Warren Nozaki Bible, Worship, Christ, Apologetics, Eschatology, Theology, Incarnation

Stephen the First Martyr Part 4: Tabernacle, Temple, Jesus and True Worship

Stephen full of grace and power did many signs and wonders in Jerusalem. But men from the synagogue of the Freedmen and others conspired to have him arrested and face the Council. They sent false witnesses to testify to the Sanhedrin that “This man never ceases to speak words against this holy place and the … Continue reading Stephen the First Martyr Part 4: Tabernacle, Temple, Jesus and True Worship

Warren Nozaki Apologetics, Bible, Christ

Stephen the First Martyr: A Divine Witness Against False Accusations

Stephen was first among the seven disciples appointed to oversee the distribution of resources so that no one in the church—especially the neglected Hellenistic widows—would be overlooked. Yet his ministry quickly extended beyond this practical service. Luke describes him as a man "full of grace and power" who performed "great wonders and signs among the … Continue reading Stephen the First Martyr: A Divine Witness Against False Accusations

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Understanding God’s Judgment on Ananias and Sapphira

The tragic end of Ananias and Sapphira comes as an anticlimactic turn in the life of the fledgling church. Just prior to their demise, the community of believers were of “one heart and soul.” They shared their resources freely, and the apostles bore powerful witness “to the resurrection of the Lord Jesus” with “great grace…upon … Continue reading Understanding God’s Judgment on Ananias and Sapphira

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The First Christians Respond to the Rage Against God and Christ in Acts 4:24-30

The first Christians faced an unparalleled crisis. Peter and John were ordered by the Sanhedrin to cease teaching in the name of Jesus (Acts 3:1-4:22).[1] This censuring from the court posed a significant dilemma upon the disciples as such present profound implications upon Christ assignment for them to be His witnesses from Jerusalem to the … Continue reading The First Christians Respond to the Rage Against God and Christ in Acts 4:24-30