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Friday, February 27, 2009 @ 1:39 PM

David's QT

Read: Acts 6:3 - 8:2

Stephen was the first martyr of the Christian faith. All most Christians remember about the story of Stephen is that he was stoned to death. he was also a good administrator and a powerful orator. And it was his speech that invited his death. Stephen knew Jesus Christ was who he claimed to be - the Messiah, the Son of God. And he just couldn't keep quiet about it. He desperately wanted those around him to experience forgiveness for their sins, as he had. He was burdened for his community and his people. He wanted them to know the true joy that only God can give.

So he talked about Jesus. A lot. In fact, he talked so much he made his listeners angry. You see, he didn't just talk fluff. He called sin by its rightful name: Sin. And he accused them of murdering Jesus, the Messiah. The high council of priests panicked at the thought of their evil deeds being exposed. So they had him stoned.

Can you imagine dying by having people throw sharp stones and rocks at you? It was an excruciating death. Yet, as Stephen was dying, he prayed that God would forgive those who stoned him. Even in his last moments of life, he was concerned about the needs of others.

And to those who knew him, that was no surprise. Stephen made it a habit to help those in need. He was one of seven leaders chosen to supervise distribution of food to the poor, and he took his responsibilities seriously. Because Stephen had fulfilled small assignments with excellence, he was prepared for the bigger assignment - that of giving his life for the gospel.

What kind of risks have you taken to be a follower of Christ? Are you willing to die for him? How about living for him... day by day by day?

Bottom line: God wants you to speak out for him, but he also wants to use your lifestyle. Do your actions reflect him?

Pray: Before you can give your life for the Lord's sake, you must first live your life for his sake. Ask God to strengthen you and give you the courage to live for him... and, if necessary, to die for him.

purplecross wrote.