Watch out for jealousy.

Old Testament Jews: Jealous of Joseph, Acts 7:9

Jealousy played a part in many Bible stories

John 12:19

New Testament Jews: Jealous of Jesus and apostles

Matthew 27:18 – Pilate could clearly see their jealousy

Acts 5:12-17 – The Pharisees were jealous of the influence and crowd the apostles were drawing.

Acts 13:44-45

Acts 17:5

Us today: We must be careful of jealousy!

If someone is doing something good (especially of a religious nature), we should be happy for them!

We cannot be caught up in wanting credit for something.

I Corinthians 3:1-3 – A jealous mindset was holding them back!

Accept God’s plan.

Old Testament Jews: Rejected Moses

New Testament Jews: Rejected Jesus

Acts 7:52

Acts 2:22-23 – Peter also pointed this out.

Us today:

Accept God’s word.

Old Testament Jews: Persecuted prophets. Acts 7:51

New Testament Jews: Persecuted prophets.

Acts 6:8-9

Acts 7:51-60 – Stephen stoned to death.

Us today:

John 12:47

Hebrews 10:28-29 – The punishment will be great for those who trample underfoot the Son of God.