Acts 6:7
And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples in Jerusalem was greatly enlarged; and a great multitude of the priests were obedient to the faith.
Noyes Bible
In The King James Version
In Context
6whom they set before the apostles; and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them.
8And Stephen, full of grace and power, wrought great wonders and signs among the people.
Cross References
Psalms 132:9Let thy priests be clothed with righteousness, And thy holy ones shout for joy!
Matthew 19:30But many who are first will be last, and the last first.
John 12:42Yet even of the rulers many believed in him; but on account of the Pharisees they did not acknowledge him, lest they should be put of the synagogue;
Acts 13:8But Elymas the magian (for so is his name interpreted) withstood them, seeking so turn away the proconsul from the faith.
Acts 19:20So the word of the Lord grew and prevailed mightily.
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 →