When the Inexplicable Happens

A Godly Man’s Gruesome Death When the members of the Sanhedrin heard this, they were furious and gnashed their teeth at [Stephen]. … They all rushed him, dragged him out of the city, and began to stone him. Acts 7:54, 57–58 Stephen was one of the deacons chosen in Acts 6 to help with the various ministries of the Jerusalem …

More Hands, Greater Impact?

Everybody Can Contribute So the Twelve gathered all the disciples together and said … “Brothers and sisters, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom.” Acts 6:2–3 Every week in our church bulletin there are calls for volunteers. Help in the nursery. Help with children’s ministries. Help for special events. Maybe …