Acts 6:2

God's Word

The twelve apostles called all the disciples together and told them, “It’s not right for us to give up God’s word in order to distribute food.

Cross References

Nehemiah 6:3

I sent messengers to tell them, “I’m working on an important project and can’t get away. Why should the work stop while I leave to meet with you?”

Acts 21:22

What should we do about this? They will certainly hear that you’re in town.

Acts 25:27

I find it ridiculous to send a prisoner to Rome when I can’t specify any charges against him.”

Acts 4:19

Peter and John answered them, “Decide for yourselves whether God wants people to listen to you rather than to him.

Acts 6:1

At that time, as the number of disciples grew, Greek-speaking Jews complained about the Hebrew-speaking Jews. The Greek-speaking Jews claimed that the widows among them were neglected every day when food and other assistance was distributed.

Acts 6:3

So, brothers and sisters, choose seven men whom the people know are spiritually wise. We will put them in charge of this problem.

2 Timothy 2:4

Whoever serves in the military doesn’t get mixed up in non-military activities. This pleases his commanding officer.