JAMB Christian Religious Studies 1984 Question 46

Question 46

Pentecost and the Early Church

The seven deacons were appointed to

  1. A.conduct a mission to the Gentiles
  2. B.replace the twelve
  3. C.lead the church in Jerusalem
  4. D.help in the distribution of food
  5. E.preach the gospel.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (help in the distribution of food)

Explanation

The seven were chosen to serve tables in the daily distribution so the apostles could devote themselves to prayer and the word (Acts 6:1–4).