Podcasts about Acts 6

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An immediate crisis results in the Apostles needing some assistance. They appoint seven men to oversee the task of the daily food ministry to the saints.  One of those men is Stephen, who is also the first martyr of the church. What we soon discover, is this man's ministry is not limited to his office of "waiting tables." He is a man full of faith, power, wisdom, and the Holy Spirit.  He ministers in the synagogue and preaches Christ. Those in opposition are unable to defeat him in debate, so they bring false accusations before the Sanhedrin.

Acts 6:8-8:3 • Holy Resistance, part 1 • Rick Zaman Rick Zaman Download TEACHING SLIDES SERMON REFLECTIONS

As the church faced a controversy, the apostles sought for unity. They charged the congregation to find men of good repute who were full of wisdom and the Spirit. The seven men chosen were not called based on their skills, talents, or outward appearance, but based on their fruitfulness in the gospel. Christians today are to remember Who calls us to gospel work, and to consider character first, and to look more and more like Christ.

Stephen - The Signpost to Jesus | Acts 6:7-15 | 7 June 26 | Philip Deller | AM | Acts 2026 by Campden Baptist Church

In this message, Dan Busch walks through Acts 6 and explains how the early church faced its first growing pain over neglected widows. Greek-speaking believers complained that their widows were being overlooked in the daily food distribution. Rather than neglect prayer and the ministry of the Word, the apostles directed the church to choose seven men full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom to serve tables. Dan shows how this moment marked a shift from religious positions of status to Spirit-empowered service as these men became the first deacons. He challenges every believer to examine why they serve and to do so from a heart of humility rather than recognition.

In Acts 6–7, Stephen faithfully serves, boldly proclaims Jesus, and becomes the first Christian martyr. His story reveals that suffering is not evidence of God's absence but often part of following Christ. In this sermon, Brad Watson explores how opposition cannot stop the mission of God, why believers share in the life of Jesus, and how the hope of resurrection transforms even death into victory.

Growth brings change, discomfort, and new needs. In the early church, things were not always simple and easy, rather they were unpolished. They faced challenges as a result of more and more people coming to faith and interacting with the rest of Jerusalem. Each of God's people, as they are filled with the Holy Spirit, are called to care for and strengthen the church in unity, through every trial and opportunity just like Christ.

Guest preacher Pastor Nicole Bullock continues our series through our series Uncontainable: The Acts of the Apostles with a message from Acts 6 on Sunday, May 31st 2026 at Kent Covenant Church.

The problems in Acts 6:1. ADMINISTRATIVE problems2.  CULTURAL problemsThe Apostles' solution:1. Seek JUSTICE2. Love MERCY3. Walk HUMBLYFor us today:1. Pursue UNITY through HOSPITALITY2. FORGIVE the CHURCH when it FAILS at being the CHURCH3. Love GOD by loving OTHERSThe main idea:When the church follows the SPIRIT TOGETHER, the church moves FORWARD TOGETHER.

Text: Acts 6:8-15 We now turn our focus to Stephen, sometimes called the proto-martyr (or first Martyr). It is the first time in the book of Acts that we turn our focus away from Peter, John, and the other apostles. But Luke shares this moment for another important reason. In it, we see two very different ways - the way of Christ and the way of man. The contrast couldn't be more stark. The way of man is one of deception and pain, while the way of Christ is one of grace. The invitation, by turning his focus to Stephen, is to ask: which way will you choose, the way of man or the way of God?

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As the early church grew, it faced much opposition. But the greatest threat to the growing church might have been growth itself. Because growth brings challenges and complexities that can distract the church from the mission of God.    

Displaying the Gospel Through Mercy | Acts 6:1-7 Rev. Robbie Scmidtberger

Stephen: A Shining Example - Acts 6:1 - 7:60

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Acts 6.1-4_ A Brief Theology of Prayer by Lettered Streets Covenant

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All good things must come to an end, and so too must Policenauts, an absolutely banger from the halcyon days of early Kojima. Time for Jonathan and Ed to put an end to the corruption on Beyond and get our girl Karen the bone marrow she needs. Then stick around as we throw our favorite Kojima characters into the worlds of mini-golf and Resident Evil, and once and for all put an answer to the question everyone's been asking: who is the Leon Kennedy of the Metal Gear world?Episode 83: The Come Corner

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The Gospel in Word and DeedActs 6 verse by verseTeacher: Pastor Jim ThomasDate: April 26, 2026In Acts 6, the early church was growing—but it was also experiencing some growing pains. Needs were rising, tensions were surfacing, and the apostles were faced with some critical leadership questions. What unfolded was not a crisis that weakened the church, but a moment that clarified it.Because as the gospel was lived out in both word and deed, something powerful happened— the church grew deeper, loved wider, served better, and shined brighter.This was not the picture of a perfect church, but of a real church, a community learning how to remain centered on God's Word, how to care for its own people, and how to move forward together under the grace of God.And it raises an important question for us in our own day and time: What kind of church are we becoming? Join Pastor Jim as he unpacks the treasures of God's wisdom to be found in Acts 6.To find more resources like these, follow us:Website: https://thevillagechapel.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQVTzDbaiXVUAm_mUBDCTJAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tvcnashville/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tvcnashvilleX: https://twitter.com/tvcnashvilleTo support the ongoing mission of The Village Chapel go to https://thevillagechapel.com/give/. If you are a regular giver, thank you for your continued faithfulness and generosity!

Matt Smethurst preaches Acts 6:8–8:3 at River City Baptist Church, a new congregation in Richmond, Virginia. For more information or to get in touch, visit https://rivercityrichmond.org.

Pastor Paul Sieveking leads a study on Acts 6:3-7:8. Join the pastors and people of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Des Peres, MO, for weekly Bible study on Sunday mornings. Learn more about St. Paul's Des Peres at stpaulsdesperes.org. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org.

In this special teaching, we step away from our typical sermon series to focus on a vital topic for the life of the church: the biblical role of deacons. Looking at Acts 6, this message explains where deacons come from, what they are called to do, and how God uses servant leaders to strengthen and support the ministry of the church.

Kingsway Community Church

Acts 6:8-7:60 - Acts 6:8-7:60 - Pastor Dan PlourdeMESSAGE NOTES:http://www.calvaryword.com/Acts2026/a1452.pdf

Series: To the Ends of the Earth

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Reading Acts 6:8-15 where Stephen, the Deacon, testifies to the gospel of Christ, affirmed through the miracles he does, and he is opposed by those who hate Jesus. Visit wwutt.com for all our videos!

In this episode of Further In, Pastor Ben Stuart, Thomas Barr, Jon Harkey, and Elizabeth Staggers sit down to go deeper into Acts 4:32-5:11. Together, they unpack the text from Sunday, share added insights, and explore what this passage means for us today. Key Verses // Acts 6:8-8:3 — With Passion City Online you can join us live every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:30a! Join us at https://passioncitychurch.com/dc — Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/dc/give — Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc — Follow along with Passion City Church DC: https://www.instagram.com/passioncitydc — Follow along with Pastor Ben Stuart: https://www.instagram.com/ben_stuart_ — Passion City Church is a Jesus church with locations in Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more info on Passion, visit https://passioncitychurch.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How do followers of Jesus remain faithful in persecution? Does the Church really thrive under pressure? In this episode, Emma Dotter examines Acts 6:8-15 and the extraordinary faith of an ordinary man named Stephen after being arrested by religious officials. Even though Stephen was not an apostle, he accomplished incredible things by the Holy Spirit's power. Then, one of Watermark's overseas workers, Seth, joins to shed light on the persecuted Church, why God allows persecution, and how we should respond when we're persecuted.  // ADDITIONAL VERSES MENTIONED: Exodus 34: 29; Luke 4: 22; Acts 4: 33; 2 Timothy 3: 12; John 15: 18; 2 Thessalonians 1; Hebrews 13: 3; Ephesians 6: 12; Matthew 25: 40; Romans 12: 14 // RELATED JOIN THE JOURNEY EPISODES:  S4:265 – Acts 5-6 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-265-acts-5-6/id1600151923?i=1000735373170) // RESOURCES FOR FURTHER STUDY: Hope for the Troubled Heart by Billy Graham Apologeticus by Tertullian Support Bible translation for the unreached: https://seedcompany.com/ Learn more about God's heart for the nations: https://www.watermark.org/discovermissions  // WHAT IS JOIN THE JOURNEY? Join The Journey is a realistic daily Bible reading plan that helps followers of Jesus at Watermark Community Church and beyond enjoy abiding in Jesus together. Join The Journey Jr. is designed to help parents guide their kids in Bible reading through interactive and age-specific lessons. In 2026, we're studying the book of Acts—one passage per week. For another year, teaching on Sunday will align with each week's passage. Then, for the next six days, we'll return to the same passage with fresh focus, exploring insights about who God is and how we can enjoy him more deeply. Monday through Saturday, we'll approach the same passage from a different perspective each day—whether observation, interpretation, prayer, or another spiritual practice—to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for God's Word. Then, watch or listen to the video podcast to tackle the week's toughest verses and discover key historical, theological, and practical insights. Daily Bible lessons for adults: https://jointhejourney.com Daily Bible lessons for parents and families: https://jointhejourney.com/jr Weekly Bible podcast for kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...  // MORE RESOURCES FROM JOIN THE JOURNEY:  Digital Bible study resources: https://jointhejourney.com/resources Previous years' print curriculum: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Waterma... Contact the Join The Journey team: jointhejourney@watermark.org  

As we continue through the book of Acts, we encounter the powerful story of Stephen—his bold faith, unwavering conviction, and ultimate sacrifice. Through his example, Pastor Ben Stuart challenges us to respond with courage and grace when we face opposition for living fully for Jesus.  Key Verses // Acts 6:8-8:3 — Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/dc/give — Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc — Follow along with Passion City Church DC: https://www.instagram.com/passioncitydc — Follow along with Pastor Ben Stuart: https://www.instagram.com/ben_stuart_ — Passion City Church is a Jesus church with locations in Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more info on Passion, visit https://passioncitychurch.com   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"In today's Conversations for the Journey, host and Care Director Wes Butler leads us in praying through Acts 6:8-15. This week, Wes leads us in prayer for three things: that we would be full of grace and wisdom, for those who persecute us, that we would respond to those who persecute us in love. If you would like to submit a prayer request to the Watermark prayer team, you can do so at https://www.watermark.org/prayer You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665 Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources! https://www.jointhejourney.com/ Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981df"

In this episode of Further In, Pastor Ben Stuart, Jacob Harkey, Jon Harkey, and Elizabeth Staggers sit down to go deeper into Acts 4:32-5:11. Together, they unpack the text from Sunday, share added insights, and explore what this passage means for us today. Key Verses // Acts 5:12-42 — With Passion City Online you can join us live every Sunday at 9:30a and 11:30a! Join us at https://passioncitychurch.com/dc — Give towards what God is doing through Passion City Church: https://passioncitychurch.com/dc/give — Subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more messages https://www.youtube.com/passioncitychurchdc — Follow along with Passion City Church DC: https://www.instagram.com/passioncitydc — Follow along with Pastor Ben Stuart: https://www.instagram.com/ben_stuart_ — Passion City Church is a Jesus church with locations in Atlanta and Washington D.C. For more info on Passion, visit https://passioncitychurch.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.