you who received the law as delivered by angels and did not keep it.”
They accuse Stephen of breaking the law while they themselves transgress it without ceasing, a false pretense that strips away their charge. Hypocrites must be exposed this way, lest they flatter themselves in their boasting while carelessly condemning God.
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They heard the history gladly enough, but the moment Stephen moved to tell them their power must fall away and the church be governed by holiness and love, they refused to listen. When men reject the gospel's testimony, it becomes a testimony against them.
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Commenting on Acts 7:51-53
Stephen, full of the Holy Ghost and strong in faith, looked steadfastly to heaven and beheld the glory of God with Jesus standing at the right hand, a sign of His readiness to assist and His indignation at his enemies.
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