Sermon Tone Analysis
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Verses 1-4
What’s a Hellenist?
A Greek speaking Jew.
Instead of a Hebrew…Aramaic speaking Jew.
Widows being neglected due to “disciples increasing in number.”
This is a big deal.
Here’s why:
Deuteronomy 24:
Taking care of the widows is part of obedience.
A very necessary principle to understand here.
Acts 6:2
Here’s the principle....
The scriptures have to be first in our priorities.
AND...
You must be obedient to what it says.
However,
Steven and 6 others are designated for this leadership and what does the Bible say about what kind of men they were?
good repute
full of the Spirit
and of wisdom
The Ministry and Martyrdom of Stephen
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Why do you think they could not withstand the wisdom and the Spirit witch which Stephen was speaking?
Their accusation: Verse 11.
UCF story within college football.
It’s weird and it makes people angry that they are proclaiming another champion!
We all agree that’s “not the way it’s supposed to be.”
Face like an angel..? Huh?
Look up...
And..
What is so “significant” about Stephen’s death?
Read … WOW.
What can we learn from Stephen’s death?
He saw Jesus at his death.
He was not angry.
WOW.
He fell asleep?
Where else does the Bible talk about falling asleep?
Conclusion and Warning/Encouragement
1 Corinthians 15:51
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