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Acts of the Holy Spirit: A Study in Acts

DAY 7 OF 28

What does it say?

Stephen was brought before the Sanhedrin on false charges of blasphemy. As they stoned him to death, Stephen saw Jesus standing at the right hand of God.

What does it mean?

Stephen was chosen as one of the first deacons because of His Christ-like qualities and servant’s heart, but he probably never imagined he would also be the first recorded Christian martyr. Stephen’s reliance on the Holy Spirit gave him grace, power, and a godly countenance in the face of hatred and false accusations. His thorough knowledge of Scripture, as demonstrated in his speech to the Sanhedrin, filled him with wisdom and allowed his faith to stand firm. Stephen’s dying declaration of Jesus waiting to greet him in Heaven planted a seed in Saul, who would soon encounter Jesus personally.

How should I respond?

Where do you turn when everything seems to go wrong? You can face life’s most difficult circumstances with grace when you rely on godly wisdom and the power of the Holy Spirit. Being a student of Scripture before a crisis allows God to bring key verses to mind when you need them. In light of your current challenge, take comfort in knowing that Jesus sees everything happening. Take hope that He is your advocate to God the Father. Which example of Stephen do you need to follow more today? How you handle today’s trial may have a lasting impact on someone else.

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About this Plan

Acts of the Holy Spirit: A Study in Acts

Written by Luke to Theophilus, Acts is a sequel to Luke’s earlier Gospel. Luke writes Acts to provide a historical record of the early church and show the trajectory of God's redemptive plan after the resurrection of Jesus. Acts reorients us to the mission of God today: a diverse church, filled with the Holy Spirit, dedicated to showing and sharing the gospel across the earth.

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