The kingdom of God advances as ordinary believers serve and address needs within the church community. Through examining Acts 6:1-7, we discover how seven ordinary men were chosen to solve the crisis of neglected Hellenistic widows and advance God's work.
• The kingdom of God refers to God's reign in believers' lives, not a geographical or political entity
• Advancing the kingdom means sharing the gospel and growing in submission to God's rule
• The early church faced a crisis when Greek-speaking widows were overlooked in food distribution
• The apostles maintained focus on prayer and Word ministry while empowering others to serve
• Key qualities for kingdom servants: good reputation, fullness of the Spirit, and wisdom
• Good reputation means running to God in both success and failure
• Being full of the Spirit means responding appropriately to God's guidance
• Wisdom means applying biblical knowledge to everyday situations
• Stephen and Philip began by serving tables but went on to powerful gospel ministry
• God often calls us to service by making us passionate about specific needs
• Kingdom advancement requires dependence on God more than ability or availability
If you've recognized a need in our church family or community that stirs your heart, God may be calling you to service. Come speak with our pastoral staff about how you can use your gifts to advance God's kingdom through serving.
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