How the Gospel Sets Us Free

Scripture Reference: Acts 6:8-15, 7:51-59 The execution of Stephen looks to our modern eyes as ludicrously extreme. What could have caused this rioting mob to go to these extremes? Only when the Gospel exposes your deepest commitments, and threatens them, can we hope to see its freedom. Sermon Points:

• The Mob Threatened
• Stephen's Testimony
• Jesus' Advocacy