Acts 6:2
Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables.
Cross-references
Exodus 18:17-26 shows Jethro advising Moses to delegate judging so he can focus on teaching — the same principle of delegation for ministry priority.
Deuteronomy 1:9-14 records Moses appointing leaders to share the burden — the same model of delegation the apostles adopt here.
Nehemiah 6:3 shows Nehemiah refusing to leave his work for distractions — echoes the apostles' refusal to leave the word of God for tables.
2 Timothy 2:4 advises focusing on the mission without entanglement — similar to the apostles' decision to avoid being distracted from preaching.
Deuteronomy 1:9-14 records Moses appointing leaders to share the burden — the same model of delegation the apostles adopt here.
1 Timothy 3:10 instructs testing deacons before service — directly building on the deacon role established in Acts 6:2.
In 2 Chronicles 35:14, Levites prepare food for priests so they can focus on offerings — a similar division of labor to apostles delegating table service.
Nehemiah 11:16 appoints Levites over outside temple work — a parallel to assigning others to handle practical service so leaders can focus on spiritual duties.