Stephen, one of the Seven, is brought before the Sanhedrin on charges of blasphemy. He uses the opportunity to proclaim Christ to them and so becomes the church’s first martyr.
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Exodus: Leaving Egypt
In Exodus, God brings the people of Israel out of Egypt and lays the foundations for their national life.
The ordinary becomes something extraordinary when God is involved. The work of the Holy Spirit does not have to look supernatural. He works through our work, using earthly materials and very human capabilities.
Certain jobs are never quite completed. For example: Cleaning, cutting the grass, washing Clothes, add your (least) favorite routine item here. Christ came to this earth on a mission. He finished the job. Our redemption is complete.
Central Reflections 