² Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them and said, It is not right that we should leave the word of God and serve tables;

³ therefore, brethren, seek out among you seven men of whom you bear witness, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.

⁴ And we will give ourselves continually to prayer and to the ministry of the word.

² Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them and said, It is not right that we should leave the word of God and serve tables;

³ therefore, brethren, seek out among you seven men of whom you bear witness, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.

⁴ And we will give ourselves continually to prayer and to the ministry of the word.