We are not just called to avoid evil but to bless others and be part of healing the world.

To love kindness means loving the kindness we have received and showing kindness to others in the same way.

Humility is the gateway to growth and our understanding of God and the world he loves.

Paul gives us an example of how to engage a hostile, unbelieving culture by building bridges, showing respect, and speaking the truth with love.

There are divine appointments around us every day, opportunities to show kindness and share our faith, if only we will recognize them and be willing to risk engaging.

It takes courage to show the world a vision of community which breaks down the world’s barriers (race, gender, socioeconomic, national).

Stephen gives us the model of a Christ-like leader, one who is humble, authentic, wise and bold.

We tend to pray for protection when we should be praying for the boldness to meet whatever challenges we may face.

The astonishing boldness of the apostles was centered on the identity and significance of the risen Christ.

Explosive impact requires power. Patient waiting and prayer precede power.