Daily Reading: 8-16-16
Acts 7:44-53 The Message (MSG)
Sometimes humans can be very stubborn. We can set our minds on what we want to believe even when faced with convincing Truth.
Stephen was one of seven leaders chosen to supervise food distribution to the needy in the early church. He was confronted and accused by Jewish leaders of dishonoring God’s temple in the process. However, that was a lie to cover up the truth. Stephen was simply telling people about Jesus and many were converting to Christianity. Instead of defending himself against his accusers, Stephen took the opportunity to share his vibrant faith and relationship with God. He reminded these leaders of God’s love and provision for his people throughout history and how God was not limited to living in a temple made with human hands. Now, through the Spirit, God can live in human hearts.