Acts 6:4
We ourselves will give our full attention to prayer and the ministry of spreading the word.”
Free Bible Version
In The King James Version
But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.
In Context
Cross References
Acts 1:14They all joined together in prayer, together with the women and Mary, Jesus' mother, and his brothers.
Acts 13:2While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart Barnabas and Saul to do the work I've called them to.”
Romans 1:9I'm always praying for you, as God can confirm—the God I serve with the whole of my being as I share the good news about his Son.
1 Corinthians 9:16I have nothing to boast about in sharing the good news because it's something I feel compelled to do. In fact it's dreadful for me if I don't share the good news!
Ephesians 3:14This is why I kneel before the Father
Philippians 1:9My prayer is that your love may grow more and more in knowledge and understanding,
Matthew Henry on Acts 6:2-8
The Appointment of Deacons. 1 And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration. 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. 3 Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.… Read the whole commentary →