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Acts 6 - Introduction

THE BOOK OF ACTS. CHAPTER.

OUTLINE AND COMMENTARY. MARK DUNAGAN

I. OUTLINE OF CHAPTER 6:

I. The Seven Chosen: Acts 6:1-6

II. Continual Growth: Acts 6:7

III. Stephen Arrested and Accused: Acts 6:8-15

II. INTRODUCTORY COMMENTS:

'The devil's next attack was the cleverest of the three. Having failed to overcome the church by either persecution or corruption, he now tried distraction. If he could preoccupy the apostles with social administration..they would neglect their God-given responsibilities to pray and to preach, and so leave the church without any defence against false doctrine.' (Reese p. 120)

Carefully note as we study this section, how quickly. complaint can be handed, how easily. congregation can get over and past. problem, if those who compose that congregation have the proper attitude.

III. COMMENTARY ON CHAPTER SIX:

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