The Gospel That Cuts - 01

Summary

The sermon focuses on Stephen's defense recorded in Acts 7, highlighting his powerful yet unconverted audience response. Stephen's message, called 'The Gospel That Cuts,' reveals God's sovereignty in history, the necessity of faith and obedience exemplified by Abraham, and challenges the Jewish leaders' misconceptions about God, the law, and the temple. Despite false accusations and his eventual martyrdom, Stephen's faith and Spirit-filled witness played a pivotal role in the spread of the Gospel. The preacher exhorts believers to trust God fully and live boldly in faith, even amid opposition.