Acts 6:4
and we to prayer, and to the ministry of the word, will give ourselves continually.”
Literal Standard 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 1:14these were all continuing with one accord in prayer and supplication, with women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with His brothers.
Acts 13:2and in their ministering to the LORD and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Separate to Me both Barnabas and Saul to the work to which I have called them,”
Romans 1:9for God is my witness, whom I serve in my spirit in the good news of His Son, how unceasingly I make mention of you,
1 Corinthians 9:16for if I may proclaim good news, it is no glorying for me, for necessity is laid on me, and woe is to me if I may not proclaim good news;
Ephesians 3:14For this cause I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,
Philippians 1:9and this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in full knowledge, and all discernment,
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 →