1. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island

2. “It is good to speak of God today.” Thank You for coming and worshiping.

3. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Acts 6:1-10(NKJV) 1 Now in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplying, there arose a complaint against the Hebrews by the Hellenists, because their widows were neglected in the daily distribution. 2 Then the twelve summoned the multitude of the disciples and said, “It is not desirable that we should leave the word of God and serve tables. 3 Therefore, brethren, seek out from among you seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business; 4 but we will give ourselves continually to prayer and to the ministry of the word.”

4. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island 5 And the saying pleased the whole multitude. And they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, and Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas, a proselyte from Antioch, 6 whom they set before the apostles; and when they had prayed, they laid hands on them. 7 Then the word of God spread, and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests were obedient to the faith. 8 And Stephen, full of faith and power, did great wonders and signs among the people. 9 Then there arose some from what is called the Synagogue of the Freedmen (Cyrenians, Alexandrians, and those from Cilicia and Asia), disputing with Stephen.

5. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island 10 And they were not able to resist the wisdom and the Spirit by which he spoke.

6. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Acts 7:56(KJV) 56 And said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God. Jesus stand with us!

7. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Complaining is easy to accomplish – 1b

8. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Our circle of companions might fail us – 1d

9. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The crying and complaining was noticed - 2

10. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Twelve configured a solution

11. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Twelve configured a solution Desired more of God’s Word - 2

12. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Twelve configured a solution Desired more of God’s Word - 2 Devised a Biblical plan for assistance - 3

13. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Twelve configured a solution Desired more of God’s Word - 2 Devised a Biblical plan for assistance - 3 Doubled-down on prayer and God’s Word - 4

14. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church (Multitude) considered the right direction

15. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church (Multitude) considered the right direction Concurred with the Twelve – 5a

16. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church (Multitude) considered the right direction Concurred with the Twelve – 5a Chose the right men - 5

17. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church (Multitude) considered the right direction Concurred with the Twelve – 5a Chose the right men - 5 Consecrated them through the Twelve - 6

18. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The ceremony was solemn – 6b

19. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The ceremony was solemn – 6b Life and death involved

20. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The ceremony was solemn – 6b Life and death involved Life of the Multitude or Fellowship or Church

21. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The ceremony was solemn – 6b Life and death involved Life of the Multitude or Fellowship or Church Life of the chosen

22. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The ceremony was solemn – 6b Life and death involved Life of the Multitude or Fellowship or Church Life of the chosen Life not death for the Church

23. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church was blessed - 7

24. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church was blessed - 7 God’s Word increased

25. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church was blessed - 7 God’s Word increased God’s Word was powerful

26. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church was blessed - 7 God’s Word increased God’s Word was powerful

27. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island The Church was blessed - 7 God’s Word increased God’s Word was powerful God’s Word became life changing to others

28. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Those close to the Lord were noticed – 8-10

29. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Those close to the Lord were noticed – 8-10 For their faith and power (full of…)

30. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Those close to the Lord were noticed – 8-10 For their faith and power (full of…) For their great wonders and miracles AMONG THE PEOPLE

31. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Those close to the Lord were noticed – 8-10 For their faith and power (full of…) For their great wonders and miracles AMONG THE PEOPLE For their different approach (Jewish leaders took issue)

32. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island Those close to the Lord were noticed – 8-10 For their faith and power (full of…) For their great wonders and miracles AMONG THE PEOPLE For their different approach (Jewish leaders took issue) For their great wisdom

33. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island What can we learn from the Early Church’s handling of this problem?

34. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island What can we learn from the Early Church’s handling of this problem? Problems happen

35. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island What can we learn from the Early Church’s handling of this problem? Problems need not cripple or damage

36. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island What can we learn from the Early Church’s handling of this problem? There is wisdom in the Lord, His Spirit’s guidance, and His Word

37. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island What can we learn from the Early Church’s handling of this problem? God’s Power can reach even those who seem unreachable

38. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island What can we learn from the Early Church’s handling of this problem? We need to be full of faith and power that we might be used of Him

39. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island What can we learn from the Early Church’s handling of this problem? I (Pastor Gary) need to be closer to God’s Word

40. The Early Church Affirms That No Man Is An Island What can we learn from the Early Church’s handling of this problem? We all need to “step up” and help each other serve the Lord better