your answers. The presence and working of the holy spirit is the dominating mark of the book of acts. The election and ordination of seven men, who should take care of that matter, and ease the apostles of the burden. Acts 6 new international version niv the choosing of the seven. Study the bible online using commentary on acts and more. In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the hellenistic jews among them complained against the hebraic jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. As peter and john spoke to the people, who came up. The election and ordination of seven men, who should take care of that matter, and ease the apostles of the burden, acts 6. This expression was used of jesus when he healed mark 6. When they had prayed, they laid their hands on them. Bobdeffinbaugh graduated from dallas theological seminary with his th. They prayed in chapter 1, for example, over the decision to make matthias an apostle.