Acts 6:1-7
Reflect
Today, as Pastor Lyle continues his series through the book of Acts, we come to an issue in the life of the early followers of Jesus that could have derailed their effectiveness. There was dissension among the ranks that was creating controversy and consuming the time of the leaders. The solution called for a broader sharing of responsibility which resulted in a church that was both healthy internally and impacting people externally toward Christ.
Apply
How can dissension thwart the health and impact of a church? What can happen in the life of a church when too few people are carrying too much of the load?
After listening to this morning’s message, how do you believe God is asking you to respond?
Ask God to work in the hearts of all who will be attending our services today.
Pastor Lyle
Pray
- Pray for all who will be involved in our services today.
- Pray that God would effectively be at work in our church and in all His churches throughout our city today.
- Pray for our Children’s Ministry Director, Jerilyn Bayer and her interns: Bailey Garbutt, Joel Faszer, Amanda Donst, Mitchell Buyer, Kesia Silva, Kiersten Moline, Blythe Knapczyk, and Katia Huellstrung.