“So everyone who hears these words of Mine and acts on them, will be like a wise man [a far-sighted, practical, and sensible man] who built his house on the rock.

So, brothers, you must select from your number seven men of good standing, full of the Spirit, and of good practical sense, and we will assign them to this business,

but they could not cope with his good practical sense and the spiritual power with which he usually spoke.

or of practical service, in the field of service; or of a teacher, in the field of teaching;

For, by the practical proof of it which you exhibit in this service, you cause God to be extolled for your fidelity to your professed adherence to the Good News of the Christ, and for the liberality of your contributions for them and for all who are in need,

since you want a practical proof of the fact that Christ speaks by my lips--He who is not feeble towards you, but powerful among you.

which He lavished on us. In all wisdom and understanding [with practical insight]

it will be said, "you have a speculative faith, but mine is practical. where is your faith, if no effects appear? as for me, my actions will vouch for my faith.