ACTS: The Church In Action
Raising up godly leaders
Chapter Six

INTRODUCTION: The church in action needs gifted men and women to take their place in leading the church to fulfill its divine mandate to become mature and reach the lost.


Biblical Leadership Principles: Acts 6
  1. The need for leaders if often born out of addressing practical ministry needs (6:1) 
  2. As a ministry grows, the need for focus among leadership increases. (6:2)
  3. The ideal place for leadership development is the local church. (6:3a)
  4. Spiritual leadership is to be held to higher standards (6:3b & 5a, I Tim. 3:8-13)
    1. They were of good reputation.
    2. They were filled with the Holy Spirit.
    3. They were full of wisdom.
    4. They were full of faith.
  5. Godly leadership is recognized among other leaders, and not merely "self-proclaimed" (6:6)
  6. Raising up and releasing godly leadership will have a positive impact on the church and the world (6:7)
  7. Even Godly leaders will face opposition (6:8-15)