Summer Devotional:
​No Other Name - A Devotional on the Book of Acts

Day 15 – June 21st, 2021
Read Acts 7:30-8:1a

Helpful Background
“Saul (7:58), who would soon figure prominently in the record of Christian history, was introduced as an enemy of the faith. Stephen’s last words echoed those of Jesus (Acts 7:60; cf. Luke 23:34). It was as if Jesus was suffering all over again through his first martyr.”
Tyndale Concise Bible Commentary
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​Questions - Who do we read about for the first time in 7:58 & 8:1a? As we prepare to read more about Saul’s encounter with Jesus, his salvation and ministry, look at how many times he shares his “testimony” throughout his journey. Why would that be an important part of his ministry?​

Grab your journal or use the notes section on your phone.
Respond to the Scripture reading with your thoughts, questions, and/or prayer response to today’s Bible verses.​

Check out today's "I Am Second" testimony from Morolake Akinsun, Olympic gold medalist from the 2016 4×100 Women’s Relay team. Also, pay attention to who brought her to her first "church" event. How did that invite help her to find a spiritual community?

For more background information & study questions on the Book of Acts, check out Brian Ralston's handouts here.