Stephen's martyrdom was not a tragedy; it was all part of God's plan (Acts 8:4). The new believers realised that they were no longer safe in Jerusalem: the honeymoon of the church was over (Acts 2:47). Friends and relatives could not be trusted, and the religious police (organised by Saul) imprisoned people who trusted in Jesus (Acts 8:3). But the uncomfortable disruption experienced by the church was part of God's plan to bring the gospel to the world.
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