Acts of The Apostles
Acts 7 is Stephen’s Spirit‑filled defense before the religious council, where he walks them through the history of Israel to reveal their long pattern of rejecting God’s messengers. Through Abraham, Joseph, and Moses, Stephen shows that God’s presence, promises, and power existed long before the Temple or the Law. His message exposes hardened hearts, points to Jesus as the true Deliverer, and ultimately leads to his martyrdom—a powerful testimony of bold obedience and unwavering faith.
This lesson will guide you through Stephen’s masterful, Scripture‑based defense and help you understand how Israel’s history reveals the danger of resisting God’s voice. It will show how God prepares His leaders, how He works through rejection, how He cannot be confined to man‑made structures, and how Stephen’s death becomes a catalyst for the spread of the Gospel. By studying Acts 7, you will learn to recognize God’s patterns, submit to His process, and stand boldly in truth even when it comes at a cost.
