Acts 6:1-4
1Now at this time while the disciples were increasing in number, a complaint arose on the part of the Hellenistic Jews against the native Hebrews, because their widows were being overlooked in the daily serving of food.
2So the twelve summoned the congregation of the disciples and said, "It is not desirable for us to neglect the word of God in order to serve tables.
3"Therefore, brethren, select from among you seven men of good reputation, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may put in charge of this task.
4"But we will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word."
We all have different roles to play within the Church (and within our family and society). It is not because one role is better than the other. It is not because one person is more important than the other. It is because roles are often mutually exclusive. We can fall into the trap of taking on too many roles because we don’t trust others to do an effective job in the roles. We can also fall into the trap of being disheartened because our role isn’t as flashy or respected. Who exactly are we trying to impress? God seeks obedience and diligence in the role He has given us. Rebelling against our role is rebelling against God.
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