In Leviticus 6 and 7, the author continues in the instructions about the sacrifices themselves. From what portions of the animal are offered to the clothing the priest should wear, it is a rather thorough description.
Chapter 6 also continues in its discussion of trespasses against other, robbery etc.
The reality dawns on Israel that this system is not joke. The fires are the altar are to be kept burning continually, a reminder that sin is ever present within Israel and one must be vigilant against this sin. Both sacrifices for expiation of sin and sacrifices for well being are offered on a regular basis by the priests.
Chapter 7 also offers details on what portion of the sacrifice should be eaten, either by the priests or the community as a whole.
Acts 6
The first sign of conflict within the community of believers, evidently an inequality has developed between Greek converts and Jewish converts. The apostles remedy this situation by appointing the deacons to care for the needs of the all the community. Note that the emergence of Stephen, who is a deacon, demonstrates that the apostles do not own the right of the Good News. All can be proclaimers of the Word, it is the Word that provides the power.
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