Full of the Holy Spirit, Stephen gazed steadily into heaven and saw the glory of God - Acts 7:55
Nothing prompts change likea man's courage in the face of potential personal loss. Stephen had that kind of courage.
Religous leaders hoped persecuting Christians would put a stop to this new religious movement, exactly the opposite happened
Stephen willingly died for what he believed in and he contributed greatly to the spread of the gospel message
At the scene of Stephen's murder stood a young Pharisee named Saul - the same Saul God miraculously converted
Stephen's courage and faith in the face of death apparently made a lasting impression
Pauls bold preaching would change the world forever - Acts 22:19-20
Lamps do not talk, but they do shine. Is your lamp shining today?