Tag: Christian Life

Approval given for the persecution of God’s people

Acts 8:1-8 Persecution and scattering of the followers of Jesus Christ. Burial of Stephen and house-to house raid and imprisonment of Christians. Philip left for Samaria, and many say "Yes" to Christ as demons were cast out. Persecution and scattering of the followers of Jesus Christ. "Now Saul was consenting to his death. At that … Continue reading Approval given for the persecution of God’s people →

Authorities Grit their Teeth at the Gospel of Jesus Christ

Acts 7:54-60 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Jewish rulers were extremely infuriated with Stephen for preaching to them in the name of Jesus. Stephen is stoned to death after seeing heaven open and Jesus standing at the right hand of God. … Continue reading Authorities Grit their Teeth at the Gospel of Jesus Christ →

Stephen preaches the Gospel of Jesus Christ and is stoned to death.

Acts 7:1-53 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Calling of Abraham: Jesus Christ fulfillment of promise made to Abraham. Joseph, rejected by his brothers, becomes ruler over them: Jesus Christ, rejected by the Jewish people, becomes King of kings. Moses, whom the … Continue reading Stephen preaches the Gospel of Jesus Christ and is stoned to death. →

Stephen accused of blasphemy and brought to the Jewish courts.

Acts 6:8-15 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Stephen does signs and wonders and unbelievers start arguments against him. False accusations brought up in court against Stephen. Stephen does signs and wonders and unbelievers start arguments against him. "And Stephen, full of faith … Continue reading Stephen accused of blasphemy and brought to the Jewish courts. →

Spreading the Gospel of Christ While Employed as a Waiter

Acts 6:1-7 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Hellenists complain against the Hebrews over the distribution of food. Men full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom chosen to be waiters to wait on food tables. Stephen chosen as one of the waiters … Continue reading Spreading the Gospel of Christ While Employed as a Waiter →

Government Strategy is to Cause Christianity to Die Out

Acts 5:26-42 Click here for a description of the mark of the beast.Click here for a description of the image of the beast. Peter and other Apostles brought before the Jewish council for continuing to preach of Jesus Christ. We ought to obey God than those who put Christ in the grave. Gamaliel decided it … Continue reading Government Strategy is to Cause Christianity to Die Out →

Gospel of Christ is Jailed by this World’s Government

Acts 5:17-25 Apostles jailed, freed by an Angel of the Lord, and continues to preach of Jesus Christ. Jewish leaders were informed that the Apostles were in the temple preaching. Apostles jailed, freed by an Angel of the Lord, and continues to preach of Jesus Christ.“Then the high priest rose up, and all those who were with … Continue reading Gospel of Christ is Jailed by this World’s Government →

Marriages formed to conspire against the Holy Spirit

Acts 4:36 through 5:11 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Honorable follower of Jesus Christ sold his land and gave it to the Apostles for the body of Christ. Ananias and his wife Sapphira sold their land but fraudulently held back part … Continue reading Marriages formed to conspire against the Holy Spirit →