Acts 6:5-6
5The statement found approval with the whole congregation; and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, and Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas and Nicolas, a proselyte from Antioch
6And these they brought before the apostles; and after praying, they laid their hands on them.
Being chosen to serve, no matter in which way, is a distinct honor in the Church. In the world’s eyes, it isn’t that big a deal to distribute food among people, but the seven chosen met the requirements of the position – to be of good reputation and full of faith, wisdom, and the Holy Spirit. To be chosen to serve means that the Holy Spirit is evident in your life and that you won’t just do the job, but the Holy Spirit will work through you to get the job done in such a way that it will bring glory to God. The job will be done well, ethically, fairly, and will improve the reputation of the Church and of God.
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