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This proposal pleased the whole group. They chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, as well as Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas from Antioch, a convert to Judaism. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 6:5? 2. Why was Stephen described as "full of faith and the Holy Spirit"? 3. How can we emulate Stephen's faith in our daily lives? 4. What role does the Holy Spirit play in Acts 6:5 and today? 5. How does Acts 6:5 connect with the qualifications for church leaders in 1 Timothy 3? 6. What steps can we take to be "full of faith" like Stephen? 7. Why were these seven men, including Stephen, chosen in Acts 6:5? 8. What qualifications did Stephen possess to be chosen in Acts 6:5? 9. How does Acts 6:5 reflect the early church's approach to leadership? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 6? 11. Did Stephen have the face of an angel? 12. Who was Prochorus in the Bible? 13. Who was Prochorus in the Bible? 14. Acts 6:8 – Where is the historical or archaeological corroboration for Stephen’s “great wonders and signs” if these events were so extraordinary? Discussion Questions 1. What qualities made Stephen and the others suitable for their roles, and how can we apply these qualities in our own lives and ministries? 2. How does the inclusion of Nicolas, a convert from Antioch, challenge us to embrace diversity within our own church communities? 3. In what ways can we ensure that our church decision-making processes reflect the unity and communal involvement seen in Acts 6:5? 4. How does the role of deacons in the early church inform our understanding of service and leadership in the church today? 5. How can we cultivate a life "full of faith and of the Holy Spirit" in our personal walk with Christ, and what practical steps can we take to grow in these areas? Acts 6 Bible Study Questions 1. What does the apostles' approach to resolving the complaint among the Hellenistic and Hebraic Jews teach about conflict resolution within the Church? 2. How does the appointment of the seven deacons emphasize the importance of servant leadership in the Church? 3. In what ways does Stephen's wisdom and the miraculous signs he performs demonstrate the power of the Holy Spirit? 4. How does Stephen's response to false accusations inspire your personal faith journey? 5. Why do you think the apostles believed it was important for them to focus on prayer and the ministry of the word rather than distributing food? 6. How does Stephen's wisdom exceed human wisdom, and what implications does this have for your understanding of spiritual wisdom? 7. How can the principles of conflict resolution demonstrated in this chapter be applied to contemporary Church situations? 8. How does Stephen's courage in the face of opposition encourage believers facing similar situations today? 9. How should the appointment of the seven deacons influence the Church's approach to meeting the needs of its community? 10. What qualities made Stephen an effective servant leader in the early Church? 11. In what ways do the false accusations against Stephen underscore the risks of standing for one's faith? 12. How can the Church today ensure fair treatment and justice for all its members, as demonstrated in the apostles' response to the Hellenistic Jews' complaint? 13. How does Stephen's example inspire you to serve within your own church community? 14. What can we learn from the rapid growth of the Church following the appointment of the deacons? 15. How does the opposition to Stephen's ministry demonstrate the challenges faced by those boldly proclaiming the Gospel? 16. How does the early Church’s resolution of the widows’ neglect apply to resolving inequalities in the Church today? 17. In your life, how can you demonstrate the grace and power seen in Stephen? 18. How would you respond to false accusations about your faith, as Stephen did? 19. How does the principle of appointing deacons for practical service in the Church apply to the distribution of tasks and responsibilities in your community? 20. In what ways does the example of Stephen challenge you to display wisdom and spiritual boldness in your Christian journey? Links Acts 6:5 NIV Acts 6:5 NLT Acts 6:5 ESV Acts 6:5 NASB Acts 6:5 KJV Acts 6:5 Commentaries Bible Hub