Acts 6:8-7:1

For Further Study

How does the passage describe Stephen? (vs. 8) Are there others in the bible described similarly?

Did Stephen restrict his ministry to serving widows as one of the seven? What might this say about comprehensive ministry (call, gifting, opportunity, Holy Spirit leading, even expectations)?

How did Stephen’s opponents fair when they argued with him? (vs. 10) How might we tap into that wisdom?

What tactics did Stephen’s opponents use in his set-up?

How should a modern Jesus follower respond to this sort of treatment?