Shaking the nest – Paul Williams – Sunday morning 4th October 2009

Acts 7:59 – 8:13. Paul begins by looking at the martyrdom of Stephen and His revelation of and witness to Jesus Christ. Stephen is one of several Biblical characters who react with grace when under pressure, showing to those around the God whom they serve. Like that persecution which scattered the early Church, God allows things in our lives which 'shake the nest' in which we have become comfortable. God wants us to grow and live out our faith, to guide others to Him.