The sixth chapter begins the second section of the book of Acts (actually 6:8). Verse 7 is a brief summary statement ending the first section. There is a decided shift that takes place in the next section. First, the focus shifts from the Jews of Judea and Jerusalem to Hellenistic Jews and Gentiles in Greek cities. Second, there is also a shift in the severity of the persecution. Third, Peter gives way to Stephen, Philip, and Paul. The outline of the message: I. Internal Affairs A. A Problem In the Assembly 1. A charge of inadequacy in the daily distribution (v. 1) 2. A Potential distraction in ministry (v. 2) B. A Proposed Solution for the Assembly 1. Delegation of duties—seven men (v. 3) 2. Devotion to priorities (v. 4) C. Pleasure of the Assembly 1. Congregational unity (v. 5) 2. Ordination of the deacons (v. 6) D. Progress of the Gospel (v. 6) 2. Provoking an arrest (vv. 12-14) II. External Affairs A. A Challenge to Stephen 1. The occasion—Stephen the Deacon ministering (v. 8) 2. The antagonists—the synagogue of the Freedmen (vv. 9, 10) B. A Proposed Solution for Failure 1. Develop false accusations (v. 11) 2. Provoking an arrest (vv. 12-14) 3. A face of an angel (v. 15)
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