CERTAIN PEOPLE

Acts6:1-4

And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.

Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, "It is not fitting that we should leave the Word of GOD, and serve tables. Wherefore, brethren, look among you for seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business. But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the Word."

CERTAIN MEN AND CERTAIN WOMEN

The disciples were men and women who were certain about their commitment to GOD and to His Word. The Grecians were concerned for the widows and they expressed their concern to the twelve Apostles. Notice the resolution of the problem; the Apostles appointed seven "certain men" who were honest, filled with the Holy Spirit and with wisdom to minister to the needs of the widows and the entire community; the Apostles committed themselves to prayer and the ministry of the Word. 

It is very clear that the LORD is very concerned about individuals. Each person is special in the sight of GOD, set apart for special grace and mercy.  Widows and orphans were often mentioned in the Scripture as being in need of special attention from the community. They were considered "certain woman and certain orphans" whom GOD wanted and wants  to be treated in a very special way. 

In the culture of today, we tend to lose sight of the preciousness of the individual, that each person is made in the likeness and image of GOD so they deserve our attention and care. It is also true that we, as individuals, are not called to do all things, but only those things that we are specifically called, by GOD, to do. There are different gifts given to each of us and if we are faithful to our calling, all the needs will be met. The Apostles were called to prayer and the ministry of the Word; the seven were called to servant ministry, meeting the physical needs of the community. Others were called to be the body of volunteers, pitching in where needed.  ALL WERE CERTAIN PEOPLE, WHOM GOD PLACED IN THAT MOMENT OF TIME TO DO HIS WILL.

 

We are all special, certain men and women, where has GOD called you to work out your life in Him?