05/29/2026
Devotions Friday May 29, 2026
Triple Tree Motorcycle Ministries
Acts Chapter 6
I was reading Acts 6 today, and it really struck me how this stuff unfolds...
You know how when a motorcycle club starts to boom, it's one thing at first. Everybody knows everybody, everything works smooth. But then you grow. More people, more needs, more chances for something to fall between the cracks. And if something's not right, like someone gets neglected-it doesn't take long before things start to get tense.
That's basically what's happening here. The church is growing like crazy, and suddenly some widows aren't getting fed every day. It's not because these guys are bad people-growth just gets a little messy. But if you let it go unchecked, that's how things start to split.
Here's what I love, though. The apostles don't try to be supermen and handle this themselves. They step back and say, "Look, this is important, but it's not our calling." They need to focus on preaching, so they hand this job off to other guys-guys who are known for being full of the Spirit and wisdom.
This shows me something really key: there are no "unimportant" jobs in God's kingdom. Serving meals, taking care of people-that's not below anyone. In fact, they specifically appointed guys who they could trust implicitly to get this right. It's like entrusting someone to ride shotgun on a tough ride-you don't give that role to just anyone.
And then there's Stephen.
He starts out just serving tables. But he's not just serving tables. He's full of grace and power. The next thing you know, he's performing miracles, boldly speaking truth, and no one can compete with the wisdom he's carrying. It's like the quiet guy in the group who, when push comes to shove, shows he's got incredible depth.
But here's what really gets me-his faith doesn't falter when things turn ugly. The accusations, the pressure, the heat-he doesn't buckle. He stands firm.
It really makes me wonder-what kind of person am I when it gets hard?
Am I only reliable when everyone can see me doing something great? Or am I faithful in the behind-the-scenes things, too? Because, let's be honest, most of life isn't the spotlight; it's the routine. It's the invisible work. It's the moments when no one is cheering.
Acts 6 is a reminder that how we serve is just as important as what we do. Whether you're "on stage" or just handling what needs to get done, God sees it all. And sometimes, the most faithful servants are the ones God trusts with the biggest tasks.
Much Love & Respect, Rev
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