The Power of the Word.

Using the Word of God to defend your faith, the Stephen way.

  1. State the Facts: Israel has a history of constantly Rebeling against God and Rejecting the people God sends. (Acts 7:1-50)

    • God: (Acts 7:1-16)
    • Moses: (Acts 7:17-37)
    • Law: (Acts 7:38-43)
    • Temple: (Acts 7:44-50)
    • See Isaiah 66:1-2


  2. Make Your Point: History is Repeating itself. (Acts 7:51-53)

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Small Group Questions (Whole Group):
Read Acts 7:1-53

  1.  Say it in a sentence: what was Stephen’s sermon about? What was his main point?

  2. What are some things Stephen did in his sermon to defend his faith? How is this an example for us?

  3. What is resisting the Holy Spirit (Acts 7:51)? How do you know if someone is resisting the Holy Spirit?

Breakout Questions:

  1. Is there any area of your life where you are resisting the Holy Spirit? Pray over these things.