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Alms » Instances of giving » The early Christians
The believers all kept together; they shared all they had with one another, they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds among all, as anyone might be in need.
There was not a needy person among them, for those who owned land or houses would sell them and bring the proceeds of the sale, laying the money before the feet of the apostles; it was then distributed according to each individual's need. Thus Joseph, who was surnamed Barnabas or (as it may be translated) 'Son of Encouragement' by the apostles, a Levite of Cypriote birth, read more.
sold a farm belonging to him and brought the money, which he placed before the feet of the apostles.
sold a farm belonging to him and brought the money, which he placed before the feet of the apostles.
During these days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists began to complain against the Hebrews, on the ground that their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. So the twelve summoned the main body of the disciples and said: "It is not desirable that we should drop preaching the word of God and attend to meals. Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
So the disciples put aside money, as each of them was able to afford it, for a contribution to be sent to the brothers in Judaea. This they carried out, sending their contribution to the presbyters by Barnabas and Saul.
After a lapse of several years I came up with alms and offerings for my nation,
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At the moment I am off to Jerusalem on an errand to the saints. For Macedonia and Achaia have decided to make a contribution for the poor among the saints at Jerusalem. Such was their decision; and yet this is a debt they owe to these people, for if the Gentiles have shared their spiritual blessings, they owe them a debt of aid in material blessings. read more.
Well, once I finish this business by putting the proceeds of the collection safely in their hands, I will start for Spain and take you on the way.
Well, once I finish this business by putting the proceeds of the collection safely in their hands, I will start for Spain and take you on the way.
With regard to the collection for the saints, you must carry out the same arrangements as I made for the churches of Galatia. On the first day of the week let each of you put aside a sum from his weekly gains, so that the money may not have to be collected when I come. On my arrival I will furnish credentials for those whom you select, and send them to convey your bounty to Jerusalem; read more.
if the sum makes it worth my while to go too, they shall accompany me.
if the sum makes it worth my while to go too, they shall accompany me.
Now, brothers, I have to tell you about the grace God has given to the churches of Macedonia. Amid a severe ordeal of trouble, their overflowing joy and their deep poverty together have poured out a flood of rich generosity; I can testify that up to their means, aye and beyond their means, they have given ??4 begging me of their own accord, most urgently, for the favour of contributing to the support of the saints.
Indeed it is quite superfluous for me to be writing to you about this charitable service to the saints;
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God is not unfair; he will not forget what you have done, or the love you have shown for his sake in ministering, as you still do, to the saints.
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Church » Membership of officers in » Deacons
PAUL and Timotheus, servants of Christ Jesus, to all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, as well as to the bishops and deacons:
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Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
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Deacons in turn are to be serious men; they are not to be tale-bearers or addicted to drink or pilfering;
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Deacon » Selected by the people
During these days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists began to complain against the Hebrews, on the ground that their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. So the twelve summoned the main body of the disciples and said: "It is not desirable that we should drop preaching the word of God and attend to meals. Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty, read more.
but we will continue to devote ourselves to prayer and the ministry of the word." This plan commended itself to the whole body, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the holy Spirit, Philip, Prochorus, Nikanor, Timon, Parmenas and Nikolaos a proselyte from Antioch; these men they presented to the apostles, who, after prayer, laid their hands upon them.
but we will continue to devote ourselves to prayer and the ministry of the word." This plan commended itself to the whole body, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the holy Spirit, Philip, Prochorus, Nikanor, Timon, Parmenas and Nikolaos a proselyte from Antioch; these men they presented to the apostles, who, after prayer, laid their hands upon them.
Faithfulness » Exhibited in » Situations of trust
During these days, when the disciples were increasing in number, the Hellenists began to complain against the Hebrews, on the ground that their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food. So the twelve summoned the main body of the disciples and said: "It is not desirable that we should drop preaching the word of God and attend to meals. Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
Good » Influence » Name
Then a certain Ananias, a devout man in the Law, who had a good reputation among all the Jewish inhabitants,
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They said, "Cornelius, a captain, a good man who reverences God and enjoys a good reputation among the whole Jewish nation, was instructed by a holy angel to send for you to his house and to listen to what you had to say."
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Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
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Everybody testifies to Demetrius, and so does the Truth itself: I testify to him too, and you know my testimony is true.
He had a good reputation among the brothers at Lystra and Iconium;
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Along with him I am sending that brother whose services to the gospel are praised by all the churches;
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Holy spirit » Inspiration of » The disciples
So Ananias went off and entered the house, laying his hands on him with these words, "Saul, my brother, I have been sent by the Lord, by Jesus who appeared to you on the road, to let you regain your sight and be filled with the holy Spirit."
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Now the Jewish believers who had accompanied Peter were amazed that the gift of the holy Spirit had actually been poured out on the Gentiles ??46 for they heard them speak with 'tongues' and magnify God. At this Peter asked,
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The Spirit said to Philip, "Go up and join that chariot."
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Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
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He, full of the holy Spirit, gazed up at heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus standing at God's right hand.
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Name » Good
Then a certain Ananias, a devout man in the Law, who had a good reputation among all the Jewish inhabitants,
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They said, "Cornelius, a captain, a good man who reverences God and enjoys a good reputation among the whole Jewish nation, was instructed by a holy angel to send for you to his house and to listen to what you had to say."
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Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
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Everybody testifies to Demetrius, and so does the Truth itself: I testify to him too, and you know my testimony is true.
He had a good reputation among the brothers at Lystra and Iconium;
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Along with him I am sending that brother whose services to the gospel are praised by all the churches;
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Seven » Miscellany of sevens » Seven servants (greek: diakonoi) in the jerusalem congregations
Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
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Stephen » The spirit filled business man » Full of wisdom
Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
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but they could not meet the wisdom and the Spirit with which he spoke.
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Stephen » Appointed one of the committee of seven to oversee the daily ministration
This plan commended itself to the whole body, and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the holy Spirit, Philip, Prochorus, Nikanor, Timon, Parmenas and Nikolaos a proselyte from Antioch; these men they presented to the apostles, who, after prayer, laid their hands upon them.
Brothers, look out seven of your own number, men of good reputation who are full of the Spirit and of wisdom. We will appoint them to this duty,
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