Inspiration

THE STONING OF STEPHEN

 

Acts 7:59- 60: “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit. Lord, do not hold this sin against them.”  It is absolutely incredible Stephen was willing to forgive the Sanhedrin as they were stoning him to death.

 

Stephen had just finished presenting a history of the Jewish nation, reminding them of the persecution of the Prophets and the final act of the crucifixion of Jesus. They became furious, out of control and dragged him out of the city and stoned him to death.

 

In spite of this particular act and their history of persecuting the Prophets, God was willing to forgive them; and He is also willing to forgive anyone who accepts Jesus as Savior. Indeed we do have a forgiving and loving God.

 

Have you asked Him to forgive you yet? Have you asked Jesus into your heart as your personal Savior? Do you want to? A simple confession of your sins asking Him for forgiveness, and accepting Jesus, in faith, is all that is necessary. Why not today?