Acts Chapter 6 Flashcards

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What widows were neglected in the ministry of the early church?

Hellenist

Who was murmured against because of the way they were neglecting widows?

The Hebrews

Who called the disciples together concerning the neglect of the widows?

The twelve

What job did those who called the disciples together ask if they were to leave the word of God to do?

Serve tables Signup and view all the answers

How many men were the brethren to look for in taking care of the widows?

Seven Signup and view all the answers

What were to be the qualifications of the men appointed to take charge in caring for the widows?

Of good reputation, and full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom Signup and view all the answers

List the seven men chosen to see that the widows were taken care of.

Nicolas, Philip, Nicanor, Stephen, Timon, Parmenas, Prochorus Signup and view all the answers

Who was the man full of faith and the Holy Spirit?

Stephen Signup and view all the answers

Who was the proselyte of Antioch?

Nicolas Signup and view all the answers

When the men were chosen to take care of the widows, what did the apostles do in appointing them?

Prayed, laid hands on them Signup and view all the answers

Where did the word of God increase and the number of disciples multiply?

Jerusalem Signup and view all the answers

A great many of the ______ were obedient to the faith?

Priests Signup and view all the answers

Who had a dispute with Stephen over his teaching and preaching?

Those from Asia, Alexandrians, Cyrenians, Those from Cilicia Signup and view all the answers

From what synagogue were those who argued with Stephen?

Synagogue of the Freedmen Signup and view all the answers

What were those who had a dispute with Stephen not able to resist?

The wisdom and the spirit by which he spoke Signup and view all the answers

Who did some say that Stephen had spoken blasphemous words against?

Moses and God Signup and view all the answers

What is blasphemy?

Disrespect; desecrate Signup and view all the answers

Who was stirred up against Stephen?

People, Elders, Scribes Signup and view all the answers

After some were stirred up against Stephen, to whom was he taken?

The council Signup and view all the answers

What kind of witness was set up against Stephen?

False Signup and view all the answers

Against what two things did witnesses say Stephen had blasphemed?

Holy place and Law Signup and view all the answers

Who did Stephen say would destroy the holy place of the Jews?

Jesus of Nazareth Signup and view all the answers

Who delivered the customs that would be changed by Jesus of Nazareth?

Moses Signup and view all the answers

When the council looked at Stephen, what did his face look like?

The face of an angel Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Early Church and Widows

Hellenist widows (Greek-speaking Jews) were neglected in the early church's ministry.
Discontent arose from Hebrews regarding this neglect.

Apostolic Response

The twelve apostles convened the disciples to address the issue of widows' care.
They emphasized the importance of their ministry in preaching the Word over serving tables.

Appointment of Assistants

The apostles instructed brethren to select seven men for caring for the widows.
Candidates must possess a good reputation, be full of the Holy Spirit, and demonstrate wisdom.

Selection of the Seven

Seven men chosen included: Nicolas, Philip, Nicanor, Stephen, Timon, Parmenas, and Prochorus.
Stephen was notable for being full of faith and the Holy Spirit; Nicolas was a proselyte from Antioch.

Apostolic Action

After the selection, the apostles prayed and laid hands on the appointed men.

Growth of the Church

The word of God spread, and the number of disciples increased significantly in Jerusalem.
Many priests became obedient to the faith.

Conflict with Stephen

Disputes arose against Stephen from various groups, including those from Asia, Alexandrians, Cyrenians, and Cilicia.
Opponents were from the Synagogue of the Freedmen.

Resistance to Stephen

Critics were unable to counteract the wisdom and spirit through which Stephen spoke.
Stephen was falsely accused of speaking blasphemous words against Moses and God.

Accusations and Trial

Blasphemy is defined as disrespect or desecration, which was charged against Stephen.
People, elders, and scribes were stirred against him, leading to his being brought before the council.

False Testimony

False witnesses accused Stephen of blasphemy regarding the holy place and the law.
Stephen claimed that Jesus of Nazareth would destroy the Jewish holy place.

Prophetic Connections

Moses was the one who delivered customs that would be altered by Jesus.

Stephen’s Divine Countenance

When examined by the council, Stephen's face appeared like that of an angel.

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Test your knowledge on Acts Chapter 6 with these flashcards. This quiz covers key events and figures related to the early church's ministry and the issues of widow neglect. Perfect for students and believers wanting to deepen their understanding of the scripture.