We have been working through the Book of Acts, and for good intent, so that we might understand the nature of the church from its very outset, its very foundation. We find ourselves in moving through the early history of the church and the foundations that are laid in chapter 7 of the Book of Acts. And in chapter 7, there is one very significant event. It is the first martyrdom of a Christian.
The church, by the time we get to this chapter, has had a significant impact on the city of Jerusalem. In fact, in chapter 5 verse 28, the Sanhedrin, the very council before whom Stephen stands, meets, and the high priest is there. And these are the words of the high priest to the apostles: “We gave you strict orders not to continue teaching in this name.” The name of Jesus. “And yet, you have filled Jerusalem with your teaching and intend to bring this man’s blood upon us.”...
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Widely known for his thorough, candid approach to teaching God’s Word, John MacArthur is a fifth-generation pastor, a popular author and conference speaker, and has served as pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California since 1969. John and his wife,...
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