The explosively inclusive nature of the Gospel wasn’t fully understood in the early days of the church (perhaps it’s still not understood fully), so the lessons about inclusivity as a matter of justice invite us to listen carefully and apply what we learn today.

1. The Age-Old Problem:

A. Correupt hierarchy leads to domination

B. The problem isn’t hierarchy

C. This neglect is addressed

2. The Even Older Solution:

A. Remember your roots. . .

B. Particular application: widows

3. The Needed Alchemy: Acts 6:1-5a

A. Systems

B. Holy Spirit