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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. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Acts 6:7? 2. How can we ensure "the word of God continued to spread" today? 3. What role did prayer play in the growth of early believers? 4. How does Acts 6:7 demonstrate the power of faithful leadership? 5. Why did "a great number of priests" become obedient to the faith? 6. How can we apply the growth principles from Acts 6:7 in our church? 7. How did the rapid spread of Christianity in Acts 6:7 impact early church growth? 8. What role did the apostles play in the increase of disciples in Acts 6:7? 9. Why did a large number of priests become obedient to the faith in Acts 6:7? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Acts 6? 11. Acts 6:7 – If a “large number of priests” truly converted, why do contemporary Jewish or Roman sources not document such a mass defection from Judaism? 12. What defines a Christian disciple? 13. Acts 6:1 – How could a church supposedly led by the Holy Spirit allow discrimination against Hellenistic widows in its earliest stages? 14. How did Christianity originate and develop initially? Discussion Questions 1. What does the phrase "the word of God continued to spread" teach us about the nature of the Gospel and its impact on the world? 2. How can we, as modern-day disciples, contribute to the rapid growth of the church in our own communities? 3. What lessons can we learn from the conversion of the priests about sharing the Gospel with those who may seem resistant or unlikely to believe? 4. In what ways can we demonstrate obedience to the faith in our daily lives, and how does this obedience impact our witness to others? 5. How can the early church's example of community impact inspire us to engage more effectively with our own communities today? 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 6:7 NIV Acts 6:7 NLT Acts 6:7 ESV Acts 6:7 NASB Acts 6:7 KJV Acts 6:7 Commentaries Bible Hub