_THE FIRST CHRISTIAN MARTYR_ ‘Stephen, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up steadfastly into heaven.’ Acts 7:55 The life and death of St. Stephen are full of lessons for those who would be faithful, loyal, and true Christian workers. I. THE QUALIFICATION FOR SERVICE.—St. Stephen could bear h... [ Continue Reading ]
_STEPHEN’S VISION_ ‘Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of Man standing on the right hand of God.’ Acts 7:56 Many do not think Christ worth living for: St. Stephen thought Him worth dying for. St. Andrew was the first Christian missionary. St. Stephen was the first Christian martyr. Som... [ Continue Reading ]
_A LAST PRAYER_ ‘And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ Acts 7:59 The early martyrs were affectionately revered by the members of the early Christian Church because of their sincere and lasting devotion to the cause of their glorified Lord. Hence, a... [ Continue Reading ]