Increasing Ministry and Stephen’s Martyrdom (July 3, 2022)
Unit Theme: Acts of the Apostles (Part 1)
July 3, 2022 (Lesson 5)
INCREASING MINISTRY AND STEPHEN’S MARTYRDOM
- Serving a Multiplying Church (Acts 6:1-7)
- Powerful Ministry and Teaching Opposed (Acts 6:8-15)
- The First Christian Martyr (Acts 7:1-2, 51-60)
Central Truth: The Gospel is the power of God for salvation.
Focus: Observe and learn how the fast-growing early church made its ministry more effective.
Evangelism Emphasis: The Gospel must be proclaimed and taught for people to be saved.
Golden Text: “The word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly” (Acts 6:7).